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Chrissy Horton
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What does your belly look like immediately after giving birth??? Does it deflate like a balloon? How long will it take to go back down?? Why do you still look pregnant after giving birth??
#postpartumbody #postpartumrecovery #pregnantbelly #givingbirthbelike #postpartumbodylove #postpartumbodypositivity #postpartumfitnessjourney
#postpartumbody #postpartumrecovery #pregnantbelly #givingbirthbelike #postpartumbodylove #postpartumbodypositivity #postpartumfitnessjourney
I want you to ask yourself, “Would I be questioning and doubting myself if I didn’t see this on social media?”
In a world where anyone and everyone can have a voice it can be difficult to hear our own through all of it.
If you find that baby sleep tips or baby feeding tips are stressing you out rather than helping you…dont do them ❤️
Every baby is different and you have a natural maternal instinct of knowing what your baby needs from you 🤗
#newmomadvice #babysleeptips #breastfeedingjourney #babysleepadvice #newborncaretips #postpartumjourney #postpartummentalhealth #momtobe2023
In a world where anyone and everyone can have a voice it can be difficult to hear our own through all of it.
If you find that baby sleep tips or baby feeding tips are stressing you out rather than helping you…dont do them ❤️
Every baby is different and you have a natural maternal instinct of knowing what your baby needs from you 🤗
#newmomadvice #babysleeptips #breastfeedingjourney #babysleepadvice #newborncaretips #postpartumjourney #postpartummentalhealth #momtobe2023
Unfortunately that 6 week postpartum check up doesn’t cover much. There is a lot more in the body that needs to heal and be assesed after being pregnant for almost 10 month and giving birth.
It blows my mind that the only form of standard postpartum care we have in America is that ONE 6 week check up. What REALLY boils my blood is a lot of doctors stopped doing these appoints during 2020 and continue to this day to make this appointment OVER A PHONE CALL!!
I have been so fortunate to have an incredible OBGYN who goes over and beyond but unfortunately that is not the case for everyone.
Women have been so neglected in health care it’s disgusting. Don’t even get me started about all the doctors refusing to see mothers when they had their children in tow in 2020 and how that practice still continues.
What are your thoughts on all of this? Did you know about getting your pelvic floor and abdomen checked before working out again?
#postpartumrecovery #postpartumbody #postpartumlife #postpartumjourney #postpartumweightloss #newmomlife #newmomtips #momtobe2023 #pregnancylife
It blows my mind that the only form of standard postpartum care we have in America is that ONE 6 week check up. What REALLY boils my blood is a lot of doctors stopped doing these appoints during 2020 and continue to this day to make this appointment OVER A PHONE CALL!!
I have been so fortunate to have an incredible OBGYN who goes over and beyond but unfortunately that is not the case for everyone.
Women have been so neglected in health care it’s disgusting. Don’t even get me started about all the doctors refusing to see mothers when they had their children in tow in 2020 and how that practice still continues.
What are your thoughts on all of this? Did you know about getting your pelvic floor and abdomen checked before working out again?
#postpartumrecovery #postpartumbody #postpartumlife #postpartumjourney #postpartumweightloss #newmomlife #newmomtips #momtobe2023 #pregnancylife
Replying to @natpattt1 is the Snoo worth it?? My personal review on it as a mom of 5
Given this is my 5th baby I couldn't justify buying one so I rented! Before the Snoo my baby would wake up the SECOND he was put down. Since the Snoo, he sleeps for 2 to 3 hour stretches. (For those concerned if he is sleeping too long, he has great awake times, eats very well, is gaining weight and his doctor said everything was fine!)
Not only is it beautiful, but it has a built in mesh swaddle that allows air flow and room for baby to wiggle a bit (so basically it isn't too tight), a gentle rocking motion and a built in white noise machine. It detects when baby starts to cry and will adjust the rocking and sound to try to soothe them. Personally, this function isn't of use to me since I pick my babies up the second they cry 🙈 but I know it's of use to many other families! My
Conclusion: I was insanely skeptical at first but after giving it a try I found it is 💯 worth it, especially if you are renting! To each their own though.
By no means do you need any of these expensive items to have a healthy, happy, thriving, baby! This is is just an extra item that has been very helpful to us!
#babygearreviews #snooreview #babysleeptips #babysleephacks #postpartumrecovery #newmomlife #babyregistrymusthaves
Given this is my 5th baby I couldn't justify buying one so I rented! Before the Snoo my baby would wake up the SECOND he was put down. Since the Snoo, he sleeps for 2 to 3 hour stretches. (For those concerned if he is sleeping too long, he has great awake times, eats very well, is gaining weight and his doctor said everything was fine!)
Not only is it beautiful, but it has a built in mesh swaddle that allows air flow and room for baby to wiggle a bit (so basically it isn't too tight), a gentle rocking motion and a built in white noise machine. It detects when baby starts to cry and will adjust the rocking and sound to try to soothe them. Personally, this function isn't of use to me since I pick my babies up the second they cry 🙈 but I know it's of use to many other families! My
Conclusion: I was insanely skeptical at first but after giving it a try I found it is 💯 worth it, especially if you are renting! To each their own though.
By no means do you need any of these expensive items to have a healthy, happy, thriving, baby! This is is just an extra item that has been very helpful to us!
#babygearreviews #snooreview #babysleeptips #babysleephacks #postpartumrecovery #newmomlife #babyregistrymusthaves
You don’t have “just” one baby. Your whole life has changed and it’s a huge transition!
Don’t compare your motherhood journey with someone else’s. Their kids may be older, or they may have help. We are all in different phases of life. Give yourself some grace and know that you are doing what works for you and your family ❤️
#postpartumcare #postpartumrecovery #momtobe2023 #newmomtips #newbornadvice #honestmomtalk
Don’t compare your motherhood journey with someone else’s. Their kids may be older, or they may have help. We are all in different phases of life. Give yourself some grace and know that you are doing what works for you and your family ❤️
#postpartumcare #postpartumrecovery #momtobe2023 #newmomtips #newbornadvice #honestmomtalk
Wait for it….😏
I see so many GRWM (Get Read my With Me) videos of mamas who are taking the time to put themselves together with hair, make up, and a great outfit. And while I am all for a mama taking the time do something for herself..this one ain't me 😝 It's just not realistic for me at the stage of motherhood I am in.
I am lucky if I am able to get out of my pajamas for the day, let alone do a whole skin care and make up routine. 🤪
One day I would like to get there though. I know I am more productive when I take the time to face the day, but at this point it would be another thing to put pressure on myself to do.
I believe that self care comes in many forms. For some, it may come in the form of getting up early and doing their make up, and for others it may come in the form of allowing themselves to get that extra hour of rest.
There is no one way of doing things when it comes to being a mom. I want you to ask yourself this,
"If I didn't have a glimpse into other people's life the way social media allows us to, would I be happy with the way I am living my life? Do I really need to change my routine and way of doing things? Or do I just feel pressured to do so because of what I see on social media?"
What are some ways you show yourself some self care?
#newmomtips #postpartumcare #postpartumrecovery #momtobe2023 #sahmomsbelike #sahmgrwm #realisticgrwm
I see so many GRWM (Get Read my With Me) videos of mamas who are taking the time to put themselves together with hair, make up, and a great outfit. And while I am all for a mama taking the time do something for herself..this one ain't me 😝 It's just not realistic for me at the stage of motherhood I am in.
I am lucky if I am able to get out of my pajamas for the day, let alone do a whole skin care and make up routine. 🤪
One day I would like to get there though. I know I am more productive when I take the time to face the day, but at this point it would be another thing to put pressure on myself to do.
I believe that self care comes in many forms. For some, it may come in the form of getting up early and doing their make up, and for others it may come in the form of allowing themselves to get that extra hour of rest.
There is no one way of doing things when it comes to being a mom. I want you to ask yourself this,
"If I didn't have a glimpse into other people's life the way social media allows us to, would I be happy with the way I am living my life? Do I really need to change my routine and way of doing things? Or do I just feel pressured to do so because of what I see on social media?"
What are some ways you show yourself some self care?
#newmomtips #postpartumcare #postpartumrecovery #momtobe2023 #sahmomsbelike #sahmgrwm #realisticgrwm
What you can expect at baby’s first doctor’s appointment.
Okay I may have exaggerated about giving birth less than 24 hours ago 🙈 BUT the pediatrician usually wants to see baby 2 days after discharge. I get discharged from the hospital at 24 hrs so it’s usually around 72 hours post birth that I have to get up, put a fresh diaper on both myself and the baby, get dressed, pack up the baby and get them to the doctor’s office 🤪
I understand why this appointment is important but man do I wish it was a house call. I remember being so soar and exhausted going to my first baby’s doctor appointment.
Of course my husband could take them but my babies are a part of me for almost 10 months, ain’t no way I am able to be away from them when they are just 3 days old ❤️❤️
How was baby’s first doctor’s visit for you??
#pregnancyadvice #newborntips #newbornadvice #newmomtips #newdadlife #newdadtips #momtobe2023 #dadtobe2023 #newparentadvice #newborncaretips #babysfirstdayhome #momof5
Okay I may have exaggerated about giving birth less than 24 hours ago 🙈 BUT the pediatrician usually wants to see baby 2 days after discharge. I get discharged from the hospital at 24 hrs so it’s usually around 72 hours post birth that I have to get up, put a fresh diaper on both myself and the baby, get dressed, pack up the baby and get them to the doctor’s office 🤪
I understand why this appointment is important but man do I wish it was a house call. I remember being so soar and exhausted going to my first baby’s doctor appointment.
Of course my husband could take them but my babies are a part of me for almost 10 months, ain’t no way I am able to be away from them when they are just 3 days old ❤️❤️
How was baby’s first doctor’s visit for you??
#pregnancyadvice #newborntips #newbornadvice #newmomtips #newdadlife #newdadtips #momtobe2023 #dadtobe2023 #newparentadvice #newborncaretips #babysfirstdayhome #momof5
Getting 5 little kids (two of which are babies) and two grown adults out the door to church every Sunday is anything BUT peaceful 🤪
Just goes to show that by adding a little music, anything can look serene 😂
In reality I love sharing videos like these because despite the chaos (did you catch the bickering and crying parts 😉) this is such a beautiful time we are in as parents.
Yes we are tired but right now there is no problem we can't fix for them and no heartache we can't mend. This phase in life is so temporary. They really do grow up so fast. We may take up a whole pew right now but before we know it our children will be grown and that pew is going to be less full. ❤️
#realisticmomroutine #sahmdayinmylife #postpartumjouney #postpartumreceovery #postpartumroutine #gettingreadyforchurch #sundaysbest #catholictiktok #bigfamilyvlog #honestmomtalk
Just goes to show that by adding a little music, anything can look serene 😂
In reality I love sharing videos like these because despite the chaos (did you catch the bickering and crying parts 😉) this is such a beautiful time we are in as parents.
Yes we are tired but right now there is no problem we can't fix for them and no heartache we can't mend. This phase in life is so temporary. They really do grow up so fast. We may take up a whole pew right now but before we know it our children will be grown and that pew is going to be less full. ❤️
#realisticmomroutine #sahmdayinmylife #postpartumjouney #postpartumreceovery #postpartumroutine #gettingreadyforchurch #sundaysbest #catholictiktok #bigfamilyvlog #honestmomtalk
The real truth about breastfeeding and some tips that can help you along your journey (From a mom of 5)
I don’t care how natural breastfeeding is, it is HARD!! I have breastfed all my babies but STRUGGLED every single time. I think the reason why it is so hard in our modern society is because mothers aren’t given enough support or education on the matter.
I don’t know when things started to change, but we have really lost our way in helping mothers through postpartum. We have lost our ability to guide the next generation of mothers.
What has your feeding journey looked like and how did it affect you postpartum?
#breastfeedingjourney #honestmomconfessions #realmomtalk #breastfeedingawarenes #breastfeedingtipsandtricks #momtobe2023 #pregnancyjourney #newmomlife #postpartumlife #newmomtips #parentstobe #truthaboutbreastfeeding
I don’t care how natural breastfeeding is, it is HARD!! I have breastfed all my babies but STRUGGLED every single time. I think the reason why it is so hard in our modern society is because mothers aren’t given enough support or education on the matter.
I don’t know when things started to change, but we have really lost our way in helping mothers through postpartum. We have lost our ability to guide the next generation of mothers.
What has your feeding journey looked like and how did it affect you postpartum?
#breastfeedingjourney #honestmomconfessions #realmomtalk #breastfeedingawarenes #breastfeedingtipsandtricks #momtobe2023 #pregnancyjourney #newmomlife #postpartumlife #newmomtips #parentstobe #truthaboutbreastfeeding
How to get your child’s birth certificate…
So I never knew that the parents are completely responsible for getting their baby’s birth certificate. I thought the hospital would send you home with one or mail it.
It’s interesting because your child’s social security card will be mailed to you without you having to do or request anything though.
I figured it would be the same for a birth certificate but no! With my first, I went down to the courthouse (which was 30 minutes away 😖) with my newborn baby by myself since my husband was at work. It was miserable! Once I had my second I realized I would not only have to bring my newborn but a toddler as well to the courthouse. Hard pass.
So I looked up if you could do it online and sure enough you can! BUT the online application has to be notarized.
I looked up local notaries, printed out the application, had the notary person come to my house, paid them, then mailed off my application.
Oh and you have to pay for the birth certificate too 🤪
Did you know all of this when you had your first?
#newmomtips #momtobe2023 #pregnancytips #hospitalbirth #givingbirthtoday #
So I never knew that the parents are completely responsible for getting their baby’s birth certificate. I thought the hospital would send you home with one or mail it.
It’s interesting because your child’s social security card will be mailed to you without you having to do or request anything though.
I figured it would be the same for a birth certificate but no! With my first, I went down to the courthouse (which was 30 minutes away 😖) with my newborn baby by myself since my husband was at work. It was miserable! Once I had my second I realized I would not only have to bring my newborn but a toddler as well to the courthouse. Hard pass.
So I looked up if you could do it online and sure enough you can! BUT the online application has to be notarized.
I looked up local notaries, printed out the application, had the notary person come to my house, paid them, then mailed off my application.
Oh and you have to pay for the birth certificate too 🤪
Did you know all of this when you had your first?
#newmomtips #momtobe2023 #pregnancytips #hospitalbirth #givingbirthtoday #
