Happy Valentine’s Day and welcome to the new “me,” or my new site!!

If you have been following my blog at Fit ‘n’ Well Mommy, you probably saw my post last month about change. Finally, after much thought, time and work, my new site is ready and I couldn’t be more thrilled!

Since having children, I have grown and changed in so many ways including my blog. I see the world through their eyes and they have taught me to appreciate the little things in life and to not sweat the small stuff (even though it can be hard to always remember that!).

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I’ve also learned to love and accept myself in order to be my best self for my family. I want to be the best mom that I can be, but also not lose sight of who I am. I’ve learned to forget about the comparisons, the ridiculous number on the scale and be proud of my body, the one that gave birth to two beautiful children and the one that gets me through a grueling CrossFit wod.

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Many women (and moms) who I have worked with have lost their sense of self after having kids. Longing to lose the baby weight, they took care of everyone else first, thus giving up and letting themselves go. Most significantly, they stopped loving themselves.

Since Valentine’s Day is the holiday to express love for those you care about, don’t forget about you! Being a mommy doesn’t have to mean sacrifice. Look at yourself in the mirror and learn to love and accept yourself. Rock those skinny jeans and boots with confidence, be the strong, fit, healthy woman and mom that you are!

Questions:

When do you take time for yourself?

Any fun plans for Valentine’s Day?