Woke Up in the Wrong Body

I woke up and looked in the mirror, who is that?

It’s not unheard of to feel uncomfortable in your new body postpartum. However, it is not talked about enough.

I don’t feel good in my body right now. It doesn’t matter who or how many people say “you look so good.” It goes in one ear and out the other. I thought that if I did some makeup and put on a cute outfit it would make me feel better… then I took a picture and immediately hated how I looked.

I have been doing all the “right” things; working out, eating right…. It comes down to just having a baby, mam. My body is doing exactly what it is supposed to be doing at this time, haha.

Growing up I was always built athletic. Playing soccer nonstop and being young generally, I had 0 body fat. I learned as you get older that your body changes. Throughout the beginning years of adulthood, I learned to love that new body and my new ways. Bradley came along and I reset to create my new body. I finally got in a great place mentally and physically and boom, pregnant with Olivia. Fast forward to now and I am not bouncing back like I did with brother.

So, with all of that, I am fighting myself daily but getting better. Understanding that if my body needs to rest during nap time instead of working out that is more than okay. Breastfeeding and raising kids wears your body out. Focusing on eating better to feel better rather than look better has helped a lot. Sometimes just going for a walk can improve my mood and the kids love the fresh air.

I have been using the Expecting & Empowered app for my postpartum routines. It has helped bring my confidence back and my body feels great after their workouts and stretches. I suggest that if you are pregnant or postpartum and looking for a workout, use my code ERINSZOCH for a discount on your membership. They have tailored programs for every stage that are easy to follow anytime and anywhere.