{
  "id": 10871643,
  "title": "Katrina Kaif gave birth less than a year ago; experts explain why postpartum bodies take time to recover",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/30/katrina-kaif-gave-birth-less-than-a-year-ago-experts-explain-why",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-30T05:30:14.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Indian Express",
    "slug": "the-indian-express",
    "url": "https://indianexpress.com/article/lifestyle/health/katrina-kaif-postpartum-appearance-expert-on-body-after-childbirth-10884067/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Less than a year ago, actress Katrina Kaif welcomed her first child, and her postpartum appearance has sparked conversation online. Nutritionist Amita Gadre explained that a woman's body undergoes significant changes after childbirth, which go beyond simple weight gain or loss. Dr. Richa Bharadwaj, a gynaecologist, elaborated on the complex hormonal shifts that occur post-delivery, with estrogen and progesterone dropping rapidly and prolactin and oxytocin becoming more prominent for breastfeeding. These hormonal changes can impact sleep, mood, appetite, and energy levels.\n\nMoreover, physical alterations such as abdominal wall stretching and muscle separation during pregnancy can influence the appearance of a new mother's belly, even months after giving birth. Dr. Bharadwaj emphasized that the postpartum recovery process is multifaceted, involving the body's need to return to its pre-pregnancy state, which includes shrinking of the uterus, muscle and tissue repair, and adapting to new routines. Factors like sleep deprivation, altered eating habits, and breastfeeding can further delay weight loss.\n\nThere is no set timeline for regaining a pre-pregnancy body, as the recovery duration varies based on individual circumstances, such as the mode of delivery, complications during pregnancy, breastfeeding status, sleep quality, nutritional intake, and the ability to commence physical activity safely. Dr. Bharadwaj stressed that the focus should be on gradual recovery through proper nutrition, adequate rest, and a slow introduction to physical activity, rather than an immediate pursuit of weight loss.",
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        "outlet": "The Indian Express - Lifestyle",
        "title": "Katrina Kaif gave birth less than a year ago; experts explain why postpartum bodies take time to recover",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/30/katrina-kaif-gave-birth-less-than-a-year-ago-experts-explain-why-10874028",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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