Forward Lunges
Forward Lunges are one of the most effective form of exercises you can ever indulge into. Take a large step forward with your right leg, and lower your body until your knee forms a 90° angle. Switch legs, and repeat the exercise. You can hold your baby throughout this exercise!
Side Lunges
Just like your forward lunges, side lunges can be extremely helpful as well. In case you are holding your baby for this one, put your hands under your baby. Take a large step to the right, making sure that your knee doesn’t extend past your toes. Keep your left leg straight. Repeat with your opposite leg.
Hip Bridges
This one is to strengthen your core with immediate effect. Lie on your back with your knees bent. Hold your baby securely above you, or sit your baby on your hips if it’s possible. Lift your hips up, and then return your hips to the ground. basically, you are acquiring the shape of a bridge with your hips here!
Squats
We all are familiar with the benefits of squats. It strengthens your core muscles like nothing else in this world! Hold your baby in your arms in front of you. Stand with your feet spread shoulder-width apart. Sit back and down as low as possible with your knees over your ankles. It can be difficult but extremely effective!
Plies
Another great exercise for your thigh and calves, just stand with your feet more than shoulder-width apart. Hold your baby in front of you. Bend your knees as far as possible until they make a 90° angle. Hold this pose for 2–3 minutes, and then return to standing. You are gonna see the change in your body in weeks if you start doing this one religiously!
Reverse Curls
Need to work on those abs and strengthen your core to another level? Just lie on your back on the floor with your knees toward your chest. Place your baby on your shins. Raise your hips and upper body upward. Give your baby a kiss on the forehead! Return to the starting position. This one is excellent as well!
Plank
Planks will always remain the most effective exercise for your core. Lay your baby on the floor near you. Plant your elbows on the floor, and rest on your forearms. Make sure your elbows are under your shoulders. Keep a straight line from the top of your head to your heels. Hold the position for 1–2 minutes. Try it!
