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March 17, 2025 19 mins

Hey there, momma! Welcome back to Strong & Nourished Momma. Today, we’re tackling a question I know so many of you are struggling with… Why do I still look pregnant even months after giving birth? If you’ve ever looked down at your belly and thought, ‘Why won’t this go away? I’m working out, I’m eating well, but I STILL have this pooch’—you are NOT alone.

 

I see so many postpartum moms frustrated by this, and I totally get it. You’re doing everything you think you should be doing—planks, crunches, tons of cardio—but nothing is changing. The truth is, your belly isn’t just about extra weight. There’s something deeper happening here… and it’s called diastasis recti.

 

So, today, I’m going to walk you through exactly what this condition is, why it’s the real reason behind that ‘pregnant’ belly look, and most importantly, how to heal it so you can start feeling strong and confident again.

 

Join the Restore Your Core Bootcamp and save your spot TODAY! It’s a live 45-minute bootcamp that is happening on Wednesday, 4/16 at 12pm MST. If you can’t make it live, still sign up so you can get the recording and resources. I’ll teach you what’s really going on with your core and pelvic floor—and how to start healing the right way so you can feel strong and confident again. Go to http://wellnessbyval.com/bootcamp to save your spot.

 

Stay strong & nourished, Val

 

Resources & Links: ✨ Join the Free Community of Mommas! ✨ Become an Insider and get the Weekly Newsletter! ✨ Follow Val on Instagram for more tips! @wellnessbyval_ ✨ Sign up for the FREE Restore Your Core Bootcamp - http://wellnessbyval.com/bootcamp ✨ Want personalized support? Schedule a 60-minute Balanced Nutrition Coaching Session with Val! https://wellnessbyval.com/

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