By Sumaiya·15 September 2025· 7 min
The first six months postpartum are about nourishing, not restricting.
First 3 months
Protein-dense meals, ghee, dal, eggs, vegetables — rebuild before you reduce.
Months 4–9
Slow calorie deficit if milk supply is stable, with strength training restarted gradually.
What ruins it
Crash diets, skipping meals and cutting fats — all reduce milk and energy.
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