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I’m a few months postpartum and I honestly feel so stuck right now…

I’m trying to eat better (not perfect, but better)
I try to move when I can
I’m exhausted all the time but still making some effort

and yet… nothing is really changing

sometimes I feel like my body just doesn’t respond the way it used to
like before if I put in effort, I’d see results pretty quickly

now it’s like… I’m doing things “right” but also not seeing anything happen

and on top of that, I don’t even have the mental energy to overthink food or track everything perfectly

I’ve even caught myself just eating random things when I’m tired because it’s easier

idk… I just feel stuck between wanting to change and not having the time/energy to do it “properly”

anyone else in this phase?

I don’t know if this fits here but I feel like this sub gets it more than others…

I used to care a lot about what I eat (more whole foods, less processed, etc.)
but since having a baby… it’s honestly just survival most days.

some days I eat super “clean”
other days it’s like… random snacks + whatever I can grab quickly

and I keep telling myself I’ll “get back on track” but
I don’t even know what that looks like anymore in this phase

also I feel like my body is just… different now?
like things that used to work before don’t anymore

anyone else in this weird in-between?
trying to take care of yourself but also just… tired and busy all the time?

idk if it’s just me but losing weight postpartum feels so much harder than I expected…

like before, if I wanted to lose weight I’d just “eat better” and it worked.
now it’s like… I don’t even have the energy to think about what to eat.

some days I skip meals, other days I just grab whatever is easiest.
and then I feel guilty after.

I tried meal planning but couldn’t stick to it.
tracking calories lasted like… 2 days 😅

I’m not even trying to be perfect, I just want something simple that actually fits into this phase of life.

anyone else feeling like this?

I’m honestly a bit stuck and could use some perspective.

Before pregnancy, I felt like I understood my body. If I stayed consistent, I’d see progress. Nothing extreme, just normal stuff.

Now? Same effort, completely different results.

Sleep is worse, stress is higher, routines are unpredictable… and it feels like my body just doesn’t respond the same way anymore. It’s frustrating because part of me keeps thinking “maybe I’m just not doing enough,” but another part knows something has clearly changed.

For those who’ve been through this—what actually helped you? Did you adjust your approach, or was it more about patience and consistency over time?

I came across something that kind of explains why this happens (sleep, hormones, etc.), and it made me rethink things a bit, so sharing in case it adds context

I keep seeing people say “just be consistent” or “it’s all about discipline,” but honestly… that hasn’t been my experience at all.

After having kids, everything changed. Sleep is all over the place, stress is constant, and most days you barely get a moment for yourself. And somehow, you’re still expected to “bounce back” like nothing happened.

I used to think I was doing something wrong. Like maybe I just wasn’t trying hard enough.

But lately I’ve been realizing maybe it’s not that simple.

Curious if other moms here feel the same? What’s been the hardest part for you?

Also, I randomly came across this article that kind of explains why it feels this way, and it made me feel a bit less alone

I’m a mom of three and a former nurse

This was one of the most frustrating things for me…

You try, you eat better, you stay consistent…
and then suddenly nothing changes.

It makes you feel stuck, like you’re doing something wrong.

But after talking to so many moms, I realized this happens way more than we think.

Especially postpartum, where everything is already unstable.

If this sounds familiar, I’d really like to hear your experience… or you can message me if you prefer 💛

I’m a mom of three and a former nurse

Before kids, I felt like I had control over my eating.

After? Everything became random… eating whenever I can, not even knowing if I’m hungry or just exhausted.

And I’ve seen the same thing with so many moms I’ve spoken to.

It’s not about discipline like we think.

It’s just that this phase of life is chaotic, and most “advice” doesn’t fit it.

If you’ve felt like this, you’re really not alone… you can share here or message me if you want to talk 💛

I’m a mom of three and a former nurse

One thing I keep seeing with moms (and went through myself) is this…

You try to eat less → you get super hungry → you end up snacking all day.

Then you feel like you failed… but the truth is, it’s not that simple postpartum.

Between no sleep, stress, and no routine, your body just reacts differently.

I’ve seen this with so many women I’ve talked to, and honestly most of them felt the same confusion.

If you’re going through this too, feel free to share… or even message me, I don’t mind talking about it 💛

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I’ve been feeling really overwhelmed lately…

I want to lose some weight, but every time I search what to eat while breastfeeding, I get completely lost. So many rules, so many “don’t eat this / eat that”.

At the same time, I’m always tired and don’t have the energy to cook complicated meals.

Lately I’ve just been trying to keep things simple:
basic meals, nothing extreme, just eating regularly and not skipping.

Still not sure if I’m doing it right though.

How are you all approaching this without stressing too much or affecting your supply?

I thought after giving birth, the weight would just… slowly go away.

But honestly, I feel like it’s harder now than ever.

I’m always tired, I barely have time to think about meals, and most “diet plans” feel impossible to follow with a baby.

Some days I skip meals, other days I just grab whatever is quick… and it feels like I’m stuck.

I don’t even need something perfect.
Just something simple that I can actually stick to.

Has anyone else felt like this?

i’ve heard so many different things about breastfeeding and weight loss

some people say it helps
others say it makes you more hungry

for me… i feel like i’m hungry all the time

like i’ll eat and still feel like i need something else

and it makes it hard to feel in control with food

sometimes i wonder if it’s just my body adjusting
or if this is why i’m not losing weight

i’m not trying to diet or anything strict
but it’s confusing

any moms here noticed changes in appetite or weight while breastfeeding

i’ve been trying for a while now to lose some of the baby weight

nothing extreme… just eating a bit better, trying to be more mindful

but the scale just doesn’t move

and it’s frustrating

because i feel like i’m making an effort
but not seeing anything in return

some days i feel motivated
and other days i just feel stuck

like what’s the point if nothing changes

i don’t expect fast results
but i thought i’d at least see something by now

did anyone else go through this phase where it just feels… stuck

before having my baby i used to tell myself i’d get back to working out after birth

but now… i honestly don’t know how

i’m tired all the time
some nights i barely sleep
and during the day i’m just trying to keep up

by the time i have a free moment i don’t even think about exercise
i just want to sit down for a second

and then i see people saying “just do 20 minutes a day”

but even that feels like a lot right now

i don’t feel lazy… i just feel exhausted

any other moms feel like even thinking about workouts is too much at this stage

before having a baby i thought being at home more would make it easier to eat better

but it’s actually the opposite

i’m always around food but never actually sitting down to eat properly

i grab something quick, eat standing, forget about meals, then get super hungry later

and by the end of the day i feel like i’ve eaten all day and still not properly

and somehow i’m still tired

i feel like nothing about my eating is structured anymore

i don’t need a strict diet
i just need something simple that fits this kind of day

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