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Emma Bunton Takes Slow and Steady Approach to Weightloss

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While some celebrity moms — and even some of her own Spice Girl bandmates! — appear to effortlessly slide back into their pre-pregnancy jeans within a matter of weeks, Emma Bunton took a different path. In a new interview with the Daily Mail, the 32-year-old songstress and mom to 17-month-old Beau Lee says that despite gaining a “normal amount of weight” while pregnant it took one year to reclaim her pre-baby (UK) Size 10 form. Emma explains that she “did it very naturally and slowly,” adding,

“I went to the gym two or three times a week and ate healthily. I breastfed so you can’t go on stupid diets.”

In order to maintain her current weight, with which she is “really happy,” Emma exercises moderately, eats sensibly — and keeps a good perspective! “I go for a run or take our dogs for a walk, and I’m almost enjoying it,” she says. “It’s got to be about balance though, being healthy but not letting it rule your life.” That means occasionally indulging in pizza with friends, and even looking forward to making Beau — who “loves his cuddles” and whom she describes as “so good and funny” — a big brother. Emma adds,

“Beau is my all, my life and the reason I’m happier than ever. I’m enjoying being a mummy most of all, he’s so gorgeous.”

Beau is Emma’s son with longtime partner Jade Jones.

Source: Daily Mail

Check Out Our Special: Body After Baby!

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It’s that time of year: New Year’s resolutions are in full swing, and we’re all vowing to hit the gym and eat healthier foods. But a certain sector of women — specifically new moms — are attempting to lose their post-baby weight, which is no easy feat! So we’ve put together a collection of stories, photo galleries and Sound-Offs, called “Body After Baby,” designed to inspire and motivate those looking to shed a few pounds.

Check out pictures of celebrities and their children working out together, learn Halle Berry and Jessica Alba‘s slim-down secrets, and learn tips from fellow readers on getting in shape. See it all here!