Post Natal Depression + weight loss

[ijustwannabefit]

Hey, I have two sons (ages 4 years and 10 months) and I had PPD after both births. I am currently taking Wellbutrin, and it is fantastic for both depression & aiding weight loss. Wellbutrin is different from other antidepressants because it is a mild stimulant, so it gives you energy & suppresses your appetite. Other antidepressants like Zoloft make you gain weight. You can't take it if you're breastfeeding though - only after the baby is weaned. I gained 35 pounds with each pregnancy, and it took 7 months to lose it after the first & 9 months to lose it after the second. I am 5'9" and was 150 when I got pregnant with my older son - I am now 154 after the second & trying to get down to around 145 (my ideal weight), a size 6 for me.

You can take zoloft while breastfeeding. (might depend on what country you are in - but in Canada it is ok; LLL)

 

[ijustwannabefit]

If you're overweight and your legs rub together when you walk, it actually causes a burn on the inside of your legs that is horribly painful and prone to infection.... so yeah, pass on the shorts or skirts.


Pinecone

If you wear spandex shorts under your other shorts, your legs won't rub together and you can still comfortably wear shorts and skirts. I use under armour and it is awesome!! There are also products in running stores you can use, they look like deodorant but they are a lubricating product, they prevent chaffing from the skin rubbing together.