15kg off: Stephanie Ndlovu on her post-partum weight-loss transformation

Stephanie Ndlovu has shared her post-partum weight-loss transformation. 

The actress, who welcomed her first child with actor Hungani Ndlovu in late 2022, has been documenting her journey for two years.

She took to her timeline on Thursday to inspire new moms, explaining how she lost 15kg.

Stephanie said like many moms after giving birth, she faced challenges of adjusting to motherhood while navigating the physical changes that come with childbirth. 

“Just keep going. There’s no magic formula, no quick fix ... just determination and much patience #postpartumweightloss #pcosweightloss <15kg down in two years.

“Side note: if you’re not managing your stress levels or sleeping enough, you won’t lose weight.”

Stephanie has been candid about her journey through motherhood.

The actress, who went on a hiatus from taking commercial castings after giving birth, said she did not plan to go for auditions for a while. 

“Getting back to work after a baby is a challenge for anyone, but getting back to being in front of the camera has been the greatest battle for me.

“I still sometimes feel like a stranger in my own body (and mind) but this is a big one for me; not for the obvious reason but because I really didn’t plan to do this audition or any auditions, any time soon, but I did it anyway because I’m constantly fighting against the desire to give up on myself,” she wrote.

Stephanie recalled her first day back at work, encouraging herself not to give up.

“Today was tough, almost had a meltdown at this fitting. What started out as excitement quickly turned into frustration and I almost wanted to give up again. What’s important is that I didn’t.

“Everyone has a different post-partum journey that lasts for however long it lasts. What’s important is that you show up for yourself, because you’re a masterpiece. So, hard as it may be, I will continue to show up because I deserve to. To every new, old, single, struggling mom.”