Never Say Never!

BUT I WANT MY BODY BACK NOW!

In all seriousness, this is how I felt after I had my son.. "Why is it taking so long??"
Can you relate?

I wanted to write a post on advice I would give to postpartum women on their journey to getting their body back....

First things first..

 GIVE YOURSELF A PAT ON THE BACK!

You created a miracle!  A baby grew in your womb for 9 months.  For 9 months your body was stretching and growing to accommodate this miracle.. embrace this!  Enjoy your little bundle and don't even think about what you look like in the mirror.. you're a mom.. one of the greatest titles there is! :)

The views in the world today have you thinking you need to be in a size 2 within 2 months of birth.  Umm... NO!  Your body is still adapting to changes even after you have the baby.  Take it slow!  Start out with nutrition, eating right.. and enjoy your bundle of joy!  There does not need to be the stress of fitting into your pre pregnancy jeans 2 months after birth.

I myself took about a whole year to truly get back to my pre pregnancy size.  It was not an over night process and it took hard work, but gradually over time, and while working out at home and during nap time.... I got it done!

You don't need fancy equipment and you don't need hours in the gym.  A good 30 minute workout and a support group cheering you on will get the job done!   I am proof!  I feel the difference from my 1st child to my 2nd is that I have learned that the body takes time to mold back.. but don't give up on it.  If you're willing to put in the work, put yourself in a positive environment, and celebrate the small successes.. the small successes add up to the BIG ONE!  You can get that pre pregnancy body back!  You will get it back!! One day at a time!

My Journey in a nutshell.
39 weeks preggo, Day I had my son vs 8 days pp, 3.5 months pp, 8 months pp

14 months Postpartum with second child