For physical and emotional health, new mums should exercise two hours weekly


By AGENCY
  • Family
  • Monday, 28 Apr 2025

Experts say whatever amount of exercise new mothers can manage will help both physical and mental health. — JULIAN STRATENSCHULTE/dpa

New mothers should aim for two hours of moderate to vigorous exercise every week, such as brisk walking or cycling, researchers say.

Getting back to exercise in the first 12 weeks after birth will help boost both physical and mental health and improve sleep, according to a study.

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