I Will Survive!

I saw this book when I was at Bumps to Babes in Ap Lei Chau one day. Of course, the title attracted me because it is similar to that of my blog. I browsed through the pages and found it more interesting. It talks about how to deal with post-pregnancy issues especially when a woman's wardrobe and relationship takes the plunge after filling the house with Lego and other baby things. I should go back and buy this book (our apartment has more Mega Bloks and toys than furniture now)

Many women feel unattractive after giving birth. Perhaps it's the eyebags from waking up after 2 hours. Or the sagging breasts after breastfeeding. Not to mention the stretch marks, additional weight, wider hips. The list could go on. But, like the author mentioned in the article I posted a few days ago... it's all in the head.

I find that I have the same dilemma. It's difficult finding clothes that fit right now. I was used to wearing absolutely anything or even close to nothing (bandanna tops, backless, deep V necks, mini skirts, etc.) and still look good. Now, I have to be strategic about choosing clothes to hide some body parts. Unfortunately, that's in the flesh and not in the head!

After giving birth, I find that I wear more leggings, flats and pieces that are more comfortable than stylish. Umm... what happened to the person who would wear stilettos that would kill her feet but wouldn't mind as long it's fashionable? Her wardrobe has been replaced with t-shirts, basic tops and frumpy clothes. Maybe it's because she changes diapers, have constant stains of baby food on her clothes and pushes the pram (I tried pushing the pram in my stilettos one day and not only didn't it feel right, but boy was I tired after).

It's a good thing I started working again. I felt that I am slowly going back to my former self (minus the craziness). I find that being in the office allows me to concentrate on myself for the moment. Not that I have been neglecting my daughter but I find that when I was not working, it was easy for baby to take over my life. Shopping for baby, classes for baby, food for baby, etc. What about me?

Working also helps me put myself in check. Especially now that I am handling 2 lifestyle magazines and meeting with PR manager, even CEOs of top brands from the luxury brands market. I definitely cannot wear my oversized shirt over leggings when I meet up with them. I have to make an effort to look smart and stylish again. Thank God!

Plus having 2-3 meetings a day involves a lot of walking. Writing proposals can take a lot of time and sometimes I miss lunch. And the stress of putting an event together means losing those extra pounds. Hurray! No need to book a personal trainer!

The extra income from working also makes a big difference. New clothes, new bags and shoes and hopefully soon a new hairdo! All of that comes with my new job. So who says that working moms don't have it all? I think so!

Saying that though, I would look forward to the weekend with excitement knowing that I have 2 full days to play and cuddle with my daughter. Saturdays and Sundays are good for mother-daughter bonding sessions: swimming and shopping! While mommy buys more corporate clothes, baby gets new toys from Toys R Us! Fair enough.

Now you know why we have too many toys in our flat! *Wink* Mommy's been out shopping. Shh... it's our secret!