Mama, I’ve Been There
I know what it’s like to feel lost in the chaos of motherhood, struggling with postpartum weight, and barely recognizing yourself.
Before I had my baby, I was a gym enthusiast. I loved working out and had even gone through a previous weight loss journey, feeling strong and proud of myself. Fitness was a big part of my life, and I felt in control of my body.
But after having my baby, everything changed.
Hitting My Lowest Point
I found myself staring at a number on the scale I had never seen before—275 pounds. I was exhausted. I was depressed. And I hated my body.
It was hard to even look in the mirror, let alone find the motivation to change. The person I used to be—the gym-goer, the confident woman—felt like a distant memory.
I kept telling myself I needed to do something, but I felt too weak, too tired, and too defeated. It was like the person I used to be, had disappeared, buried beneath the weight of motherhood, stress, and self-doubt.
I wanted to feel good again. I wanted to feel strong, but the thought of working out? It felt like an impossible dream.
The Moment Everything Changed
Then one day, something inside me snapped.
I looked in the mirror and said, “Enough.”
❌ Enough of feeling like I wasn’t worth the effort.
❌ Enough of hiding in oversized clothes and avoiding pictures with my baby.
❌ Enough of the guilt, the shame, the self-doubt
I knew I had to do this for myself—because I deserved to feel like me again.
Taking the First Steps
It wasn’t easy, but I took it day by day.
✔ I started small—taking short walks, doing quick workouts while my baby napped.
✔ I focused on progress, not perfection.
✔ I reminded myself why I was doing this.
Slowly, I felt a shift. It wasn’t just about the physical change—it was about reclaiming who I was.
The weight didn’t come off overnight, but the emotional weight? That’s what I started shedding first.
For the Mama Who Feels Stuck
If you’re feeling lost, overwhelmed, or like you don’t know where to start, know this:
💛 I get it.
💛 You are not alone.
💛 You don’t have to be perfect.
Just start where you are and keep showing up for yourself. You’re stronger than you think, and one day, you’ll look back and realize that deciding to say “enough” was the bravest thing you could have done.
Need a Jumpstart? Check Out My Postpartum Fitness Guide!
If you’re ready to start but don’t know how, I’ve got you! I created the Glow Mama Go Postpartum Fitness Guide—a simple, mom-friendly approach to getting stronger, feeling better, and moving in a way that works for YOU.
- Easy workouts for busy moms
- No fancy gym equipment needed
- Step-by-step plan to ease back into fitness safely
Here’s to Our Glow-Up, Mama!
This journey isn’t about getting “back” to who you were—it’s about becoming the strongest version of yourself.
We’ve got this. ✨
