Hello mums & future mums… a few days back I was surfing many sites looking for reasons for a bulging tummy after delivery & I came across this term :- diastasis recti..
This is a condition when ur abdominal muscles separate down the middle due to weakening of the connective tissues. This condition is common post-delivery n is 1 of the main reason for mummy tummy . Although for most women their gaps close automatically few weeks post partum, a few of us r not so lucky. Normal ab workouts should strictly be avoided as they cause more damage to the tissues resulting into further separation of the ab muscles. . You can test for a diastasis recti urself or you can consult ur gynaecologist. .
Diastasis recti can be prevented during pregnancy n can be cured by surgery or by following correct fitness regime. .
I was really shocked to discover that I have diastasis recti coz I had never heard about such a condition. .
My sons r 17 months apart n I already had a bump b4 I really became pregnant with my 2nd boy.. he’s almost 2 month MashAllah nd I still look preggo 
Below are a few links for reference… plz all of u do take a few minutes to go through these links for further information coz I am new to this myself .. I’ll keep posting more links.
Diastasis Recti Test + Exercises | What Works and What To Avoid | MuTu System
Diastasis Recti (Abdominal Muscle Separation) Q&A | Mama Lion Strong
I haven’t seen the dr yet but I plan to do so .. as soon as I get some time free