As soon as a mother gives birth, people around her start giving unsolicited advice on how to lose the pregnancy weight. I have heard people recommending wearing warm clothes even in hot weather so that the body “doesn’t puff up,” eating only bland food, and giving a bit of formula to the baby instead of exclusively breastfeeding. These traditional tips completely ignore the reality of postpartum healing and hormonal shifts.
Social media influencers further worsen the narrative by sharing insta-perfect pictures of how they lost their pregnancy weight in just 3 months, all while real moms are barely getting time to brush their teeth.
I am not saying they did not work hard, but being online is their bread and butter and in all probability they have someone looking after the baby. A lot of mums don’t have the means to get help, and some simply like being hands-on with their child. Instead of putting pressure on them to look the way they were before, the focus should be on giving them a well-balanced diet with enough protein, adequate hydration, and starting gentle recovery exercises to heal their weak core and joints.
What do you think are the other things a new mom can include in her routine while being busy taking care of a new baby?
Mothers can concurrently attend to their own needs and those of their newborn; nevertheless, the primary focus must be on the infant, as early parenting is crucial for shaping the child’s development.
New moms have to be a self confident enough and have to be with her child as possible as ..but along with that she have to look after herself ..about her own need and about mental health…this transition phase may come with postpartum mental disturbance and at that time self confidence & self courage is the one which can help her to be strong for her self & for her child.
Nice observation, and let us not forget the aftermath of all these reel life comparison on mental health of new mothers who are constantly given unsolicited advice by those who see 2-5 reels and not the real hardwork behind childbirth and nurturing a baby. Afterall it does take a village to raise a child.