I’ve come to the conclusion that we need a new term in every language: “Never Had a Baby Body.” This single word serves as a noun, pronoun, and adjective, and it must always be spoken as a unified concept. You know what I’m referring to—those bodies that resemble a teenage boy more than a mom. Sound familiar?
The idea struck me when one of my husband’s colleagues, a stylish woman named Emily, arrived at our house to take a trip with him. She looked polished in her tailored outfit and flaunted her Never Had a Baby Body (noun), while I was at home with our youngest, who was only a few months old. I was still nursing, holding onto the weight from pregnancy, hadn’t showered, and was wearing a maternity top simply because it was the only thing clean.
Can you picture it? Emily and my husband left for the day, and I decided it was time to wash my hair before his return that evening.
Recently, I stumbled upon a photo from my honeymoon and thought, “Who’s that attractive woman in a bikini with my husband?” Upon closer inspection, I realized it was just my Never Had a Baby Body (noun) back then. While I looked fantastic, I didn’t have to put any effort into maintaining it, which makes me respect my former self a little less.
Now, when I see mothers sporting incredible figures, I admire their dedication and the hard work they put into reclaiming their bodies. Without a personal chef, a strict trainer, and a hefty dose of willpower, I know I’ll never return to my Never Had a Baby Body (adjective) days.
And you know what? I’m perfectly fine with that. I have four beautiful children who fill my heart, and a wonderful husband who loves me just as I am. I’d choose my current self over a Never Had a Baby Body (noun) any day.
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In summary, embracing motherhood means accepting the changes that come with it. While the concept of a “Never Had a Baby Body” can evoke nostalgia, the journey of raising children is far more rewarding than any fleeting body image.