{"id":86239,"date":"2026-02-04T19:02:28","date_gmt":"2026-02-04T19:02:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=86239"},"modified":"2026-02-04T19:02:28","modified_gmt":"2026-02-04T19:02:28","slug":"postpartum-workout-plan-at-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/postpartum-workout-plan-at-home\/","title":{"rendered":"Postpartum Workout Plan at Home: What You Need to Know and Exercises to Try"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/postpartum-workout-plan-at-home\/#What_Is_a_Simple_Postpartum_Workout_Plan_at_Home\" >What Is a Simple Postpartum Workout Plan at Home?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/postpartum-workout-plan-at-home\/#How_Soon_Should_I_Start_Exercising_Postpartum\" >How Soon Should I Start Exercising Postpartum?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/postpartum-workout-plan-at-home\/#What_Is_the_Best_Way_to_Exercise_After_Giving_Birth\" >What Is the Best Way to Exercise After Giving Birth?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/postpartum-workout-plan-at-home\/#Can_You_Tone_a_Postpartum_Belly\" >Can You Tone a Postpartum Belly?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/postpartum-workout-plan-at-home\/#What_Is_a_Postpartum_Workout_Plan_at_Home_to_Tone_Up_Gently\" >What Is a Postpartum Workout Plan at Home to Tone Up Gently?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/postpartum-workout-plan-at-home\/#What_Is_a_Good_Postpartum_Workout_Schedule\" >What Is a Good Postpartum Workout Schedule?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/postpartum-workout-plan-at-home\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/postpartum-workout-plan-at-home\/#Can_I_do_squats_2_weeks_postpartum\" >Can I do squats 2 weeks postpartum?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/postpartum-workout-plan-at-home\/#How_can_I_lose_weight_right_after_delivery\" >How can I lose weight right after delivery?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/postpartum-workout-plan-at-home\/#What_is_the_hardest_time_postpartum\" >What is the hardest time postpartum?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/postpartum-workout-plan-at-home\/#What_foods_should_I_avoid_after_birth\" >What foods should I avoid after birth?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/postpartum-workout-plan-at-home\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The postpartum period comes with many physical, emotional, and mental changes and challenges. Amid caring for a newborn and adjusting to a new routine, many mothers often find their own needs taking a backseat.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=3383&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Postpartum_Workout_Plan_At_Home\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/ready-3.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exercise is an important part of a healthy lifestyle, and this is no exception for a new mother. However, finding the time and energy to move again can feel overwhelming.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A structured postpartum workout plan at home offers a gentle and flexible way to ease back into fitness. To make the most of such a plan, it\u2019s important to know when to start, which exercises to avoid, and how to track your progress.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this article, we\u2019ll explore how to create an effective at-home postpartum workout plan that helps you regain strength, tone up, and feel confident in your body again.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Always consult your physician before you start any recovery fitness program to make sure it\u2019s suitable for your specific needs.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_a_Simple_Postpartum_Workout_Plan_at_Home\"><\/span><b>What Is a Simple Postpartum Workout Plan at Home?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A simple <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/6-week-postpartum-workout-plan\/\">postpartum workout plan<\/a> at home is a gentle routine to help new moms ease back into regular movement and fitness after childbirth. Such a routine focuses on slow, mindful progress rather than intensity as the mother&#8217;s body is still recovering. A good routine should:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be balanced, supporting both physical recovery and emotional well-being<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be flexible &#8211; allowing a new mother to move at her own pace in the comfort of her home.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The postpartum period isn\u2019t easy and any routine shouldn\u2019t add any more pressure or stress to the mother.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=3383&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Postpartum_Workout_Plan_At_Home\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-82504\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/14-1024x640.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/14-1024x640.png 1024w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/14-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/14-768x480.png 768w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/14-1720x1075.png 1720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Soon_Should_I_Start_Exercising_Postpartum\"><\/span><b>How Soon Should I Start Exercising Postpartum?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s best to speak to your physician about this as recommendations vary. For example:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One study found that \u201crecommendations for musculoskeletal intervention postpartum vary from no activity until medical consult to full clearance to self-guided exercise at six weeks,\u201d showing that there is no standard regarding when women should be expected to start exercising after childbirth (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC9528725\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In one study that looked at the physical activity guidelines around the world, researchers stated that in Australia, postpartum women were encouraged to start pelvic floor exercises as soon as they were comfortable following the birth (several times each day) and continue for life.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All other countries in the review were found to encourage physical activity postpartum, but none mentioned when this should start (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S2095254623001308#sec0026\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In a recent study done on Ethiopian women, researchers mentioned that in women whose postnatal physical fitness was considered \u201cnormal\u201d, they could start exercising during the first 4-6 weeks after giving birth (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/journals\/public-health\/articles\/10.3389\/fpubh.2025.1505303\/full\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Due to how different and vague the available recommendations are, we highly suggest seeking guidance from your doctor. They can look at your individual conditions, i.e. how you gave birth, your current well-being, and the well-being of your baby, and best advise you on when you can safely start your postpartum workout plan at home for weight loss.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Reasons why BetterMe is a safe bet: a wide range of calorie-blasting workouts, finger-licking recipes, 24\/7 support, challenges that\u2019ll keep you on your best game, and that just scratches the surface! <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=3383&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Postpartum_Workout_Plan_At_Home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Start using our app <\/a>and watch the magic happen.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t disregard the importance of exercise after childbirth. Some public well-being guidance suggests that postpartum women should (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/iris.who.int\/server\/api\/core\/bitstreams\/f3885485-e7eb-4504-8026-edd9bb53a6ee\/content\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exercise for at least 150 minutes a week through moderate-intensity aerobic physical activity\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Incorporate a variety of aerobic and muscle-strengthening activities, in addition to gentle stretching exercises<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Research has shown that when women engage in physical activity after birth, it may help them (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/journals\/public-health\/articles\/10.3389\/fpubh.2025.1505303\/full\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ensure optimal functioning of various bodily systems and support comfort<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Support a gradual return to movement, improve overall physical well-being, and help some people feel more comfortable in their back over time<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Feel more emotionally steady and improve pelvic floor engagement and control over time<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Build cardio fitness and sustainable routines around movement and eating, which can support overall well-being<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=3383&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Postpartum_Workout_Plan_At_Home\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-82505\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/15-1024x640.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/15-1024x640.png 1024w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/15-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/15-768x480.png 768w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/15-1720x1075.png 1720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_the_Best_Way_to_Exercise_After_Giving_Birth\"><\/span><b>What Is the Best Way to Exercise After Giving Birth?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best way to start or get back into exercise after childbirth is by starting slowly and progressively increasing the intensity. Once your doctor gives you the green light to exercise, choose low-impact activities such as:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Walking<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Swimming<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pilates\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pelvic floor exercises<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many people start doing these exercises for a few weeks before they go back to their doctor and seek approval to increase the intensity. Once your healthcare provider says it\u2019s okay, you can then add more high-impact exercises to your program. This would be the best time to include exercises such as running or weight lifting in your postpartum workout plan week-by-week routine.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Read more:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/postpartum-tummy-workout\/\">Postpartum Tummy Workout: What Is It &amp; How Does It Benefit New Mothers?<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_You_Tone_a_Postpartum_Belly\"><\/span><b>Can You Tone a Postpartum Belly?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, you can. A postpartum belly has three main causes:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weight gain during pregnancy and during the postpartum period<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Loose skin from the skin around the belly not shrinking at the same time as the stomach once the woman gives birth<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stretched and separated abdominal muscles from the baby in the womb, pushing on these muscles as they grow(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK573063\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bmcwomenshealth.biomedcentral.com\/articles\/10.1186\/s12905-022-02009-0\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bjsm.bmj.com\/content\/50\/17\/1092\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When the belly issue is caused by either weight gain or <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/core-exercise-postpartum\/\">loose skin after pregnancy<\/a>, diet and exercise can help tone the belly. They do this by helping you lose the excess fat and increasing muscle mass, which helps fill up or hide the appearance of loose skin.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To tone an <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/postpartum-workout-plan\/\">after-pregnancy stomach<\/a> that\u2019s caused by separated and stretched abdominal muscles, exercise, specifically deep abdominal muscle workouts, offers better results. Unlike regular ab workouts, these specific exercises focus on deep core engagement and control, which tone the postpartum belly (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC6454249\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/link.springer.com\/article\/10.1007\/s00192-024-05727-1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=3383&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Postpartum_Workout_Plan_At_Home\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-82502\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/12-1024x640.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/12-1024x640.png 1024w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/12-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/12-768x480.png 768w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/12-1720x1075.png 1720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_a_Postpartum_Workout_Plan_at_Home_to_Tone_Up_Gently\"><\/span><b>What Is a Postpartum Workout Plan at Home to Tone Up Gently?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We must insist that you first speak to your healthcare provider before you do any postpartum workouts at home. That being said, here are some exercises you can do to help you tone up.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Kegels<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While this isn\u2019t a toning move, kegels and other pelvic floor exercises after childbirth can support pelvic floor strength and improve bladder control for some people (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC8336225\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ijrcog.org\/index.php\/ijrcog\/article\/viewFile\/720\/668\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tighten your pelvic floor muscles &#8211; these are the ones used to stop the flow of urination.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tighten and hold for 10 seconds, then release.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeat throughout the day.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Lying Leg Slides<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lie flat on your back, bending your knees slightly, with your feet flat on the floor. Engage your abdominal muscles. Don\u2019t move your back.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On an inhale, slide one leg from a bent to a straight position. Exhale and bend it back again.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep both feet on the floor and keep them relaxed.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeat this process with the opposite leg.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do 2-3 sets of 10 reps per leg.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Whether you\u2019re a workout beast or just a beginner making your first foray into the world of fitness and dieting \u2013 BetterMe has a lot to offer to both newbies and experts! <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=3383&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Postpartum_Workout_Plan_At_Home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Install the app and experience the versatility first-hand!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><b>Deep Belly\/Diaphragmatic Breathing<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Like kegels, this isn\u2019t an exercise to help you tone. However, it can help recover and strengthen your core and pelvic floor.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start by lying flat on the floor on a yoga mat.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Relax your body, placing one hand on your chest and the other on your stomach.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take a deep breath in through the nose, expanding your stomach. Ensure that your chest remains relatively still and hold your breath for 2 to 3 seconds.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exhale slowly. Your hand should remain on your chest and stomach throughout.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repeat this several times for 2 to 3 minutes.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Elevated Glute Bridges<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lie on your back on the floor with your knees bent.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instead of placing your feet on the floor as you would during a basic glute bridge, place them on an elevated surface such as a chair or a bench.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drive your feet through the floor, squeezing your glutes to extend your hips fully, creating a nice, straight line from your knees to your shoulders.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold this position for a second or two, and be sure to keep squeezing your glutes hard.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reverse the motion to lower your body down smoothly to the floor. Don\u2019t drop your hips or hyperextend your spine.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is one rep. Repeat movement for desired reps (8-12).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=3383&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Postpartum_Workout_Plan_At_Home\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-82507\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/3-1024x640.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/3-1024x640.png 1024w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/3-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/3-768x480.png 768w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/3-1720x1075.png 1720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>Aerobic Exercises<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Easy full-body, low-impact aerobics such as walking (bonus points if with the baby in a front carrier), swimming, or dancing can help you easily tone your whole body without putting you under too much strain. Remember to pace yourself. For example, start at 10-20 minutes per day, and slowly increase to 30-40 minutes over several weeks.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Dead Bug<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lie on your back on your yoga\/exercise mat.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Raise your legs so your knees are at a 90-degree angle and stacked directly above your hips. Raise both arms toward the ceiling.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Engage your core and gently lower your left leg and your right arm toward the floor. Hold, then lift each at the same time back to the starting position.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alternate and do this movement with the opposite leg and arm.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep alternating for 2-3 sets of 8-12 repetitions.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you looking for more <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-get-rid-of-inner-thigh-fat\/\"><b>tips for a flat tummy after pregnancy<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">? Check out this article for more information and exercise examples.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Read more:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/postpartum-pilates\/\">10+ Postpartum Pilates Exercises for New Moms to Do at Home<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_a_Good_Postpartum_Workout_Schedule\"><\/span><b>What Is a Good Postpartum Workout Schedule?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s recommended that postpartum women engage in physical activities for 150 minutes a week. This generally translates to 30 minutes a day of exercise, 5 days a week.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, the postpartum period is often incredibly stressful for women, and they may be unable to exercise 5 days a week. If this feels like your reality, you can start by exercising 2 to 3 times a week, for example:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mondays and Fridays<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tuesday and Wednesday<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Over time and once you\u2019ve gotten the hang of your new schedule with your new baby, you can gradually increase the number of days you exercise per week and the amount of time you spend exercising in each session.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure to use a postpartum workout app to help you keep track of the days and the exercises you do.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=3383&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Postpartum_Workout_Plan_At_Home\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-82511\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/9-1024x640.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/9-1024x640.png 1024w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/9-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/9-768x480.png 768w, https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/9-1720x1075.png 1720w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><b>Frequently Asked Questions<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_do_squats_2_weeks_postpartum\"><\/span><strong>Can I do squats 2 weeks postpartum?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to research, you can start doing at-home bodyweight squat exercises 2 weeks after giving birth (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ouh.nhs.uk\/media\/43daol3i\/109181exercise.pdf\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_lose_weight_right_after_delivery\"><\/span><strong>How can I lose weight right after delivery?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To reduce your weight after giving birth, you need a combination of a sustainable diet that relies on balanced and nutritious foods, hydration, and gentle, low-impact, full-body workouts.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, focusing on weight loss immediately after delivery may not be the right thing, as it could negatively impact you and your baby.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To do this safely, please speak to your healthcare provider. They can guide you on which exercises to do and how soon to do them, in addition to how to eat so you can take care of yourself and your baby and achieve your weight goals safely.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_hardest_time_postpartum\"><\/span><strong>What is the hardest time postpartum?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This largely depends on an individual and their circumstances. Some say that the first 6 weeks are the hardest, while others say that the first 4 months are particularly tough.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_foods_should_I_avoid_after_birth\"><\/span><strong>What foods should I avoid after birth?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In most cases, traditional beliefs and practices often dictate what foods women can and can\u2019t eat during pregnancy and for certain periods postpartum (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC8710103\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ethnobiomed.biomedcentral.com\/articles\/10.1186\/s13002-021-00451-2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Traditions aside, most women are advised to avoid foods that are high in mercury, undercooked or raw meat and seafood, processed foods, caffeine, and alcohol.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=3383&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Postpartum_Workout_Plan_At_Home\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/ready-4.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Line<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A postpartum workout plan at home can help a new mom gently and gradually work on regaining her prepregnancy body and feel like her old self. 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Amid caring for a newborn and adjusting to a new routine, many mothers often find their own needs taking a backseat.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exercise is an important part of a healthy lifestyle, and this is no exception for a new mother. However, finding the time and energy to move again can feel overwhelming.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A structured postpartum workout plan at home offers a gentle and flexible way to ease back into fitness. To make the most of such a plan, it\u2019s important to know when to start, which exercises to avoid, and how to track your progress.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this article, we\u2019ll explore how to create an effective at-home postpartum workout plan that helps you regain strength, tone up, and feel confident in your body again.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Always consult your physician before you start any recovery fitness program to make sure it\u2019s suitable for your specific needs.<\/span>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>What Is a Simple Postpartum Workout Plan at Home?<\/b><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A simple <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/6-week-postpartum-workout-plan\/\">postpartum workout plan<\/a> at home is a gentle routine to help new moms ease back into regular movement and fitness after childbirth. Such a routine focuses on slow, mindful progress rather than intensity as the mother's body is still recovering. A good routine should:<\/span>\r\n<ol>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be balanced, supporting both physical recovery and emotional well-being<\/span><\/li>\r\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be flexible - allowing a new mother to move at her own pace in the comfort of her home.\u00a0<\/span> ..."},{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/postpartum-workout-plan-at-home\/","url":"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/postpartum-workout-plan-at-home\/","name":"Postpartum Workout Plan at Home: What You Need to Know and Exercises to Try - BetterMe","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/#website"},"primaryImageOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/postpartum-workout-plan-at-home\/#primaryimage"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/postpartum-workout-plan-at-home\/#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/stage.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/694-postpartum-workout-plan-at-home.png","description":"Are you a new mother who is thinking about starting a \u2605 POSTPARTUM WORKOUT PLAN AT HOME \u27a4? 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