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How did you feel after having kids

Life after kids...Some women think that pregnancy is difficult and that life can't be any harder than that...boy are they in for a surprise. Having kids is one of the most amazing things you will ever experience but it is also one of the hardest.

After your child is born you still have many issues to deal with like the following:

Hormonal changes while your body tries to get back into sync with regular womanhood
You are exhausted from your baby waking at night wanting to eat or cuddle
If you breastfeed the demand is all on you and your nipples and breasts are sore
You now just feel fat because you have extra weight but no baby inside of you as your excuse as to why you just chowed down on two quarter-pounders with cheese
You have a low sex drive becauseyou feel fat, are exhausted and terrified of getting pregnant again right away

Well, the good news is that you are not the only one that feels like that after having kids. Every new mother has some concerns, self esteem issues, etc. We are human...mothers are sometimes Super Human but every woman who has a baby goes through the same thing.

Here are some tips to help you deal with the main after childbirth issues.

Lack of Sleep

When you have a baby you need to be on your A-Game so mommies please sleep when your baby sleeps. I know you think there is laundry to fold, food to cook, dishes to clean etc but just sleep! Your husband would much rather have a rested wife than a clean house. People hate to ask for help when they need it but if you are too exhausted to function ask a friend, relative or babysitter to come over for a few hours so you canget the much needed sleep that you need.

Loosing the Excess Pregnancy Weight

The best way to loose your pregnancy weight is with a healthy diet and exercise routine. Don't push yourself the day you get from the hospital. Understand that your body just went through an amazing yet exhausting nine month experience and needs time to heal. Remember it took you nine months to gain the weight so it may take that long to loose it. Crash diets will not work so eat right and exercise by taking your kids on walks. My favorite program to use for loosing baby weight is P90X. It is a fabulous program that is very motivating and you will see results immediately.

Getting and Feeling Sexy Again for Your Spouse

This is a scary thing for women because they don't feel sexy. Mommies believe it or not your husbands actually think you are sexier now than they did before you gave birth to their kids. They are actually in total awe and jealous of what your body has just done...men think they can do everything but they can not give birth to a human being!

To keep the spark alive or to reignite it you will both have to work at it. Let your partner know your concerns so he can help you feel better about them by complimenting your new curves, etc. Before you know it you will feel sexy again.

My husband said that the second our son was born the mommy switch inside clicked on and has never turned off. I, like most mothers, have a tendency to always make sure that my husband and my son have everything they need before I do. That is a noble thing but you can't neglect yourself or you will gain resentment that is unhealthy. Doing something small to take care of yourself like a manicure, hair cut, eyebrow wax or just reading is book etc is not selfish - it is healthy!!!

Finding Some Alone Time

Every mom needs some alone time for relaxation to get away from baby spit up, dirty diapers, crying and more. Take some time for yourself every day and enjoy a hot bath, two chapters of a good book, your favorite dessert. Make sure to do something that will make you happy and relaxed so you can hit the next day and the next task with full force and a big smile.

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Top concerns while pregnant

Pregnancy is a nine month roller coaster ride. It is completely normal to have fears and worries when you are having your first baby so please don't stress. The purpose of you doctors is to help you throughout the process and honestly he or she would probably be more worried about you if you didn't have any questions or concerns because again, it is completely normal to be a little scared.

The top concerns while pregnant are normally:

What are the chances that I will have a miscarriage? This is by far the number one worry of all women and it happens with every pregnancy, not just during your first. Approximately 15-20% of pregnancies end in miscarriage but once you get through the first trimester (12 weeks) your chance of miscarriage decreases significantly so you can breathe a little bit easier.

If my morning sickness stops does that mean I lost the baby? Some women, myself included, feel absolutely horrible during the first 12 weeks of pregnancy so when the symptoms lsuddenly lessen and you start to feel better the worry of having lost your baby kicks in. In some cases, it can mean you had a missed miscarriage but more times than not it just means you are well on your way to a healthy pregnancy, baby and delivery. Enjoy finally feeling better!

I don't feel my baby move yet? Is something wrong? Women that are pregnant for the first time don't know what a baby moving feels like but this normally happens between the 18-22 week of your pregnancy. Most women describe it as feeling like butterflies or popcorn popping in their belly.

Am I gaining too much weight? Or not enough? Will I be able to loose the weight? Your doctor will tell you that desired amount of weight for a woman to gain during pregnancy is 25-35 pounds. If you are under or over that amount consult your physician to ensure that both you and your baby are healthy.

Remember, being a pregnant woman is one of if not the most amazing thing a woman can do so just sit back and try to relax and enjoy your nine month ride.

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