Amidst the funny onesies and mini sandwiches, I couldn’t help but think: This doesn’t feel quite right... Being surrounded by people who love you at your shower is lovely, but being surrounded by those same people postpartum is a necessity.
So, you're eager to lose the "baby weight" and start getting back into those pre-pregnancy jeans? Your body has gone through many changes during pregnancy and will need time to recover. We'll share tips on when to safely start working out and suggest gentle activities to keep mom (and baby) healthy.
Keeping it simple has been a lifesaver for me. Sometimes we overcomplicate things and are too hard on ourselves, especially as first time moms. I don't let myself "sweat the small stuff" or over-analyze each day.