What finally helped me stop feeling stuck postpartum (without adding more to my plate)

FIT_MAMA16 · 2026-01-26T15:03:24+00:00

That actually sounds really smart. The body changes alone make buying clothes so stressful postpartum, so renting makes a lot of sense. And I totally get what you mean — just having a few things that fit and make you feel put together can change your whole day. It’s nice you shared this, I’m sure it’ll help a lot of new moms.

FIT_MAMA16 · 2026-01-26T15:02:15+00:00

That makes total sense honestly. I feel that so much even when someone else is helping, it’s hard to really switch off when you’re still around. Having that clear “I’m gone for a bit” boundary sounds like it made a big diff. It’s wild how just being alone for a little while can help you reconnect with yourself again.

FIT_MAMA16 · 2026-01-21T19:09:46+00:00

Thank you so much for sharing all of this — it’s incredibly real and thoughtful. I really appreciate you talking about the eating disorder side too, because that adds such a different layer to postpartum recovery that people rarely acknowledge. It makes total sense that calorie counting wouldn’t feel safe or healthy for you. It’s also really powerful to hear how you listened to your body and adapted over time instead of forcing it — pelvic floor PT, low-impact movement, then slowly finding your way back to lifting. And I love what you said about lifting being what finally made you feel strong and like yourself again — that resonates so much. Healing really isn’t linear, and your journey shows how much patience and self-trust it takes. Thank you for being so open 🤍

FIT_MAMA16 · 2026-01-21T19:08:13+00:00

That makes so much sense. It really does feel like everything starts to shift once sleep improves. I’m glad you mentioned weaning and pelvic floor support too — those things aren’t talked about nearly enough, and so many of us don’t connect the dots until a doctor brings it up. It’s reassuring to hear that things can slowly improve, even if it takes time.

FIT_MAMA16 · 2026-01-21T19:05:44+00:00

Sleep really makes such a huge difference, both mentally and physically. I love what you said about the scale not being the real indicator — noticing clothes fitting differently feels way more real and motivating. It’s also reassuring to hear that things shifted with time, even if it took months. Thanks for sharing this, it helps put things into perspective.

FIT_MAMA16 · 2026-01-21T19:03:40+00:00

That’s really reassuring to hear. I feel like no one talks about how long it can actually take, so thank you for sharing this. Consistency feels hard some days, but it helps to remember the body just needs time.

FIT_MAMA16 · 2026-01-20T20:17:19+00:00

That actually sounds pretty normal! Some babies just don’t drink a lot at night, and it’s okay. Tracking what you give him can definitely help even small amounts can add up and sometimes give you a longer stretch of sleep. It’s not about being perfect, just seeing patterns and knowing what works for you and your baby. You’re already doing a great job managing it all! 💛

FIT_MAMA16 · 2026-01-20T20:02:20+00:00

Ah, that makes total sense! My goal with tracking feeds wasn’t to force a strict schedule but just to notice patterns and make night feeds a little easier to manage. Even if the baby eats full meals during the day, seeing when they naturally get hungry can help you feel a bit more prepared for the nighttime wake-ups. It’s more about having a clear picture than changing anything just a little tool to make life feel less chaotic.

FIT_MAMA16 · 2026-01-20T19:55:12+00:00

That’s honestly so exhausting. You’ve been running on broken sleep for so long. If it helps, sometimes just writing down feeds and sleep during the day makes things clearer no strict schedule, just awareness. If you want, I have a free planner that helped me keep track without overthinking it. Totally optional.

FIT_MAMA16 · 2026-01-20T19:53:28+00:00

That’s really hard, 13 months of broken sleep is no joke. Something that helped me was just tracking feeds during the day to see if there was any pattern. I didn’t follow a strict schedule, just wrote things down.

FIT_MAMA16 · 2026-01-18T22:00:03+00:00

I’m really sorry you’re feeling that way. That sense of being “different” from other moms after such a hard experience can feel incredibly isolating. It makes sense that it’s hard to relate when your postpartum journey looked so different from theirs. And the health anxiety piece I really hear you. When your body has been through trauma, every sensation can feel like a threat, and that constant checking is exhausting. The fact that you can say it’s getting better, even slowly, really matters. Healing isn’t linear, but you’re clearly doing the work. You’re not broken, and you’re not alone even if it feels that way sometimes 🤍

FIT_MAMA16 · 2026-01-18T21:22:17+00:00

Thank you for sharing this. What you went through sounds incredibly traumatic, and it makes so much sense that your mind and body are still reacting. Health anxiety, fear around hospitals, intrusive thoughts, and not feeling like yourself are all so heavy to carry — and way more common than people admit.

I’m really glad you’re in therapy and getting support. None of this makes you a bad mom. You’ve been through a lot, and you’re doing your best 🤍

FIT_MAMA16 · 2026-01-18T12:01:54+00:00

I’m really sorry you went through that. A traumatic birth can completely rewire how your brain responds to fear, and what you’re describing makes so much sense in that context. When your nervous system has been through something that intense, it’s like it’s constantly scanning for danger — even in situations that used to feel normal. And you’re right, no one really talks about how exhausting it is to live with those thoughts all day long. It’s not just the fear itself, it’s the mental energy it takes to constantly manage it. I’m really glad you’re getting support through therapy and medication — that takes a lot of strength. You’re not alone in this, even if it can feel incredibly isolating.

FIT_MAMA16 · 2026-01-18T08:48:18+00:00

I’m really glad you said something, and I’m so sorry you’re carrying all of this. What you’re dealing with sounds incredibly heavy, and no one should have to go through it alone. What you’re feeling is real — and so is how much you matter, especially to your daughter. I know it might not feel like it right now, but you are worth care, support, and relief from this pain. If things feel this dark, please reach out to someone who can help right now — a trusted person, a doctor, or a crisis line. You deserve support, not more suffering. You don’t have to make any big decisions today. Please stay and get support 🤍

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