4 Weeks In: 3 Things I’m Proud of During My Postpartum Journey – The Mama Perspective
Most people who know me well enough have always known I wanted another child – a baby brother or sister for Freddy. And I couldn’t have been happier welcoming a healthy baby boy into the world again 4 weeks ago. When I became a mum for the first time almost 4 years ago, I created this mum blog, and since then have connected with other mums and motherhood channels online, and entered a few giveaways where I’ve been lucky to win! A Bluey seat cushion, a Pampers bundle gifted from B&Ms, and the most exciting one – a stroller from Graco!
Adjusting to motherhood whether it be as a first time mum or a second, third, or more, there are always going to be feelings of anxiety. Take me for one – I’ve felt and still do in this newborn period all over again, overwhelmed – by people, feelings, situations etc. it’s hard. But it doesn’t mean it isn’t worth it. Sometimes, as selfish as it sounds, I just want to be in our own family bubble.
I created this blog to share real life experiences of motherhood, the highs and the lows remember? Just like I said in my previous blog post, motherhood isn’t perfect and neither am I. So, here are some honest things I’m proud to have done in my second born’s first four weeks of life amidst the low mood and tiredness in between here and there.
Making it to the supermarket
In week one, I walked to our local Lidl just down the road, what a god send it is that it’s recently been built in time for my maternity leave! It’s always one way I can get out of the house. At first I just went with Jack on his pram then the second time round during week two, I walked there with Jack and Freddy. There weren’t any major meltdowns, just had to chase Freddy up and down the fruit aisle! What’s a boy without his bananas, apples, pears, strawberries and grapes?!
A trip into town
I’ve taken two trips into town with Jack but my favourite was a recent solo trip on the bus. The sun was shining too so that was a bonus. I managed to pick up everything on my shopping list and finally went to the Disney Stitch Cafe inside Primark, Manchester. Highly recommend if you’re a Stitch fan like me and you’re into a mixture of music from the 70s/80s/90s era.
A few people stopped me to ask how old Jack was and some even asked if my baby was a boy or girl because of his long eyelashes!
Prioritising self care when I can
This time around, I’m getting out of bed more, showering more, and leaving the house more often. And while those are definitely wins, I’ll be honest – I don’t feel amazing, and I definitely haven’t bounced back. But I’m okay. I’ve got Danny, cuddles from my boys, and a good cup of tea or coffee to help get me through the harder days.
A baby is only a newborn for 8 weeks. So, that means Jack is half way through this stage already. I’m going to try my best to cherish as much of this time as I can and make the most of continuing to go on lots of walks together.
