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Is it true that Breastfeeding helps you to get your figure back? While you were pregnant, your body laid down extra fat stores to prepare for feeding your baby. This will gradually be used up over the first six to eight months of breastfeeding. This means that, even though you can eat and drink pretty much what you want (within reason!) you should still have lost the weight you gained during pregnancy. This has got to be a bonus! I have a very good appetite and have never had a problem regaining my pre-pregnancy figure, with the help of breastfeeding. However, this does not mean that you will suddenly become a size 10, if you started out as a size 14 when you became pregnant! © Sharon Trotter   Article continues below advertisement   Back to Breastfeeding As Part Of Your Life     Breastfeeding As Part Of Your Life  In the early days and weeks of breastfeeding I felt exhausted. Is this normal?  My baby seems to want to feed all the time. Does this mean I don 't have enough milk?  When I go out with my baby, I feel embarrassed to feed in public places. What is your advice?  How long does a breastfeed last?  How long will I be giving night feeds for?  more.... Breastfeeding Problems and Treatments  My baby suffers from colic. Is this common with breastfeeders and what can I do to help?  What can I do to avoid getting sore nipples? If they are sore, what are the recommended treatment  What is meant by 'engorgement' of the breasts?  What is meant by the terms blocked duct and mastitis and what treatments would you recommend?  My baby has thrush in his mouth. Can I catch it whilst breastfeeding?  more.... Frequently Asked Questions About Breast Feeding  Breastfeeding in the Early Days  Breastfeeding As Part Of Your Life  Breastfeeding Problems and Treatments  Special BreastFeeding Circumstances  General Breastfeeding Questions  more.... Latest Forum Discussions Suddenly quite aware of feeding in public Mastitis???? increasing your milk Silicone breast implants How to store breast milk when out for the day Baby prefers Right breast BREASTPUMPS???  Breastfeeding Lowers Cancer Risk  Breastfeeding Releases Trust Hormone  It Pays To Talk  Buy Baby Feeding Equipment  Read our Health Features