HOW I LOST THE BABY WEIGHT | Samantha Maria

[@poppysabrinareads]

I remember when you had 30K subs and you used to film in your old bedroom years ago, and now you're a mum and doing so well and its so nice to see!

[@daisylilley6470]

I haven't had a baby, but I've gained A LOT of weight since being in a relationship. I am awful when it comes to motivating myself and always just give up after a week. I've now started working out with my friend (who is a proper gym bunny) in the garden doing HIIT and I finally realised that it can be fun! I think working out with a good friend who will motivate you is a great alternative if you can't afford a personal trainer! I'm really hoping I stick to it this time, and am already looking forward to the next session!

[@jesswarsh]

Wow please let me know what you do, I'm exactly the same and really want my old pre-boy body back while i'm with him, haha! x

[@daisylilley6470]

Oh also, the free nike club app has really good workouts and there are some great free timer apps which make it easy to time your on and off periods x

[@Georgiecarr]

I do hit workouts too! x

[@melissasawa7382]

I feel you, girl.

[@wiccanloverkris]

Daisy Lilley Same. In a serious relationship, getting married next month and I still lack the motivation to do anything about it 😲

[@CarinaandZara]

Something about the lighting and the set up is so pretty in this video! And you look amazing sammie!! xx

[@SamanthaMaria]

thank you! xx

[@therosejj]

Carina Chung agreee u just say it:3

[@francescadempsey9353]

respect you so much as a woman, favourite youtuber without a doubt! x

[@SamanthaMaria]

aww thank you! x

[@AneeqaHussain]

Francesca Dempsey same💜💜

[@EsmeCarr]

Can I still call it baby weight 7 years after having the baby lolol! looking good mama now let me shut up and watch x

[@EsmeCarr]

Fitness bender do the most amazing home workouts with and without equipment and all free too x

[@elainedavis9053]

hee hee!!

[@MartianBlues11]

London Afro Vegan Recipes Sure! I have "baby weight" despite never having had a baby 😂

[@sommyxox]

London Afro Vegan Recipes Im 21 and my mum STILL blames me for her baby weight!

[@Onemorebookpodcast.]

sommyxox 😂😂😂

[@theguruEDIT]

In my head I thought I would EASILY drop the weight in 3 months. Nope LOL. I gained a healthy amount too, around 30 lbs (I stopped weighing myself at the end bc it was getting to me). My little one is now 7 months and I'm back in my jeans again...same just made smarter choices and stayed in motion (walks w baby helped a lot!) I'm not 100% where I'd like to be but like you said, feeling good and comfortable again. I think women are too hard on themselves after having a baby. It took 9 months to grow our little miracle babies we need to be kind to our bodies!!!! Thanks for this great vid, Sam. 😊💗

[@sofiezarl7930]

can you please do a " what I eat in a day"- video? :D love you Sam ❤

[@SamanthaMaria]

Yes! If you guys would like to see?

[@robinvanstijvendael6825]

Samantha Maria I would love to see one!

[@sylviedecremer9661]

Samantha Maria I would love to see one!

[@Georgiecarr]

yes please they're my favourite!

[@Surigirl]

yess, my fav too! I got excited at the avocado on toast bit and was secretly hoping there was gonna be more hahahaha

[@tiffanywhiteify]

wow, beautifully spoken, poised, classy woman with dope tattooes

[@user-cv5rb5cj1y]

and she's so sweeeeeetttttt

[@SamanthaMaria]

thank you!

[@joannachrzaszcz4099]

No baby just extra weight 😂 Thank you for all the advice it was amazing ❤

[@westcoastbeachsloth]

I have a 5 week old and I have not weighed myself and do not plan to anytime soon. I think it really helps because I don't focus on numbers but instead focus on my health, how I feel and how I look. I am already feeling much more confident even though I'm still a way off my pre baby figure (if I ever get it back) and I don't have a number weighing on my mind

[@JustForLou]

Hey, good sensible advice, no tricks just a mixed diet in moderation and moving your body. Whilst I regained my body quickly after my babies, I felt it took 2 years after each to feel 100% myself. Between tiredness and not having much me time, it was what's on the inside that took longer to get back to normal. Feeling like yourself is so liberating when you've given your mind and body to another human for a while! X

[@wondernessful]

Definitely normal! I feel like the first two years are still pretty exhausting! The kids are still young and they really need a lot of tending and attention. I'm glad you were able to feel like your old self again. Always so liberating and beautiful. Xoxo

[@AneeqaHussain]

wondernessful agreee

[@sarahx6770]

I don't have a baby but watching in hope I can loose my puppy fat 😂 I

[@darnahm9351]

Glad she showed it takes time and there is no instant cure :)

[@hinahinananoha7783]

Darnie Kota Yes, there is. Don't gain it:)

[@riaclark_x]

It does sound like you have done this in a really healthy and relatable way which is great to hear. Well done lovely, you look fab x x x

[@SamanthaMaria]

thank you!

[@AneeqaHussain]

Ria Langner agree💜

[@Marina-cq2yt]

I'd love to see some "what I eat in a day" videos

[@ellemcmahon9519]

I found this really inspiring. I've suffered with an eating disorder and I've often been terrified about even the though of pregnancy and how it would effect my mental state. Seeing how well you're doing has been so encouraging. Xx

[@CarlyRowena]

Oh babe, thank you so much for the shoutout! So proud of you, you are doing SO well, bring on the wedding day! xxx

[@sarat283]

Carly Rowena your so amazing Carly! ☺️😍

[@sannecheney-steijger9393]

I love how honest and open you are about motherhood! And completely understand your decision to not talk about the realistic things anymore. It's a shame people are so judgmental and angry towards others. Thanks for all the things you shared!

[@wilmahathaway609]

So happy that you're happy and doing this healthily :) let's also remember that there's NOTHING wrong with having a bit of a belly and there should be no pressure for women to "snap back" after pregnancy!!!

[@mirandaeaton5444]

I love when you bring Indie in the videos, I adore watching you be a mum to her it's so beautiful. 💕

[@Kaybye555]

I lost all he baby weight by breastfeeding and a year after I put it back... definitely the body will never work the same. gotta work extra hard to get back in shape. Also, they say you should wait around a year to get back in the gym. Girls just take your time, we don't have to get our bodies back asap, our bodies go through SO much!!! just chill and enjoy he baby. you'll have he rest of your life to be back in track. i think we all just need to chill about post baby weight. completely normal and natural. Especially if your are not overweight and it's just a few kilos. we all super moms (: we don't need something else to worry about

[@rowclaire27]

Did you use the belly bandit too? was waiting to hear what you thought about it and how long you used it for. I'm currently pregnant with my 2nd and although I lost the weight from my 1st I still haven't toned up, after watching this I can't wait to get started once baby number 2 arrives. Well done you look fab xx

[@luciefitness]

Sami is so open and keeps it reel with us all the time, I love it xxx awwww she's got great content and stays herself no mater what

[@Anonymous-lq9lv]

Can you do a video on products for newborn-4 month baby that you have loved? I really liked your nursery video and would be good to know which products you have relied on over last 4 months!x

[@simplykay2022]

You look absolutely amazing girl! I've had my son almost 8 years ago and never bounced back 100% 😂❤️

[@Nicolaaaxo]

i lost three stone of baby weight in 2 weeks. it's not all about diet and exercise. i didn't cut anything in pregnancy and ate whatever i wanted after having my baby too. sometimes people are just lucky.

[@Misslou2425]

Sometimes it is also a lot to do with genetics. I am on baby #3. l have a 4yr old...a nearly 3yr old and am almost 5mths along. With the first 2 l was back to prepregnancy clothes by 12 days post baby. ( 30lb gain with #1. 37lb gain with #2) That isnt necessarily normal for most women...but l gathered that genetically it happens to be my portion. l would encourage women to do all that you said... But keep in mind: a nursing mother may retain extra weight until she weans ( I kept 10 lbs till weaning). Some mothers drop weight simply by nursing. Some ladies end up smaller than they were b4 children. Some women never return to prepreg. size. lt takes 38-40wks to put that Weight on and perhaps just as long or longer to take it off. The hips may remain wider. The breasts may remain bigger or go even smaller than before. The greatest take away from it all is....you are now a.mother. You can be just as magnificent as before! and even better than b4! lt is all in your perception of self though!

[@alikat8221]

Ooh, I could never have "cut down" on portions post pregnancy... the general consensus on breastfeeding diets is to eat MORE than you needed whilst pregnant.

[@teresabeaumont5597]

Ali V. yeah i agree. i understand why she didnt mention it since her supply didnt really come in. also all the water you have to drink while breastfeeding helps drop weight quickly.

[@alikat8221]

Sezez, thanks so much for tip! I was lucky and lost all my pregnancy weight (thanks to breastfeeding) in about 2 months. Smaller meals more frequently is definitely the way to go if you're not ravenous from producing more milk than a dairy cow 🐮

[@amandadaniell2262]

I have Irish twins. My second daughter was born when my oldest daughter was 11.5 months old. So I am trying to drop 2 baby weights! 😂 smoothies & granola bars are my friend right now. We go on walks everyday & I workout. I am about 15 pounds away from being pre baby weight. It is so hard cause everything is deep fried & delicious! 😂 you look amazing!!!!

[@mirandaterry2095]

I love this video! I feel like there's such a stigma for women after and during pregnancy with their weight, as if having a baby means you lose control of your body. It's such a beautiful thing to see you proving this wrong! ❤️❤️❤️

[@Everydaystarlet]

Such great advice about using other people for inspiration but not getting too caught up with it... it's a balance!

[@karinaklucha3914]

what about Stretch Marks did you use some oils to prevent them? or now after the birth?

[@GT-ro2tn]

Your videos are never boring, your recent vids and vlogs have been great ! :-) this CHAT was so motivating , helpful and inspiring, you're so genuine and nice Sammi, indie is so lucky to have a mum like you, I can imagine you chatting to her about all this stuff when she's older, and you having a really close mother/daughter bond X

[@andrianamytides9854]

hey sam loved your video!! any tips how to deal with stretch marks? due to losing weight and putting weight i have alot of stretch marks that i feel insecure about! i do use bio oil but would you recommend anything else?

[@Halsning]

Really lovely video Sammy, you look so incredibly pretty and happy!!! It's so nice seeing you like this, you and your family deserve all the happiness in the world ❤️

[@annagint7871]

I feel you're very honest when talking about such issues and I really appreciate that! Personally I'm in week 23 of my first pregnancy and I feel really weird! I hate my body right now and I want to get back to my shorts! Everyone tells me that I shouldn't think like that because I carry my baby etc etc! The fact that I don't love my body right now doesn't mean that I don't like my baby, right??? I want my confidence back!

[@tahminabegum7065]

Amazing Video as always!!! You are literally goals and love you so much!!! Love the background and your makeup is so beautiful

[@evahalkova2859]

Sammi, you are my inspiration. The one thing (maybe a little selfish) why I am scared of getting pregnant is how my body will look like afterwards and you are the proof that you can be mom and look great at the same time :) Thank you for that!

[@angeldavis6378]

your makeup is so exquisite yet so minimal. love it!

[@aminacaba6071]

I had 4 pregnancies and every time I have gotten smaller than I've ever been since before pregnancy. nursing has helped so much I nurse up to a year. I've only intended on losing baby fat and just toning up I prefer not to be so small but since I can't help it I just focus on toning not losing weight. I do eat fairly healthy. your doing well focus on the way you look not the scale I prefer measurements .your body isn't going to really look exactly the same as your body matures and you have children your doing well love your body girl you've been blessed

[@DoctorAnne]

Well done. I dropped my weight pretty quickly after the second child as well, much quicker than I did after my first. I was much more focussed and did eat way better. It made a big difference.

[@RedtoToes]

Hey Sammi! Lovely video, you look absolutely radiant! I was wondering, I work as a physical therapist with a lot of mums (post birth), here in France they are advised to come see us and work their pelvic floor after 2 and half months and once that is done we work on a special kind of abs, to get them back to where they are supposed to and avoid all sort of problems... How is it there in the UK? Do you feel like you're correctly informed and helped after birth? It is really important and I was wondering how other countries approach it :) thank you! I love your channel :) xxx Sarah

[@laraheitsch1470]

www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2016/nov/02/french-mothers-bladder-incontinence-nadia-sawalha Have a look at this!

[@RedtoToes]

Thank you so much for taking the time to show me this! It was very interesting to read from her point of view, and indeed I come from Spain where women over 40 think it is normal to have some incontinence from time to time or other issues, since living in France and working here I've manage to reverse that in ladies that were over 80 years old...so there are solutions and these issues should be addressed, Thank you so much fro the article! Have a good day!

[@hobbitylou]

RedtoToes I gave birth 3,5 months ago and all mothers here (Belgium) encouraged to go see a professional for pelvic floor and ab exercises. The first to prevent later incontinence problems and the latter to strenghten your entire core. It's very important to first stabilize your core and back muscles before starting to exercise again. Running etc. before your pelvic floor is in good shape could create injuries that will surface only years later, eg prolapse and such. My physio also told me you're not to do crunches until at least 6 months postpartum.

[@SuppleChicTV]

I live in the united states and to my knowledge no one say anything to you about pelvic floor, the only time ive heard about pregnancy-related work is if you have a hernia, which alot of women tend to have, to get it fixed though your doctor has to make a case to your health insurance company and get it approved.

[@RedtoToes]

SuppleChicTV wow... I had no clue, I thought for some reason that in the US it might also be done. There is a lot to be discussed about this topic... I am sometimes concerned for women who don't have someone to talk to and find solutions with, with this topic sometimes we can feel lonely and that's why I think sharing information, awareness and methods that work in respect of the body is important!

[@jesusiskingofmyheart]

Breastfeeding, working out and waist training helped me get back to my pre pregnancy weight! So so happy. And you look beautiful Sammi. This video gives me inspiration

[@georgiaparker892]

you are such a beautiful person Sammy, and such a warm support in the body image space xx

[@quisarose]

Love when you do different videos! Always fun to see you changing it up :)

[@KatMarie]

Sam! Congrats on staying healthy throughout! I imagine that's hard to do. Also, can't wait to see a new video with your blonder hair :D

[@GemmaSheldon]

I love how real you still are as a youtuber, and that although your doing thus video your not promoting anything unhealthy x

[@lennyboyko]

hard work and dedication aren't the easy way so i'm so happy and proud that you've done it this way and are encouraging others to do the same!

[@dianamori9169]

I love your videos and you were such an inspiration during my pregnancy! ❤️❤️Now I have a 2 months old baby and I'm lucky that I barely put any weight on, just two weeks after giving birth I was wearing my old size 10 jeans. I'm only concerned about my stomach as I can see the changes. How did you work on that? Thank you again for being a super inspirational woman!💕

[@melinatheocharopoulou2943]

You are the best! 👏 love how down to earth you are, been watching you for years now and you are such a positive role model. Literally never comment on anything but really felt compelled to! Keep doing your thing!

[@angelarose7076]

Sammy! I'm 7 weeks postpartum & im stil breastfeeding. I've been so exhausted 😩 but I love watching your videos because it's nice to see how well you've been to yourself after having Indie! And your such a great mother 🙌🏽 you're definitely an inspiration for me. :) I had a son on march 11, I wish I could show you a picture of him.

[@ijojo89]

Oh I'm so early! Hey, Sam! you look amazingly beautiful. Nice job on the weight loss

[@Naimaknows]

you look so bubbly and happy Sam I'm so happy for you! Definitely made my morning 💙

[@RubySterland]

Loved this video Sami! I think you have such a good approach, it's so nice to hear the messages you're spreading about healthy weight loss and not comparing yourselves too much to others ❤ and well done, you look amazing!

[@katarzynadabrowska1993]

you look incredible, that inside glow is getting through! Gorgeous

[@Nazirite95]

So good!! Love you and your adorable family!! You're so inspiring in so many different ways!

[@emmanebony]

Sam I love your honesty, your realness, your naturalness. Keep it up, you've done amazing progress, I can see it. You're also absolutely right, you don't need surgery, all you need is time and dedication and you'll get to where you want to be. Nothing feels better than when you can actually say you worked for it.

[@Em-ky1cd]

I've been so busy and neglecting youtube and now I get to watch multiple videos from sam and I'm SO HAPPY! you are hands down my favourite youtube, much respect and love xxxx ps your daughter is adorable!!!

[@rach4586]

Well done on your progress. I'm on a fitness journey myself so it's nice to hear someone else's experience. You have a beautiful family and you are such a great woman! x

[@GingerChung2014]

Sam I'm proud of you for trying to get fit the natural way without surgery.

[@ayr156]

You said exactly the right formula....diet and movement. There's no magic anything! You look great.

[@pseudolabs]

honestly i found this video sooo helpful and inspiring and im not even pregnant nor have given birth XD I just want to get back into a healthy routine of working out and hearing you a woman whos given birth do all this exercise was inspiring to me. I also feel the same way that you dont really need to look at other photos of others you just want to go back to a certain size that you've been before cuz i actually do look back at old photos of me and get motivated to work out and stuff X)

[@sophiacastano7501]

Been trying to lose some weight recently, after steadily gaining from not watching what I eat, and this was really helpful! It felt really genuine and not extremist at all. Thank you for inspiring me and being my "focus."

[@shareith70]

I've watched you for years now and you continuously are one of my favorite youtubers. I love your positive but yet keep it real attitude, and whatever "fame" or exposure you receive from this forum doesn't seem to phase you at all. You are a very down to earth and lovely person. Keep that up. kisses from Kentucky

[@ciaraog761]

Always struggled with body confidence issues but you've been such an inspiration to me on how I should properly treat my body. You look gorgeous by the way! I just want to say thank you so much xxx

[@claireelmarose6309]

This has been really helpful. I've not been pregnant but have gained weight over the last few years, this has given me the motivation and confidence to get myself back into fitness :)

[@EmpatheticEmpress]

Gotta love all the licensed personal trainers and nutritionists/dietitians in the comments smh. Do you girl 😘

[@heidifoss532]

For those worried that you are working out, breastfeeding, and watching what your eating and not losing weight, don't worry. I didn't drop one pound 20 years ago with doing all of that until I restarted my periods. Once I restarted them ,at nine months postpartum, I dropped the 35 pounds in about two months. So don't get discouraged. Keep trying, your body will adjust. Some of us just take longer than others.

[@chariocexvii8368]

You are such an inspiration. I've seen multiple women's complaining about this 'baby weight' even years after having a child .Miss,you need to work on it if you actually wanna lose it..

[@iluvcuteshoes842002]

I ❤️ your channel! Thank you for being consistently classy and real!

[@SissiinaDesign]

motherhood suits you so beautifully, Sam!

[@julieta2307]

❤❤ thank you for sharing. You're actually radiant these days!

[@ayshajohn2439]

Beautiful as always Sam. I think for video ideas it would be nice to see you in different settings like when you talked about your favourite shops in that particular street. That was fun to see for me because I do not live in the UK.

[@dalyaa5524]

Do you breast feed your baby? And did that effeect wightloss or diet planning?

[@gerrymander69420]

most women drop weight right after giving birth because so much energy goes to breastfeeding, so that may have been a factor

[@francescaadams591]

Thank you for making a realistic video on how to lose weight in a healthy way x

[@MonsterBite64]

Hey Sam! What would be examples of refined carbs? I know my key problem is eating a lot of bread (bagels, croissants and all that) but i dont know exactly what carbs to cut out? Love your vids

[@DionneKaliisa]

I loved this! I had a baby almost two years ago and I just didn't know how to get started and stay motivated. I was also very hard on myself, so it's nice to be reminded that you can loose weight by just doing it naturally and at your own pace.

[@munaomar2305]

Thank you so much for doing this video. I needed inspiration and this shows that it takes hard work and persistence to lose weight.

[@CelestialSky0902]

Do you breastfeed while changing up your diet? I'm looking to lose my baby weight as well but I'm afraid that dieting could affect my breast-milk. Also, how long did you wait until you started working out again and how long did it take you to go back to your original weight?

[@BadGirl0804]

Great tips. Great advice that was straightforward. You look amazing as always.

[@seher7157]

I am currently 4 months postpartum and 7 kg away from my pregnancy weight. We'll I don't have any body to look after my baby if I go to gym and even right now we are not financially ready for extras. But I try to do lower belly exercise whenever I can. I was size 10 before getting pregnant nd right now I'm size 12 🤗🤗. Felling nice that I'm slowly coming down just by cutting down sugary stuff nd junk food.

[@melissawint]

Saw your natural hair on instagram, it's amazing and so full! You should totally wear it out and embrace it x

[@_SarahElizabeth]

Love this! Great advice!

[@slbebe]

u look so good sam!! u were always my motivation for many things! u were actually the first youtuber i started watching back in 2010 :)

[@katharinaopletal6720]

Great Video! Where are Riley and Franklin lately? Is it hard to have a newborn child and two dogs, it must be stressful? xx

[@elenarodriguez8468]

Thank you for being so positive. I started back at the gym, I also will be going with a personal trainer. I find it they are more affordable if you go to a gym at a community center. You look great btw! Hello from Minnesota!

[@Tiffany-se3qm]

It's great to see you doing so well! :) Something that has helped me in general is to make sure I'm drinking enough water. I have significantly more energy when I drink a glass shortly after getting up in the morning and throughout the day.

[@nicolemarlin6900]

Random question but did you find your tattoos change (on/near midsection but any of them, really!)?

[@Ladychrisilia]

Lovely video! What lipstick were u wearing in the video ? X

[@15nicole16]

I was literally just looking at old pics of myself when I was around 2 stone lighter and much more comfortable with my body, this video has given me a little push to work on myself! Xxx

[@zk403]

Can you do a video on your favourite places in London? Food (!), museums, other things to do...

[@chiarapnp]

You look really happy lately Sam!! Really happy for you 💜

[@grissomarnie]

You can never bore us! You're beautiful inside and out!

[@annaelizabethx]

Loved this video Samantha, you look amazing! I like how you have done it all healthily and naturally. Also like how you pointed out to not get too lost in social media, looking at other women's bodies for inspiration (something I can be guilty of at times!) I lost a lot of weight after having my son by having smaller portions, cutting out crap - but having the odd treat (similar to you) excersizing every other day, drinking more herbal tea, increasing water intake, lemon and hot water in the morning and always carrying healthy snacks where ever I went :) xx

[@amandagarcia1419]

love how healthy you did everything Sam! you look great! 🙂 love from Texas!

[@carlyrae2122]

please do a "what I eat in a day" video! It would be so helpful! :) Love you Sam

[@ekuboable]

You have such a sweet personality! :-)

[@caseytrimpin5743]

You look wonderful and so healthy! Just wondering, ate you breastfeeding? I've heard you're supposed to eat an extra 500 calories a day when you're breastfeeding, which is even more calories than you need during pregnancy. Just curious if/ how you've incorporated that!

[@hsyclara]

you did lose a lot of weight over the months it's crazy! this video helped me so much thank youuu