Today was an emotional day. Even when you’re mentally prepared, a big letdown still has a way of triggering sadness.
So I kinda “quit” today. I barely responded to texts, meals were pretty mediocre, Nora was late for school, and I for sure took a 2+ hour nap while Livy slept.
Ironically, a few posts prior to this I shared the idea about how “you can quit today, but can’t quit tomorrow” ...so keeping that in mind as I go to bed early tonight and prepare for tomorrow’s comeback✌️
“Our culture values a mother’s skill at parenting over her well-being as an individual.” -Molly Millwood, PhD
💔that’s heartbreaking, yet pretty accurate. Think of conversations you have with relatives or friends outside your tight knit circle- “How are the kids?” is WAY more likely a question than, “How are you?”
There are a lot of ways YOU can focus on your well-being: therapy (I’m an advocate✌️), guilt-free time alone to fill back up, one-on-one time with your husband, and... you guessed it given the video: exercise.
The virtual fitness library I use is like a Netflix for workouts - full fitness programs ranging from 3 weeks to 3 months long. I honestly lack the wisdom & direction to write my own workouts, so following a pro workout from home is the most beneficial for this Mama. Ask me how you can get access, too.
Whatever your formula to nurture your own well-being is... I’m rooting for you, Mama. Take care of yourself so you can take care of those Littles.
I read someone else’s post recently that got me excited to do a little math🤓
Get this: Not even including the birth itself, I spent OVER 18 hours with my midwives receiving prenatal care while pregnant with Olivia💕 EIGHTEEN!
They knew me.
I knew them.
They knew my husband.
They knew what I needed.
...and they even made a very funny prediction at 35 weeks about my birth that I completely blew off. Spoiler: they were right🤷🏻♀️
Birthing tiny humans is one the most empowering experiences, but it also can feel unfamiliar since it’s something most of us don’t do very often. Knowing I’m SUPPORTED, have been thoroughly cared for, and that I have options brings extreme peace of mind as we gear up for another Labor & Delivery.
Our 30 week appointment was today!
I’m genuinely looking forward to another birth with @mothertomothermidwifery this November.
Birth excites me, and I’ll talk about it with anyone. I’ve had a number of positive role models spread across family & friends go before me, and I don’t think it needs to be a fearful event. 🤗Pocket that for later when you want to chat.
Photo credit: Tiny tripod on the outdoor garbage can with self timer. I’m so fancy💁🏻♀️
