This is week 2 of me being able to get back to the gym and work out. I feel really great!! I must say, my body isn't exactly back to normal... I think the hardest thing is that my clothes just fit so different. It seems that all my shirts are too short, and pants just a little snug in the waist (definite muffin top going on :)) For some reason, I was under the impression that nursing would just melt off the pounds and I would be back to normal in no time, although I really do realize it takes most people awhile to lose their baby belly....and I have eased up on myself---it's only been 8 weeks!
In fact, most of the time, I feel like I appreciate my body so much more than I ever have---for all that it went through to bring this baby into the world---it's just amazing! And how it can produce all the nutrients to sustain his life now and grow him bigger and bigger--it truly is a miracle and something that should be celebrated, not embarrased or self-conscious about. (I'll be honest, I've had a few pity parties for myself though, mostly when I try my 'old' clothes on in my closet or try to find something to wear that doesn't fit right...or when I weigh myself) So, if I just keep wearing the new things I have bought that fit better and limit myself from stepping on the scale and keep eating healthy and working out, I know that I will bounce back soon!
Sarah - I've been following your blog every once and a while and first, I have to say Will is such a sweetie! I love all of his dark hair. I can't believe how much he has :)
ReplyDeleteAlso, just wanted to tell you at 4 months post-partum myself I was also beating myself up about my self-body image. But it does get better! I, too, thought nursing would melt the pounds away and I think it does ... for me, it just too more like 12-14 weeks (when i was hoping for more like 6-8). You have the right attitude about it all and those are the same things I try to remind myself too. What a miracle our little babies are and all that our bodies do to bring them into this world and nurture them once they're here!
Congrats again,
Heather
thanks Heather!! I appreciate the kind words and the support! It's always nice to know how other people feel and how they get through it :) Also, Tory is absolutely gorgeous--I love seeing the pictures of her too---what a lovely family you have! Take care and stay warm up in MN!
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