Hi Susan, I can empathize with you in every way as I too was a load of fat post my pregnancy. The weight seemed to pile on and on and there was nothing I could do about it. I mean, even after restricting myself to a healthy food diet, I was not able to help my weight issues. It was then I researched online and found a cure to this problem. Here are some tips to help you out:-

1. Make sure you eat breakfast. It's the most important meal of your day.
2. Fruits and vegetables will help you to cut down fat. Regularly eat papaya at least five portions a day.
3. Go easy on the fatty foods (sugary delicacies, fast foods, fizzy drinks, etc). I know this is a task but restrict these food items to one day a week (say Sunday's only). Make that day as your hog day.
4. Eat small portions of food at regular two-hour intervals. Avoid eating any unhealthy snacks in between.
5. Follow a fiber-rich meal plan (oats, lentils, beans, etc).

Combine this diet with an exercise routine. The exercise need not necessarily be extensive. You can start by just brisk walking to around 60 minutes a day and then gradually increase your speed to a trot. Also try and stretch your body with some exercises such as pelvic thrust, squats, etc. You can hire a personal trainer for this.

If you follow this regime, I can guarantee you will lose at least 10 pounds within the next month. However, it is all up to you if you can follow this with dedication. Let me know your views on this.