Let’s be real—somewhere between “Where’s my sock, Mama?” or “I want dinosaur nuggets, not smileys!”, you probably lost a little piece of you. That you who put on lipstick just because you could, that you who read books that actually contained plots (not lift-the-flap), and that you who had a plan that did not centre on naps.
But here is the thing, though. Whether you're in the thick
of diaper duty or browsing the best baby products in India, this guide is your
reminder: you matter, too. Reaching the full sense of yourself is not only
possible, but necessary to insure your own well-being.
Here’s how to find her back:
1. Begin
with YOU not your to-do
Ask yourself What do I need today before the lunchboxes
and laundry. Perhaps it is five minutes of silence. Perhaps it is non-reheated
coffee. Start small. It is not like the world will come to an end when you go
out of breath.
2. Put
yourself on the calendar
You schedule playdates, doctor visits, even pencil
sharpening for your toddler—but what about your dance class? That DIY craft
you once loved? Start scheduling you-time like it's the hottest playdate
in town.
Pro tip: sneak in some self-love while shopping at your
favourite premium baby store—maybe a little something for you and the
baby. Win-win!
3. Say
‘No’ with a smile
The authorization to say no to what does not serve you. No
to another WhatsApp group. No to bake sales if your oven’s off-duty. Protect
your time like your kid guards their last cookie.
4. Follow
your joy crumbs
Enjoyed painting at college? Miss singing in the shower
with no one watching? The little sparks? Follow them. They bring you to the
section of you that is still giggling, is still glowing.
5. Join
your tribe
Find those moms who will laugh at you saying you have
hidden in the bathroom just to scroll Instagram. In real life or on the
internet, a mom-squad that has your back will tell you that you are not alone
in this attempt to adult on 4 hours of sleep.
6. Cheer
on the mini wins
Went out on a solo walk? Wore mascara? You open the
laptop, not only to make grocery lists? Yay, you! It is these little wins when
you are returning to yourself.
Motherhood can make you, but it does not need to take you
away. Even as you shop for newborn baby essentials or prepare yet another
bedtime snack, you’re still bold, beautiful, and uniquely you So go ahead,
reclaim your sparkle. The world (and your kids) will be grateful to see that.
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