POST BABY TUMMY
Postpartum Belly: Calm Recuperation, Self-Assured You
One of the most wonderful moments of life is welcoming a baby into the world, but the physical changes that come with it can occasionally be too much to handle. The postpartum tummy—loose skin, recalcitrant fat, and a weakened core that doesn’t seem to improve with diet or exercise—is one of the most prevalent issues among new mothers.
At Rasa Derm, our specialty is using safe, non-surgical, and medically supported postnatal body contouring procedures to help women feel like themselves again—strong, contoured, and confident.
The physical changes in the stomach region following childbirth are referred to as a “post-baby tummy.”
It frequently consists of:
- Skin that is loose or drooping
- Recalcitrant belly and waist fat
- abdominal muscles that are weak or divided (diastasis recti)
- Changes in skin texture or stretch marks
Although these changes are typical and quite normal, it might be annoying when your body doesn’t “bounce back” as you had hoped.
Although each woman’s anatomy is unique, the following elements influence changes in the belly after pregnancy:
Your belly’s skin stretches quickly during pregnancy to make room for the developing baby. The skin may not completely retract after birth, particularly if it was stretched greatly, which could result in loose or sagging skin. The natural ability of your skin to “snap back” is diminished after pregnancy when collagen and elastin levels fall.
Pregnancy hormones cause the body to store fat, especially in the thighs, hips, and belly, for nursing and recuperation. Particularly in the lower abdomen (pooch) and love handle region, this fat may persist after birth and grow resistant to diet and exercise. Breastfeeding, sleep deprivation, and hormonal changes can all make weight loss seem even more sluggish.
When pregnant, the left and right abdominal muscles separate to create space for the expanding uterus, a condition known as diastasis recti. These muscles may continue to separate after birth, giving the stomach a rounded or protruding appearance, particularly when standing or sitting. Additionally, it may exacerbate back pain, weakening of the core, and bad posture.
Estrogen, progesterone, prolactin, and cortisol are among the postpartum hormones that vary greatly. These changes may:
- impact the metabolism
- Encourage the retention of water
- Slow burning of fat
- Increase cravings and interfere with sleep
- Even if you’re eating well and exercising, all of this can make it harder to lose belly fat.
Additionally, women who give birth by cesarean section could observe a pouch-like bulge above the incision, abnormal fat distribution, or scar tissue. Healing takes time, and tailored treatment and additional support are frequently needed in this area.
You might think about getting expert help for your postpartum stomach if:
- Changes have persisted for at least six months after giving birth.
- Even after working out, your lower abdomen is still mushy, loose, or protruding.
- You feel self-conscious wearing clothing or bathing suits.
- Diastasis causes you to have bad posture, back pain, or core weakness.
- You want non-invasive, safe alternatives that don’t require surgery or a lot of recovery time.
Whether you’re months or years postpartum, your body may still be holding on to signs of pregnancy—like loose skin, stubborn fat, or a weak core. At Rasa Derm, we offer non-invasive and minimally invasive treatments that are tailored to target these specific postnatal changes. No surgery. No downtime. Just science-backed results.
Body Stim Biquad (RF) Skin Tightening
RF skin tightening gently heats the deeper layers of the skin, stimulating collagen and elastin production.
- Session Duration: 30–45 minutes
- Sessions Required: 6–8 sessions
- Gaps Between Sessions:Once every 1–2 weeks
- Results In:Visible skin tightening in 4–6 weeks
Cool Sculpting (Fat Freezing)
Cryolipolysis targets stubborn fat pockets by freezing fat cells, which are naturally eliminated.
- Session Duration: 45–60 minutes
- Sessions Required: 1–2 sessions
- Gaps Between Sessions: 6–8 weeks
- Results In : Fat reduction visible in 6–12 weeks
Body Stim ThermoSculpt (EMS + Thermal Toning)
This advanced technology combines high-intensity electromagnetic stimulation (HIFEM)
- Session Duration: 30 minutes
- Sessions Required: 6-8 sessions
- Gaps Between: 2 sessions per week
- Results In : Improved muscle tone and fat loss in 4–6 weeks
Derma Pen-4 (for Stretch Marks)
Microneedling with RF delivers micro-injuries and heat energy deep into the skin
- Session Duration: 45–60 minutes
- Sessions Required: 3–4 sessions
- Gaps Between Sessions: Once every 4–6 weeks
- Results In : Visible texture improvement in 6–8 weeks
