The Journey of Self-Discovery After Baby Arrives Motherhood. Such a profound transformation, right? We see that adorable face, those curious eyes, and our world shifts, grounding itself around this new bundle of joy. While embarking on this extraordinary journey, we tend to lose a part of ourselves. Amidst the nighttime feedings, the baby lullabies, and …
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By Chelsea Skaggs, Postpartum Coach Motherhood introduces a multitude of transformations, both emotionally and physically. One of the significant shifts you’ll experience post-birth involves hormonal changes that may feel overwhelming. To help you navigate this natural, yet complex journey, there are a few things to understand and tools to help you navigate these changes. And …
Let’s tackle a topic close to the heart (and stomach!) of every busy new mom: meal planning. We all want to feed our families and ourselves healthily, but who has the time? For many of us moms, there are seasons when we are eating leftover applesauce pouches and nugget bites and there are seasons when …
By Chelsea Skaggs: Postpartum Coach Becoming a mother is a journey that is brimming with joy, love, and let’s face it, sleepless nights. One of the most significant challenges new moms face is managing sleep deprivation. According to the National Sleep Foundation, new parents can lose up to 44 days of sleep in the first …
AUGUST 8, 2023 BY CHELSEA SKAGGS: COACHPostpartum Fitness You brought a baby into the world, mama, and there is hardly anything that can compare to that when it comes to powerful! Most women have a variety of emotions when it comes to postpartum bodies and fitness. We know there are many benefits to an active …
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Becoming a new mom is a whirlwind of emotions. Amidst the joy and the wonder, there’s a significant amount of pressure and sometimes, overwhelming feelings. And the fun thing is, all of those feelings can happen in a matter of minutes (and maybe seconds.) Today, we’re talking about mental health check-ins and how to navigate …
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The postpartum period is filled with changes. You:-Are nurturing a new life.-Are adjusting to a new body. -Experiencing sleepless nights.-Are managing emotional highs and lows.-Are learning the ropes of motherhood. Navigating these challenges is no small feat and often, amidst this whirlwind, self-compassion is usually forgotten. I remember as a new mom, I felt pressure …
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After my first baby, I didn’t know where to look for resources. I didn’t know where I could turn for a look at honest motherhood and postpartum. I didn’t know it was okay to not be okay. I thought I had to fight like hell to have it all “put together” and I was so tired and worn from it. Now I know there are resources out there and you deserve to know about them too.
Nobody told you what your body was going to look like or how you might feel about your body after giving birth. While it is ok to want to lose the baby weight eventually; resting, healing and bonding with baby should be top priorities.
