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You had a child and fully dedicated yourself to taking care of this new life and your family. Your child has become your first priority, and you had to prioritize their routine over your sleep, career, and sometimes even taking care of yourself. It felt necessary, it was a hard yet happy time, and you wouldn’t change a thing about it. However, now it feels like the right time to start making some changes.
Maybe it’s going back to work or your pre-baby routine, but what if “I can’t perform at the same level as before?”, “What if my child gets sick, and I have to miss a workday?”, “I want to go to the gym twice a week, but I also need to be with my child”. It all feels so overwhelming!
We often put ourselves in the backseat to ensure that our family and children thrive, to make sure they have everything they need. But what do they need the most? They need their parent, who is happy, healthy, and energetic, to take care of them and be there for them when they need it most. Taking care of ourselves does not mean putting our child’s needs behind; it means making sure we can be there for them as long as we possibly can and be the kind of parent we always wanted to be. It doesn’t mean that there will be no sacrifices, but it’s about finding the right balance that allows us to care for ourselves and our family with the same amount of love.
I invite you to take a deep breath, close your eyes, and think about what would make you happy, fulfilled, energetic, and healthy. What would you like to bring into your life that would allow you to renew your energy, make your eyes sparkle, and bring a smile to your face? What kind of parent and partner do you want to be?
