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5 (More!) Exercises For Mommies and Babies

Posted by emilybmalone on February 1st, 2012 at 1:46 pm
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It's fast, it's fun, and it's FREE!

As my son continues to be more awake and full of personality each day, I’m finding I have less and less time for fitting in personal things. Things like eating, returning phone calls, drying my hair, and most definitely working out.  I still haven’t gone back to my gym yet, even though Cullen is technically old enough for the childcare there. Until I cross that bridge, I’m doing my best to find ways to incorporate Cullen into my workouts, which is fun for both of us!

Last week I shared with you the 5 Exercises You Can Do (At Home!) With Your Baby. This week, I have five more for you!  You can sneak them in all at once, or one by one as you find time throughout your day. They are quick, easy (depending on the weight of your baby!), and best of all, FREE!

Here are five more ways for moms and babies to be active together …

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Leg Lifts (Part One)
Start by laying on your back on a soft rug or yoga mat. With your knees bent, carefully balance your baby on your legs so that he is supported and stabilized. (This one is not recommended when baby has a full belly - watch out!)

Before starting any exercise program, talk to your doctor and make sure you are healed and ready for exercise. Only do what feels comfortable for your body and your baby!

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 5 (More!) Exercises For Mommies and Babies

7 Comments

I love it!! Cullen seems thrilled with it too!

Noelle commented on Feb 01 12 at 1:54 pm

He looks like he enjoys it too! And cute outfit!

marci commented on Feb 01 12 at 1:57 pm

i absolutely love this!

Felicia commented on Feb 01 12 at 7:13 pm

Thanks Emily! I’m excited to try these out–I was cleared to workout again today :)

Erin commented on Feb 01 12 at 8:49 pm

This makes me happy!!!

Becca commented on Feb 03 12 at 10:29 pm

Be careful, it looks a little dangerous!

Lydia commented on Feb 04 12 at 6:52 pm

the best strength exercises you can do, are exercises done slowly.. witch make these exercises the best thing for your body after giving birth…just remember to wait till your baby is strong enough to hold up its head.. ;)

G. Marta G. commented on Mar 31 12 at 7:11 am

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