Research shows a third of new mums diet to lose weight

After giving birth to a child, women often feel immense pressure to get back to their pre-pregnancy body shape and size. This pressure doesn't come from just one place; it comes from various parts of a woman's life and can seriously impact how she feels about herself.

A recent survey of mums in Australia found that a third of new mums were dieting to lose weight, and most were experiencing body image dissatisfaction. Our research also suggests the postpartum period is a time of high risk for developing or maintaining eating styles that may negatively impact psychological health and wellbeing.