OPENING UP ABOUT BODY ISSUES POSTPARTUM + HOW I LOST WEIGHT
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- čas přidán 6. 09. 2024
- Opening up about body issues during pregnancy, postpartum and sharing how I've lost the weight. I finally feel like I'm in a great positive mindset. Hope you enjoy and can either relate or feel inspired!
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65 pounds? Wow, I’ve been following you since you were pregnant and I never noticed or thought you were “big” during or after birth, you were the cutest pregnant lady! You still look amazing
Ariana Grissel I agree she did not look like she had gained 65 lbs. I have been following her for years too🤔
Same! So weird even right after giving birth she looked so skinny!
Agreed! I thought she look cute! I was envious that could eat the dunking donuts and look so good! But being healthy feels better!
Well with pictures you can always focus on certain angles
65 pounds? 😳 How come you never mention stuff like clothes size, how tall you are, how much do you weight, how much you used to weight while pregnant? Your videos are amazing btw
You look BOMB! so happy you're learning how to be a healthier you! love ya
Love you 😘❤️
Omg that's how me and my sister talk to each other not alot of people use that word BOMB
This video felt so authentic , and that looks good on you... thank you for sharing
Alondra De Haro yes yes yes!
My baby is 8 weeks today and I’ve struggled so much with my postpartum body! I tried to buy jeans yesterday and came home with nothing. So this video is JUST what I needed right now!!
Julia Zuniga Congratulations on your bundle of joy! Be easy on yourself, you’ll get there! It takes a while to get back into the jeans!
Awww I appreciate that, thank you so much❤️❤️
Don't worry! I cried after searching for a new pair of jeans at 8 weeks pp. Two or three weeks later I finally fit into a high waist skinny pair. Your body is still recovering; the belly will go down on its own! Focus on your baby, they DO grow up so fast. It's the weight that is left after six months that is a bit worrying because I cannot pretend that it will go down on its own as well 🤣
My body has changed SO much from 8wks pp to 7mo pp, I just went shopping yesterday and it was so helpful finding things that made me feel better about myself! Give yourself some time and patience, it took 9 months to grow that precious little person, it takes at least that long for most women to reach their new normal body! 💕
This is my favorite video you have ever done!!!! Thank you for being honest. You are sooo brave ❤
I’m not, nor have I ever been pregnant, but this is how I lost 40lbs. Most of it was intuitive eating and NOT counting calories. I’m so glad you’re feeling better!!
I couldn’t do it alone, I saw a dietitian which really helped. She taught me about intuitive eating, not overeating and listening to your body cues. Thank you for keeping it real. There is no secret to weight loss, it’s really just eating great things for your body 😊
I’ve never been pregnant, but this is so inspiring! Thanks for the honesty!!
Sarah Safi You are gorgeous!
Aww thank you! 🤗😘
Alex - I’ve been watching you for years and I’ve never seen you get this personal and I have to say I really enjoyed it! Not that you owe us personal information but it was nice to see that side of you for a change. Good for you! You look great!
Alex! It took me like 3 hours to watch this video cause I'm at work.... But it's one of the BEST VIDEOS I've seen in a loooooooooooooooooooong time! So honest, so simple, so true! I follow the same routine: just keep it simple and healthy, and I feel like people never believe me when I say it! I'm so glad you put this out here and hope more people follow you and follow this advice! You look insanely good, healthy and most of all Happy!!! Keep it up!!!
haha, i'm watching at work too! :)
Love the intro! Haha I am currently 35 weeks pregnant and so ready for baby to come and get my body back in shape!
Faith Drew congrats on your little one!!👶🏻
Kayla Cortes aw thank you!
Right there with you girl! 35 weeks also!!!
briweeezy16 congrats!!!
Ugh I know how you feel! I’m 36 weeks and counting down the minutes 😂. Good luck with your new baby ❤️❤️
I needed this 🥰. 3rd baby on the way. I do feel better this pregnancy 🤰🏾 but it’s still hard to go through so many changes in 9 months. Thanks for sharing
This makes me wanna cry because you literally have said everything that I felt when I was pregnant and losing weight. I’m still on this journey and it’s just nice to know there are other people out there!
Alex you're always so beautiful! It's such a great feeling with you find out which foods affect your health. When I was diagnosed with celiac disease and cut out gluten my body/emotional state changed completely! Thanks for sharing your journey and I'm so happy you're all about balance, too...that's most important! xx
Omg this video SPOKE to me you hit everything spot on for me!! Thanks for sharing, this helped so much 💕💕
Could you make a video showing what you buy at the grocery store on an average shop? Thanks! Love your videos and you have a beautiful family :)
Sarah2569 from other videos: she orders groceries online and it gets delivered to her door
I watched the first time a month before I gave birth to our second baby. I told myself that I was going to watch this after I gave birth, now I’m 2 months postpartum and already lost 48 lbs. I really want to lose the rest of the weight to get to my goal. This video was so motivating and helpful, thank you Alex you look fantastic!
Just had my baby boy 2 days ago. He weighed 9 pounds. This came in perfect timing. Just started watching this video 💙
I literally have told myself that things that are bad for me are truly poison and they will make me sick and I gave stuck with it for almost 3 months. And today I’m 20 lbs down. I work our daily and its ME time! I make it the first thing I do before I do anything else and always have the healthy things in the house! great job girl!
I HAVE MISSED THE TRANSPARENT AND CHATTY ALEX SO SO SO MUCH! 😍💕💕💕
What’s your Starbucks order now that you’re being more mindful of your sensitivities?
I honestly love how raw this video is. It’s so wonderful to see such honestly in a video. Thanks for being you ☺️
I am 23 weeks pregnant and the first 20 weeks I didn't exercise or try to eat healthy and now I'm starting to feel miserable, and still have 17 weeks to go! The last 3 weeks I have been walking an hour a day and trying to eat healthier options for most of my meals. My doctors keep telling me my weight gain is completely fine, but I know my body and I am way off track. I want to have a healthier lifestyle for when my daughter is born. I want to feel good and be in shape so I can have fun with my kids and be the best mom I can be! So thank you for sharing your story! I relate so much and this has inspired me that it's not too late to start making better choices and being more active!
Aw, Alex, you are amazing for opening up & sharing your experience! & I definitely am relating to your mindset of making your health a priority! I know for me, I am starting out doing the little things like drinking enough water, taking walks, less junk food around the house & so on!
pregnancy is no joke! i had the best pregnancy anyone could hope for but i definitely relate to everything you’re saying post partum. i have been having a hard time getting my workout mojo back and shedding the baby weight/controlling my food cravings. I appreciate you being so real in this video!! thank you 🙏🏻
I love that you included pictures of your journey ❤️ thank you for sharing and being so real
Thank you so much for the inspo! My second baby, my son is 13 months old and I am still not where I want to be! I’m 5’2” and 137lbs and I just want to lose that last 20 lbs to be where I really want to be and I have been feeling ALL those things you described! I’m so inspired it makes me want to cry lol! I just need to plan and stick to it! It’s SO HARD with two kids but I need to make it a priority! Thanks Alex! ❤️
Kaylyn Hornak You can do it!!! We’re internet twins, lol. My daughter is 13 months (2nd and last baby), I’m 5’2 and a couple months (3-4months) ago I was stuck at 139 but been working hard and watching what I eat throughout the week. Currently at 126 and still have about 8 pounds to go to get to my goal. I keep telling myself since it’s taking a while to lose, maybe it will stay off! Lol!
Omg 😂😍 How funny! Thanks for the boost! I’m so ready!!
Good for you, Alex, for focusing on your health! That will benefit you and your whole family, because you will be healing and nurturing your body and also serving as an example to your loved ones. You look great! ~Janis from Florida
I remember when you were a few weeks postpartum and you got your normal "glow" back and I didn't know what was going on, but I was so happy for you. Still am! You are an amazing and inspiring woman and mom!!
I really needed this, juju is only two days apart from my baby and I’ve actually put on 30lbs since having my baby 😢
Honestly I don’t comment on people’s videos but this video just seemed as if I was just listening to a girl friend talking! I appreciate that you were being so raw and real, definitely feels like I personally know you! Proud of you girlie, you seem like such a great mom and a sweet person!
I had my son (2nd baby) 6 weeks ago and he was also 10 lbs and I gained like 60 lbs. I’m ready to get started on losing weight and getting back to myself.
Jennifer Taylor just don't get discouraged at 6 weeks your definitely still recovering and even swollen remember it took a year for your body to get ready to have the baby no shame in taking a year to feel back to yourself
Jacquelin Castillo thanks girl 💕💕
Currently 31 weeks pregnant and been watching this video since 20 weeks throughout my pregnancy. This video seriously is the only video out there that motivates me to stay healthy when I don’t feel like it. You are an inspiration thank you!!!
what is the recipe for the muffins and cookies??
Honestly one of if not the best video you’ve ever made. You should be vulnerable more often. Life isn’t perfect and we all know that. This is much more relatable. You look great!
BEST VIDEO YOU HAVE EVER MADE
What was the allergy test you did?
I gained almost 100lbs girl. I’m about 70 down and still trying to lose. You’re exactly right. A learning experience
Am I going to come back to this video every time I need motivation? Hell yes!! Thank you so so much Alex. Love you!!
This is so important!! Alex I love your honesty and openness here! You look fantastic but, more importantly, you are healthy to take care of sweet Julian! I am 7 weeks PP and back in my jeans at 6 weeks ONLY because I kept my exercise routine (with modifications) and eating style while pregnant and drank 100-125 ounces of water a day! I gained the healthy 25-35 pounds (for my body). At 41 weeks pregnant I still felt pretty good... I wasn't swollen (compression socks helped because I teach and was on my feet all day) or horribly miserable. Guys, people don't tell you this stuff.. exercise and what you eat makes a difference!! You can't "eat for two" because you're really not. It's only in the 2nd and 3rd trimester that you should increase calories and that's only 200-300 per day (that's like adding 1 snack). I've had so many people tell me I don't even look like I had a baby and blah blah... it's not because I'm "lucky" it's because I prepared pre-pregnancy!
My doctor at the time only wanted me to gain 2 pounds a month! He said eat all you want but fruits and veggies! This was many years ago but I see the wisdom now!
Can you please do like an updated grocery haul of the essentials you are using now??? I have also realized my sensitivity to wheat and dairy! I would love to see a grocery haul that could help with the basics! And maybe do a cook with me using the groceries?!
Currently pregnant with baby #3, so I DEFINITELY needed this! Thank you! Love watching your family!
Aw congratulations! Thank you ❤️
I agree. I have been eating clean and working out for almost two years now, and being pregnant makes it so hard to eat clean. This was so relatable. Thank you!!
Totally! Thanks for watching
I feel this. Never had a baby but I've gained like 30 pounds in the last few years. And I just was sad about it and didnt do anything to fix it. I also have ovarian cysts so I'm on birth control for it so that's adds weight too. But now I'm on a better path and feeling so much better! Hopefully these eating tips will help me too with how I eat 🧡🧡
Maggie Meyers Your story sounds exactly like mine. Good luck on your health journey... just know you’re not alone! ❤️
Thank you for filming this video. I am currently pregnant with my first baby. I am trying to get my veggies in and only indulge a little each day. I love the notion of cutting the food drama. I feel so free after doing this and not being so restrictive on how I eat at home and out.
Such an amazing video, never heard someone talk about food like this on youtube and THIS is how it SHOULD be talked about! Thank you Alex and congrats on learning what works for you!
The fact that you are so raw in this video and so truthful of what you went through made me love this video even more. You really take the time to explain everything. You are such a real person and show that you go through everything that others do too .
Omg Alex! That belly was beyond adorable. I love love love it
Alex, when I had my first baby, I didn’t take care of myself and gained 70 lbs. Sam was born 10 lbs 3 oz, he nearly died coming out. He was too big. The shame and guilt I felt about that, as well as the shame and guilt of how I ate sent me into a depression. I’ve been watching you for years now, I’m so glad you’re being vulnerable and authentic. -Alyse
I love this video. It’s so honest! I just started intermittent fasting. The days I am at work are easier than the days I’m not. I feel so less bloated! It is crazy!! I am also thinking about doing a food sensitivity test too! I feel like knowing what foods I am sensitive to will help me feel even better. Thank you so much for sharing this Alex!!
Just found out I’m pregnant and completely over indulged for the first 2 weeks.. this is a wake up call and totally made an awesome smoothie to start my day off! Thank you!
This video was SO helpful and inspirational, Thank you!!💕 I'm ready to start changing the way I eat to lose a few pounds, and mainly just to feel better because I have no energy all day and I know it's because of what I'm eating
I am 35 weeks pregnant currently and struggling with the same feelings of being in someone else's body and constantly feeling hungry and not loving how i look or feel. This is my favorite video you've ever done! I needed it!
Alex can you show how you make your bulletproof coffee please🙌🏼💞
mayra jaimes yes I’d love to see what collagen she uses
Alex, this was on time for me. You don’t even know! Your pregnancy story is identical to mine, I just chose to give up after giving birth. And then after gaining another 30 pounds over 5 years, I got pregnant with number two. Now, I’m looking for change. This is inspiring. Thank you for being you!
Can you do a video about how to go gluten free? I find it so intimidating but I want to do it.
GypsyGirl I agree
I’m celiac and have been gluten free for years! If you have any questions I’d be happy to try to help 😊
36 weeks pregnant now and this was so relatable. Pregnancy has made me a different person and I'm so ready to get my healthy habits back on track and feel good again!
I’m so excited to see how you handle your next pregnancy! 🤰🏽
Me too! Thank you 😊
I'm currently 29 weeks pregnant and I feel huge, people are always telling me oh wow your about to pop! It hurts my feelings at times. The crazy part is I have gained 15 pounds so far, but my tummy is huge!
This has been your best video in a really long time! You look amazing!
You did a great job talking about your weight loss and how you transitioned to where you are now. Although we all inherently know this info, you broke it down and made it easy to “digest” and figure out how we might be able to adopt a healthy lifestyle without feeling overwhelmed and deprived. I’m a couple weeks away from my 48th Bday😬. These Birthdays creep up on you so stay healthy and enjoy your youth and your family.
I live by the 70/30 rule too. I make an effort but if I am craving some chocolate, I’m going to have a bite of chocolate! You look great!
This felt so genuine and emotional at the same time. I loved this video! You just motivated me to make healthier choices! Thank you Alex for being so open!
Thank you Alex for this honest and REAL video !! ♥
Thank you for being HONEST about your desire to lose weight and being so honest. People get so upset when someone wants to lose weight these days that I feel so alone with my desire to lose weight. It makes me feel isolated. But this is just so honest and so warming and so amazing. Thank you!
What do you order from Starbucks?
this is exactly the issue that I have, I eat healthy for a couple weeks, then binge for a couple weeks, its really not healthy! Thank you so much though because this video was exactly the thing I needed to help me get back into shape and feel better. I'm not a mom or anything but this video just gave me the motivation to treat my body right. You look amazing by the way!!!
This is great. I’ve gained weight and I’m not so happy with myself. It’s depressing actually. This is very inspirational. Thanks Alex. 💕
Tina1ii1 A. ♥️💕
KMBeauty 🥰
Thank you so much for sharing this!!! It is go great to hear that you feel yourself again. Although I do not have a baby, I am in my twenties and want a family one day as well. So many women I know are still struggling with postpartum body image issues and seeing how positive you are is so amazing and uplifting and it honestly makes me feel so much more optomistic about having my own kids one day 💗
Best vlog to date. I always thought you looked cute before preg, during preg, after preg...all the time you look adorable. But I get where you're coming from, you are your harshest critic.
I’m currently 7 weeeks 4 days pregnant . After watching this. You have inspired me to be the healthiest I can be. My friends are pregnant they have sent there dirt out the door thankyou
OMG Day Made!!! Taking my lunch break at work so I can watch this. LOVE YOU SO MUCH!!! You inspire me every day
Alex I just want to say this, I have followed you and Michael for a long time now, I still thought you were so beautiful, the video when you introduced Julian to us I will never forget. I cried! You are such an amazing woman and it was such a learning experience for you. I can totally relate about how you feel being healthy and watching what you eat and how it makes you feel. It's certainly part of loving and nurturing yourself. I just want to say your journey has helped me in some ways too. Thank You for this video and for being YOU!
I love this so much and I haven't had any babies yet. Thanks for being honest and raw.
I like more talks like this where you can talk like we're friends! Its a bummer people are so sensitive and you have to put a disclaimer ever 5 minutes. I had my first baby 3 weeks after you and I am still working on losing weight, but it was more weight that I actually had pre-pregnancy, not so much that I gained during. Thanks for being so open and authentic!
For the record, you looked amazing while you were pregnant!
I love your approach. I actually got pressured not to lose weight. I just took it slowIy. I refuse to fall for the notion that becoming a mom means you have to resign yourself to being unhealthy and unhappy with your body. MOMS HAVE THE RIGHT TO BE HAPPY AND HEALTHY. Don’t let anyone make you feel guilty for that. Our kids are counting on us to be the best version of ourselves, whatever it is that gets us there.
Do you mind sharing what food sensitivity test you used? Thank you!! :)
YES!!! I'd love this info too.
Sarah R I think it might be EverlyWell. Her momma just posted it on Instagram Stories.
@@danimani179 Thank you!!
My son did the IgG blood test.
yes, if u can please confirm we'd all appreciate it! thank u for this video:)
Thank you for being so honest. In a world where we all pose for our best lives on social media, it's really inspiring to see you open up about the realities we all face everyday.
Can you post the bulletproof coffee recipe you use?
Michaela Brewster she has it in one of her recent vlogs! Not sure which one but
Alex has talked about and follows a CZcamsr called KGMTL who has a really good bulletproof coffee video. I highly recommend looking it up!
THANK YOU FOR OPENING UP AND BRINGING AWARENESS TO THIS! MORE WOMEN NEED TO SPEAK OUT ABOUT THIS!
Thank you for sharing this!! I just had a baby 6 weeks ago and I’m trying to eat healthy too!! 💕 you look amazing!!
Yes i agree Alex 💚i can not believe your doctor lead you astray. My doctor kept a line graphic in my patient file and every weigh-in and appointment I would get a lecture about “do this not that” and he would give me a short term goal of what weight range to stay in by next Appt. He would say “your at +5lbs no more than +2lbs for next check up. He was so diligent in the weight aspect. He was always soo clear no woman should gain more than 20-25lbs. With my first son i gained 17lbs and my second son 23lbs. I think bottom line is the doctor put you at risk. And ultimately this probably played a factor in your drastic labor and delivery.
Such a great video and such great info! Thank you so much for sharing! ❤️
This really helps! I’m a mom of 2 and I just had my 2nd child in October 2018. I gained so much weight and I was at my heaviest after having him. (I started off heavy from summer bbq’s and beer) I remember being ready to get healthy and lose weight right before finding out I was pregnant. After him I was 200+ lbs. since October I’m down 40+ lbs! I didn’t start losing weight until January 2019. (my New Years resolution) I’ve been doing keto and working out 4-5 days a week. I’m so glad you made this video because I was starting to lose motivation from constantly weighing myself and starting to have more cheat days than I should. This is going to help me get back on track and stay motivated to being a healthier mommy! Thank you!!
Sometimes we just need that pressure to get us going
Thanks for opening up it’s very inspiring
Your looking amazing 🙌🏼❤️❌⭕️
You should check out healthnut nutrition she has great recipes
Currently 30 weeks and have gained 9lbs so far. Doesn’t sound like much but I’m 5ft and started off 135 pre pregnancy. I was a bit overweight before and I’m worried I won’t go back to a comfortable weight. You gave me the peace of mind to know that I can & I will. I will put this video in my favorites and use it as soon as baby pops out lol Thank you.
Alex u and Franceska look amazing😀 💗y'all are so inspiring👍 Thanks for being so Open and honest u go girl 💪
I really appreciate this video. I’ve felt like crap for so many years with so many stomach problems, bloating, heartburn etc and this made me realize that it’s not normal to feel like that. Thanks for the inspiration!!
You look so good girl!! This video REALLY motivated me to eat healthier!! I love your attitude and outlook on your new lifestyle :)
This video came at a perfect time. Today at the doctors I was so sad about the weight I’ve gained now that I’m 37 weeks pregnant and I’m so self conscious about how I look and I don’t feel like myself anymore. I really needed a video like this to pick me up! ❤️
It’s literally like you were telling the story of my pregnancy! I hear you girl. Way easier to put on then take off lol
Thank you for being so open and honest! I’m sure it was hard to be so vulnerable with your journey and photo transformations but I really think this can help so many people! And it’s very inspiring to hear how you wanted to better yourself for you but also for your family. I’ve been following you for a while now and this was one of my favorite videos because of your authenticity and openness! Only love and support for you and your family! Thank you for sharing Alex!
wow, very inspiring... literally writing down your tips! Healthy looks amazing on you! :-)
This is a great message about how to make good healthy choices for weight management, even if someone is not pregnant or who has not just had a baby. Nowadays, everyone is obsessed with being “skinny” and following fad diets that are impossible to follow long term. What you’re saying, eating real whole food, is the best way to be in control of your health. Aside from maybe losing weight, you’re also learning how to be a healthier version of you, which is the primary reason everyone should make conscious decisions about what they eat. Being perfect with your “diet” is not attainable, but having a mindset that doesn’t force you to be obsessed with what you’re eating, how much you’re eating, how much you weigh, is the BEST mindset a person could have. You are amazing and thank you for talking about this. ♥️♥️
This is exactly me 😭 I had my twins a year ago and I still look pregnant 😭 you should do some videos with recipes !
That is exactly what I’m going through right now. I am 6 months postpartum and it just feels like it will never change. Thank you for this!
How do you make your bullet proof coffee and what was the food test you took?
I can definitely relate to how you were when you were pregnant. Eating whatever and my excuse was I was pregnant. I gained a lot of weight and wish I didn’t let myself go. It’s okay because I am now back to eating healthy and working out again!
Love the real talk! I have never been pregnant, but I experience the same bloating and hormonal issues. The doctor recommended I go gluten and dairy free. Would love your banana bread recipe.
It’s been amazing for my body! Are you going to try it? The banana muffins are from the gwyneth Paltrow book I did a video on it a few back!
@@AlexandreaGarza I am!! I started partially about 3 weeks ago, but you've inspired me to go all in. I related to your story so much. Thank you for your transparency! I remember that video. Going back to rewatch. 💗
You look gorgeous! And I loved this video and all the advice you gave. 💕💕