Cellulite after childbirth on the stomach, legs: does it go away on its own, how to remove the manifestations, get rid of it forever?

Hormonal changes in a woman’s body associated with pregnancy and childbirth often trigger the appearance of cellulite. Getting rid of the “orange peel” on the thighs and buttocks is not so easy. But the possibilities of modern cosmetology are vast, because the problem is widespread.

In this article we will talk about how to get rid of cellulite yourself at home using cosmetics and exercises. We will also consider options for anti-cellulite procedures that are offered in beauty salons.

Reasons for appearance

Every person has a reserve of fat cells, including under the skin. This number is constant. It is not the number, but the volume of each of them that can affect the appearance. It grows fastest on the stomach and thighs, forming cellulite. There are several reasons why this happens after childbirth:

hormonal changes characteristic of pregnancy;
poor nutrition, which some expectant mothers are guilty of;
restriction of physical activity, which is forced by the condition.

The hereditary factor cannot be discounted. For some women, the formation of cellulite is a feature of the body.

Cellulite after childbirth

Contraindications

Before you begin home procedures, you need to familiarize yourself with the contraindications, including:

allergic reaction to components of anti-cellulite products;
phlebeurysm;
high blood pressure;
skin diseases.

Physical exercise is not recommended in the early stages after childbirth if:

caesarean section;
perineal ruptures;
postpartum complications;
diseases of the urinary system;
general exhaustion of the body;
lactostasis.

When choosing methods to combat uneven body contours, it is recommended to be careful and consult a doctor.

How to get rid of it at home

Many women begin to solve the problem at home first. This is very true for several reasons:

The mother of a newborn has a lot of troubles, in addition to improving her own figure;
at an early stage after childbirth, many professional procedures are contraindicated;
combating cellulite requires an integrated approach, which is impossible without home methods;
massage, wraps and diet are very effective in combating deficiency.

Massage

When the problem arises of how to get rid of cellulite after childbirth, the first thing you should pay attention to is massage. There are several methods, all of them are aimed at improving the blood supply to the skin area and removing excess fluid. These are the conditions that interfere with cellulite. After childbirth, a woman can perform some types of massage herself:

Way	How to do
Using a hard glove	There are special devices; you can also take a regular washcloth. After a bath or shower, you need to moisten a mitten in salt water (2 tablespoons per liter) and rub the cellulite area from bottom to top. This will help activate lymph flow.
Pinch	The name fully corresponds to the actions performed with it. The skin of the thighs and buttocks should be pinched with your fingers until a feeling of warmth and redness appears on the skin.
Honey	You can do it yourself or find an assistant. For massage, mix 2 tbsp. l. honey and a couple of drops of vegetable oil. The product is first distributed over the problem area, and then the palms are pressed tightly against it and sharply removed. With each movement the process will become more difficult, that's the point. Blood flow in the skin improves, dead cells on its surface fall off, and fat cells break down and are eliminated naturally.

Wraps

You can alternate with massage various wraps. This method of eliminating cellulite is especially suitable for busy women. After all, you can do household chores during the procedure; its effectiveness from movement will only increase.

For cellulite wraps, the following products are suitable:

ground coffee;
sea salt;
kaolin and blue clay;
honey;
seaweed.

The problem area should be well cleaned and steamed. The procedure itself is not difficult, you need:

apply one of the compositions to prepared skin;
cover everything tightly with plastic;
Insulate the top with a cloth and keep the product on for 30 - 40 minutes.

How to remove cellulite after childbirth using this method: due to a local increase in temperature, blood supply and sweating are activated. Fluid stagnation is eliminated and toxins are eliminated. And these are important conditions for eliminating cellulite.

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Nutrition

The defining aspect of the fight against cellulite is a properly selected diet. Fat deposits should not be fed. On the contrary, you should eat food that will stimulate the reduction of subcutaneous fat. This need fits well with breastfeeding conditions. How to eat to defeat cellulite and not stop lactation:

forget about salty, smoked, spicy and fatty foods;
do not eat chips, semi-finished products, ready-made sauces;
limit sweets, especially cream confectionery;
make porridge, light soups, lean meat and fish, and fermented milk products the basis of nutrition;
Be sure to eat fruits and vegetables;
drink a lot of liquid (green tea, compotes, fruit drinks, water);
It is allowed to eat a little dark chocolate, honey and dried fruits.

Physical exercise

A young mother should not overexert herself, especially at first. But this is not necessary to fight cellulite. Active walking while walking with your child or climbing stairs will be enough.

Efforts should be increased gradually. And 2 months after giving birth, you can do more serious exercises.

Cellulite on the stomach after childbirth will go away if you help it:

pumping the press (lying on your back, hands behind your head, lifting the upper half of the body);
straight and lateral twists (from a lying position with bent legs, simultaneously pull your arms to your knees, then your left elbow to your right foot, etc.);
leg lifts (lying on your back, move them up and slowly lower);
plank (rest your palms and toes on the mat, stretch out parallel to the floor and freeze for 1.5 minutes)

To remove cellulite on your legs after childbirth, you should add others to these exercises:

climbing a step (do it alternately with the left and right foot, hands on the belt);
swing your legs back (from a position on all fours, leaning on your elbows);
squats (with your arms extended forward, your back straight);
lunges (step wide, bending the knee, then change legs).

Exercises for cellulite

Prevention of cellulite

Getting rid of cellulite requires persistent, everyday work. It's not just about applying creams and massage. This is a change in eating habits, lifestyle and complex therapy. Still, cellulite is easier to prevent than to cure.

To prevent the appearance of “orange peel” you need to:

Adhere to the principles of a healthy diet Reduce the consumption of unhealthy foods: baked goods, refined sugar, baked goods, muffins, fatty, fried and smoked foods, processed foods, store-bought sauces, carbonated drinks, coffee.
Eat more natural foods: fruits, vegetables, seafood, low-fat dairy products, unrefined oils, legumes, whole grains.

Cosmetic procedures to combat crust

If the results of using home methods are not satisfactory, you can use professional ones. But this is allowed only after breastfeeding is completed. The following procedures have proven themselves to be effective in the fight against cellulite:

Mesotherapy. These are injections of several groups of drugs that are given to problem areas. The procedure is carried out in several sessions scheduled weekly. Drugs are injected into the subcutaneous fat layer, destroying its components, increasing blood circulation and lymph outflow, and tightening the skin. After 10 - 12 sessions, the appearance of the problem area improves significantly.
Electrolipolysis. The procedure is carried out using a special apparatus. Electrodes fixed on the body transmit an impulse into the thickness of fat cells. As a result, they disintegrate and are eliminated from the body through the blood and lymph. It will also take several sessions to get results. If the electrodes are needle-shaped, the result is more noticeable.
Lymphatic drainage. Essentially, this is an intensive massage of cellulite areas, carried out using hardware. The action makes it possible to get rid of excess fluid in problem areas, allowing the formation of an “orange peel”. At the same time, the procedure destroys fat cells that come out along with water. Lymphatic drainage massage is done using microcurrents or vacuum. The course must consist of at least 10 procedures.
Myostimulation. The procedure is aimed at strengthening weakened muscles in very deep layers. The process is carried out using electric current. Myostimulation is the same as increased physical activity. Therefore, its effect is to reduce the subcutaneous fat layer, tighten muscles, smooth the skin due to the disappearance of cellulite dimples and tubercles. With just a few procedures, the problem can be eliminated or its symptoms can be significantly reduced.
Pressotherapy. This is another type of lymphatic drainage massage. The patient is wearing cuffs into which air is pumped. The pressure of the devices on living tissues changes all the time to ensure the outflow of lymph. Pressotherapy removes fluid, eliminates toxins, reduces the size of fat in areas of cellulite, and accordingly improves the condition of the skin in these areas.

We recommend reading the article about the press after a caesarean section. From it you will learn about the reasons for the appearance of a belly after childbirth, the time when you can start exercising, as well as recommended exercises.

The procedures, in addition to affecting the main problem, also reduce the volume of the abdomen, hips, and buttocks by several centimeters. They are expensive, but this does not replace the need to eat right and move a lot.

You can only find out if cellulite goes away after childbirth if you try to cope with it. The problem itself will not disappear; on the contrary, it will develop from inaction. A combination of home and professional methods, balanced nutrition, and sports will help get your body back in shape.

Diet after childbirth

Restricting the caloric intake of the diet with a simultaneous increase in physical activity leads to the loss of excess weight in a nursing mother. There is no need to starve yourself, because after completing the diet, the kilograms will return. But changing your eating habits helps.

For example, it is recommended to resort to cooking (in water, steaming), baking, and to exclude fried foods. If the food is high in calories, increase physical activity to burn off excess calories.

Recommendations for nutrition after childbirth while breastfeeding:

exclude smoked, spicy, too fatty and salty foods;
do not use ready-made sauces (store-bought mayonnaise, ketchup), store-bought semi-finished products;
reduce consumption of sweets, especially baked goods with cream;
introduce more vegetables and fruits (allowed during lactation) into the diet;
enrich the menu with cereal dishes, light first courses, lean meat, fish, dairy and fermented milk products;
drinking regimen and choice of drinks - compotes, weak teas, herbal decoctions, fruit drinks are recommended for a nursing woman;
It is allowed to consume (in moderation) dark chocolate, dried fruits, and honey.

Useful video

Watch this video about a set of procedures for cellulite after childbirth: