You Can Do It, Mama!
I talked to a couple of new moms yesterday and we talked about the very REAL fear that you will never look like you again, postpartum. I can be logical and positive and tell you how unfounded those fears are, but that doesn't change the fact that I had them and I know so many new moms do too.
The pic on the left is of me at 4.5 weeks postpartum, cleared to workout. I still had to lose about 35 lbs of the 49 I gained. I didn't recognize myself and I sure couldn't move like I used to. I compared myself to a lot of other moms who bounced back awesomely and wished I was one of them. I was plagued by doubt, insecurities, and fear.
I may not have the most amazing weight loss story ever, but I do have a real one. I worked hard, consistently, with balance, with my health as a priority, and I did not give up.
​Do I look just like I did pre-Calista? No, but those marks and extra skin are proof that my body can do amazing things and that makes me one blessed woman. I would love to help you on your postpartum journey, even if it's just to cheer you on when you have a bad day. Send me an email if you need a postpartum journey friend or simply tag a friend.  nataliedonnereskew@gmail.com.