By Jenn Sanders

It’s hard to squeeze in exercise between cooking meals, changing diapers, and working. It’s clear that you have little to no time to fit in a workout.

New mothers often find it difficult to lose baby weight without having to get a childcare support. Thankfully, there are mother/baby workouts that you can do with your little one. Here are a few quick and easy exercises you can do with your infant when you have a free moment.

Stretching

Find a wide area where you can sit with your legs straight out in front of you. Your baby must be lying on his back on top of your legs. Then, slowly reach toward him to stretch your hamstrings and back.

Dancing

Dancing is a great cardiovascular workout that exercises major muscle groups. It also improves balance and coordination. It doesn’t only exercise your body, it also elevates your mood, thereby reducing your stress.

You can dance while you hold your baby. Keep him as close to your body as possible. Make sure that you support his head. You can also put him in a sling with straps that fit around your waist and over your shoulders.

When dancing, alternate between slow and fast dances to increase your heart rate. Try not to bounce too much while dancing, to avoid accidentally injuring your little one.

To ensure that he’s enjoying the dance, let him wear a raw amber Baltic wonder necklace. This necklace is proven to make your baby happy while teething.

Bench Squats

Find a seat that you can squat down while you’re holding on to your child. As you sit on the bench, draw your belly tightly in.

Sit Ups

They’re also perfect to perform while lying on your back with your child sitting on your tummy. Perform a sit-up to work your abdominal muscles.

Abdominal Plank

This workout is easy. You just need to hold to do the usual abdominal plank while your baby is lying on the ground under you.

Run

You can put your child in the stroller and take him with you while you run or jog. While you run together, you can sing and chat with him. Doing so will make your workout a little sweeter. It may take a bit more planning because you need to dress him up and pack snacks and drinks. However, it’s a great way to spend time with him while exercising.

How to make it easier?

It’s not easy to workout while you’re taking care of your baby. Therefore, try to exercise before work and not after work. Keep in mind that some activities and commitments will come up at the end of the day.

Never worry about what you’ll wear when you workout with your baby. Debating what wardrobe to choose is only a waste of time.

Finding time to workout can be difficult because of your busy schedule. However, with a little planning, it’s possible. Always prioritize your health. If you get sick, who’s going to take care of your family? Never allow your health to be your second priority. It should come first. When you’re happy and healthy, everyone else is also happy and healthy.