Mama Squat

Now that you're feeling stronger and have more energy, Jackie Keller, founder of NutriFit and author of Body After Baby, suggests taking it to the next level and staying on a smart diet.

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  1. Standing with your feet about shoulder-width apart and toes pointed straight ahead, cradle your baby in both arms, supporting his or her neck, spine and bottom.
  2. Slowly bend your knees until your thighs are parallel to the floor. As you squat, hold the baby close to you as you slowly inhale.
  3. Now straighten your legs, exhaling as you return to your starting position.
  4. Repeat five times.

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