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How to feel confident in your new body as a first time mum?

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mummysboy20 · 30/05/2021 20:27

Hi, I was hoping for some advice and to see if anyone else has experienced this before. So my little boy is 16 months old now but im feeling very down about the way I look and feel with my body and overall appearance, ive not managed to lose my 'baby weight' and may have even over indulged a few times, I feel like i dont look good in any of my clothes anymore and am constantly trying to cover my 'mum tum' when i sit down. And to add to it, ive had a lockdown hair disaster which i cant afford to fix (my own fault for messing with it haha) i know its not the end of the world and its all temporary but its really getting me down and i dont want to get to the point where it stops me from wanting to go out and enjoy life with my little one. One last thing, I am obviously very grateful that ive been able to have a child and for that reason i love my body and the things it has done for me in being able to bring a healthy child into my world, it honestly is the best experience ever but i just need a refresh and a boost to lift my confidence but im struggling financially so cant really do much in terms of buying a new wardrobe or anything. Thankyou in advance for your help and advice and for those going through the same experiences i know it will get better for us all Smile

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Snackz · 30/05/2021 21:01

@mummysboy20 My baby is 4 months and I've put on more weight since giving birth than I did throughout my full pregnancy Blush

I really love the t shirt tucked into jeans look. My mum tum is obvious but I've started to embrace it! Be proud that you have given birth and are raising a child! Smile

Where do you shop usually? I love a good charity shop and at the minute, I'm really loving dresses that can either be completed with a belt if I'm having a confident day or left loose if I'm having a bad day.

As for your hair, maybe Google easy updos? Smile

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