5 Ways to Feel Like Yourself Again After Having a Baby
Having a baby is huge. You love them with every bit of you, but it can also feel like you’ve disappeared in the process. One minute you’re you, the next you’re just someone’s mum, running on biscuits and caffeine with zero idea what day it is. Sound familiar?
The good news is, that lost feeling doesn’t have to stick around. You’re still in there. You just need a few small ways to reconnect with yourself again.
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Get some fresh air
Sometimes, just stepping outside is enough. When you’ve been stuck in the house, living in the same two rooms for days, it starts to wear on you. So get your shoes on and head out. You don’t need to walk miles or do anything fancy. A quick loop around the block or a peaceful ten minutes on a bench while the baby naps in the pram can shift your whole mindset. It gives your brain a bit of breathing room.
Move your body in a way that works for you
No one’s saying hit the gym or run a marathon. But a little bit of movement can do wonders, especially when you’ve been stuck under a baby for hours. You could stretch, walk around the garden, or find something more structured if that suits you better. HOTWORX is a great option if you want to try workouts at your own pace in an infrared sauna, and the fact it’s virtual makes it so much easier to squeeze into your day. Sometimes just 15 minutes is all you need to feel a bit more in control.
Do one small thing that’s just for you
It doesn’t have to be big. You’re not carving out hours of “me time” here. Think smaller. Ten quiet minutes with a cup of tea. Watching a silly show while the baby naps. Listening to music you actually like. It doesn’t matter what the thing is, as long as it feels like it belongs to you. When your whole day is baby-focused, those tiny moments help remind you you’re still a person, too.
Put on something that makes you feel good
You don’t need a full face of makeup or a new outfit. But there’s real power in wearing something that feels like you. Maybe it’s a cosy jumper that always makes you feel more put-together. Or some mascara because you feel a little more awake with it on. Or just clean clothes that don’t have milk on them yet. It sounds simple, but it helps shift your energy. You’re not just in mum mode — you’re you, getting back into the swing of things.
Talk to someone who understands
You’re not the only one who’s felt a bit lost in all this. Find someone to talk to. Maybe it’s a friend who’s been through it, a mum from your antenatal class, or even someone online who just gets it. A quick chat can make such a difference. You’re not looking for advice or solutions — just that “same here” feeling that reminds you you’re not alone.
