Feel a bit deflated and ‘daggy’ with your post-baby body? Sick of seeing celeb mums looking gorgeous practically minutes after birth? Find out how you too can feel good and look great with tips from a top celebrity stylist in today's LIVE webchat.
Celebrity stylist Ceril Campbell will be here 10-11 am to help you get back on your feet and feel good about yourself again after pregnancy.
Please post your questions here.The first 5 Babyexpert members to post relevant questions will receive a Shwarzkopf Active Dr Hoting Hair Retention Care System (worth £22.98). Designed exclusively for women.
Web Editor Nicola

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Hi, Ceril here. I'm looking forward to answering your questions this morning.

Hi Ceril, I gave birth to my son Ashton 15 weeks ago and over the last couple of weeks my hair has started coming out everytime I wash or brush it. I mean loads is coming out!!! I normally wash it everyday as it also gets greasy if I don't.
Is there any way I can minimise this and how long does it normally last?
Thanks Tammi

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Hi Tammi. Congratulations on Ashton! Most new mums may experience similar problems of hairloss post-pregnancy. This is due to hormonal changes. There are a number of things you can do to help. First a balanced diet is very important - particularly oily fish and green vegetables and fruit. There are also a number of products on the market that can more directly target your hair issue. I know Schwarzkopf has a new hair retention care system called Activ F designed specifically for women to help with this type of problem and is available in Boots. This is an easy to use shampoo and tonic that you can use alongside your normal hair care products. Hope this helps you x

Hi Ceril,
I had my baby six months ago and now feel ready to get myself back in shape again. I'm a bit overweight and generally flabby - what's the best sort of exercise I could do? And it has to fit in with baby too!
Thanks.

Hi Ceril

I'm not a mummy yet, but all being well i'll have my first baby in May-June 2009. So excited!!

Just worrying a bit about stretch marks - when should i start using creams / oils and what happens to my skin after birth? What would you recommend? Or is it still too early to think about this?

Thank you

Inna 5 + 5

Hi Flamenca. The perfect way to exercise with your baby is to take him/her for a brisk daily walk for a minimum of half an hour. This will give you and your baby some fresh air and break from your daily routine. If you really don't have the time for this half hour then try to walk rather than drive or take public transport for any errands. Even short walks will make a difference. If you still feel unhappy with your post-pregnancy body there are lots of underwear solutions that you can temporarily try that will streamline you. Check out redcarpetundies.com. You might also like to try your local community centre which could have mother and baby exercise or yoga classes x

hi since having my daughter my hair always feels so much more greasy and lank. before i fell pregnant with her my hair always felt lovely. why has it gone like this?

Hi Ceril I've got a two month old baby and I'm really struggling to make some time for me each day. I sometimes look in the mirror at lunchtime and realise I haven't even had time to brush my hair or clean my teeth. Is this normal, and how can I get back into a routine that lets me look after me? Thanx

Hi ceril

Since i had my son 6 months ago i have been finding it really hard to get rid of my belly! its so saggy andreally feels like its not ment to be there! Its covered in stretch marks aswell and im really self confident about it.I hate my othr half even seeing it. Whats the best exercises to do on your stomach other than sit ups?

thanks
charlie

hi Inna
It is never too early to start a daily beauty skin care regime. Its not just about being pregnant but about the regular care of your skin. The best skincare doesnt have to cost a lot. Personally Iove Palmers cocoa butter. The smell is fab. One of the most effective oils is a Vitamin E oil. Another great choice is Rosa Mosqueta oil that is really good for scars and stretch marks. Be very careful with Essential oils as many should not be used during pregnancy. Do check with your Dr or pharmacist.
x

thank you, Ceril. I will be checking labels to see if they are suitable to use during pregnancy.

some of my friends used Virgin Olive oil from supermarkets - is this also a good solution?

thank you again,

Inna

Hi
in regards to your question about your greasy hair and how it was never like this pre pregnancy. most new mums all have hair issues as the hormonal changes will affect the condition of your hair especially. Washing your hair more frequently with a gentle daily shampoo should help. x

thank you for answering. i wash my hair every day now but will go and look for a gentle shampoo (or pinch some of my daughters!)
thanks again x

Hi Charlie, and all other mums with this question...
re your "tummy" issues. Firstly your husband/partner will love you for you (that is the whole of you) imperfections and all. he wont see just your tum, or stretch marks or any of those bits that YOU only see when you look in the mirror.when you need to undress keep some of your undies on then you can hide the bits that you wish to hide... just make sure that those undies fit you well and are sexy!
posture is very important and will help get those tummy muscles going again. Dont slump (i know its difficult when youre tired) especially when you are sitting down. x

Hi Ali
Time is always an issue for all mums, new and old! It is so important to find "you" time even if it is just 20 minutes a day. It will be beneficial to your baby and your own sanity. Do you have any family who might be able to come and relieve you at all? if not when your baby is having his nap, use that time to do something for you. There are many new products on the market that are all in ones/multi purpose so you could for example, shower, exfoliate and moisturise in one step whilst in the shower. Good luck! x

Hi Inna again
Olive oil will work fine too, but with so many lovely smelling products on the market you may wish to try other things. Its really all down to personal preference and what works for you as long as you moisturise regularly.

I think that all new mums have this huge pressure to look good and be in as good shape instantly post pregnancy due to the whole celebrity culture. You have to remember that most celebs have masses of help around them, to enable them to look that good. Also the pictures you see in the magazines are all air brushed and not real life! x

It's now 11am so this webchat is CLOSED: no more questions, please.
Many thanks to Ceril for taking the time to join us this morning. Thanks too for all your questions - babyexpert members, please make sure your registration details contain up to date email and postal addresses so we can forward your FREE Schwarzkopf products.
Web Ed Nicola

There have been quite a few questions about hair and tums. Thank you for your questions. For more help on your hair problems you could check out
www.activhaircare.co.uk
and
for solutions to your tummy problems you could look at
www.redcarpetundies.com

Ceril x
www.cerilcampbell.com

Hi,

I'm struggling to loss the last 11lb of pregnancy weight. I have my daughter christening and hubby's christmas do to come.I have got my clothes but whats the best supporting underwear to pull and hold me in in the tummy area? Also what makeup would you recommend for the christmas party period?

Thanks

Kelly