Refined grains go through a milling process that removes the bran and the germ, which eliminates most nutrients. Examples of whole grains include: 1  Whole wheat and whole wheat berries, whole wheat bulgur, whole wheat couscous, and spelt. 2  Brown rice. 3  Corn, whole cornmeal, polenta, and popcorn. 4  Oat groats, steel-cut oats, rolled oats. 5  Whole rye.
Thereâs no hard rule as to when your period will return post-baby â it can vary from woman to woman, and pregnancy to pregnancy. Here are some general guidelines. Women who bottle-feed can see their menstrual cycle return within six weeks of birth â and most will have menses back by ten to twelve weeks.
Quick Answer. According to Baby Center, the uterus returns to its pre-pregnancy size and shape about four weeks after a woman gives birth. Even after the uterus resumes its normal size, the woman's abdomen may protrude slightly because the abdominal muscles have stretched during pregnancy.