Fitness Guru Reveals her Abs Caused Serious Labour Complications

Fitness guru Chontel Duncan made headlines earlier this year for her full set of abs during her pregnancy, but now the 27-year-old has revealed her six-pack caused serious complications.

"They struggled to rip Jeremiah from my tummy as my abs locked him in super tight as I began vomiting during the operation," she wrote on Instagram. "This is why my scar was cut up on my right side because the surgeon had to cut me further an use forceps to successfully get Jeremiah out. Perhaps a down side to a strong core."

This image, showing a comparison with a friend who was at the exact same stage of pregnancy, caused a stir online, due to the difference in size of the women's bellies.

Had a lovely surprise visit from Nat & baby Charlie. Omg his baby blue eyes are so beautiful. Wish I could have cuddled & kissed him but I'm not 100% well yet (hence my rank face). Two healthy incredible pregnancies & now two healthy baby boys.

A photo posted by Chontel Duncan (@chontelduncan) on May 19, 2016 at 12:01am PDT

The Queensland-based personal trainer and founder of HIIT Australia gave birth to baby Jeremiah in March, via an emergency caesarean. Throughout her pregnancy, Duncan maintained toned muscles and a lean frame - despite delivering a seven-pound baby.

Looking forward to adding on a third picture after completing the last 8 week program for @hiit_australia for 2016. Love seeing what the body can achieve, just blows my mind to think I was carrying a 7 pound 13 ounces baby in there.

A photo posted by Chontel Duncan (@chontelduncan) on Aug 14, 2016 at 7:09am PDT

Baby "Miah" has now become a regular on her Instagram feed, as Duncan shares the highs and lows of her parenting experience with her 572,000 followers.

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