5 Ways to Feel Better About Yourself Postpartum
Strong emotional, physical, and hormonal changes are entirely normal after the birth of a baby. It can sometimes take months, if not years, to feel like yourself again, and often not without help. If you haven’t been practicing self-love and want to feel better about yourself and give yourself a much-needed boost, consider doing some of the following:
Cosmetic Treatments
Even though many months, or even years, may have passed since you brought your children into this world, you may have struggled to lose what you call ‘baby fat.’ After reading a guide to CoolSculpting®, you might see this non-invasive and non-surgical cosmetic treatment as worthwhile for your needs.
While CoolSculpting isn’t a weight-loss treatment, it can freeze fat cells and even remove them from specific areas. Such a treatment may help you feel better about yourself while also being fast, easy, and affordable.
However, talk to your chosen consultant to make sure it’s right for you. Most consultants request that you wait at least six months after giving birth and a further six months after breastfeeding before considering treatments like CoolSculpting or I-Lipo.
Exercise
When your body has just undergone significant changes, and you now have a baby to care for, you might feel like staying at home and hiding from the world. For both mental and physical health benefits, make time for exercise.
Sometimes, pushing a stroller around the block or your local park can be all it takes to clear your head and make you feel better. Being active may also help you regain some of your strength and fitness after giving birth. However, make sure you check with your doctor to make sure that exercise is right for you.
Talk to People
Many women struggle with their feelings after giving birth. They may find their new role as a parent challenging, or they might find it tough to manage feelings of isolation.
Whatever your experience, talk to people. Sometimes, the simple act of getting your feelings off your chest is enough to make you feel better and gain a new perspective. Find a family member or friend you trust, or even consider talking to a trained professional. Help is always available when you need it.
Pamper Yourself
Whether it’s a hot bath with lavender and an hour to yourself, or a massage from a therapist, make time to pamper yourself. Being a parent is hard work, and taking frequent breaks from motherhood can be necessary for your mental health.
One of the best ways to feel good about your skin and pamper yourself after giving birth is through adopting a body skincare routine. By creating a skincare routine, you can establish a consistent regimen that will help to keep your skin nourished and healthy. This can include using gentle body washes, exfoliating scrubs, and hydrating lotions or creams. You might consider using body smoothing products from Evertone to transform your skin by reducing the visibility of stretch marks, enhancing skin texture, and promoting overall skin health.
You may even like to line up a few different activities for yourself, such as having a manicure, getting your hair cut and styled, or treating yourself to a beauty treatment.
Meditate & Pray
Meditation and prayer is something you can do in the comfort of your own home without having to arrange a babysitter. Due to its ability to help you feel calmer, avoid postpartum depression, and possibly even reduce your stress levels, it can be worth trying it when you have a few minutes to yourself.
Many people find that meditation and prayer help them gain a new perspective, increase their self-awareness, and reduce negative emotions. You might see the value in it for yourself.
Finding your new normal can take some time when you welcome a new baby into the world. If you’re struggling to feel better about yourself inside and out, think about what might make you feel better. Meditation, exercise, pampering yourself, and even cosmetic treatments may all be suitable options for you.