How can I strengthen my core?

What workouts did you moms do to strengthen your core after giving birth? I had my 3rd vaginal birth on the 13th and it hurts when I pick my feet up to put shoes on after I’ve been laying down and I can’t lift my legs to put pants on without almost falling. I had a very easy birth and feel like my normal self other than this problem.

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Same here after my 3rd. Gave birth on the 16th to an 8lb 15oz baby no tears but still can’t lift my leg higher then a certain point without immediately wincing and holding the area

The 13th was only 10 days ago, I’d start by giving yourself more time. It may get better as you heal.

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It seems soon but maybe you should speak to your dr. I had 3 kids and don’t remember anything like that.

Research Diastasis Recti. This was my problem after 3 kids. Completely loss core strength until I had an abdominal surgery.

Look up exercises for your transverse abdominis. Dead bugs is great, anything that involves balancing is great. YouTube will have tons of good videos