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Raising a child while trying to take care of your own body is a monumental task. As a practitioner, I have witnessed firsthand how difficult postpartum recovery can be; irregular meals and physical exhaustion often lead to a decline in health. Postpartum weight loss can only be truly successful when it is supported by the body's fundamental recovery.
Traditional Korean Medicine (TKM) is excellent for restoring the body's natural circulation. We focus on discharging 'Blood Stasis' (어혈) and 'Phlegm-rheum' (담음) accumulated during pregnancy to effectively reduce edema. Furthermore, by addressing 'Spleen Deficiency' (비허) to replenish vital energy, your metabolism will naturally improve.
However, there are practical considerations. Unlike some Western medications that forcefully suppress appetite, TKM focuses on 'tonifying' (replenishing) the weakened body, so the rate of weight loss may feel slower at first. Additionally, the reality of busy childcare can make it difficult to take herbal decoctions consistently. Each prescription is customized based on your current vitality. Rather than simply focusing on the numbers on the scale, we aim to protect your joints and balance your 'Qi and Blood' (기혈) to ensure long-term health and prevent the yo-yo effect.