For many women, motherhood is a beautiful journey.
From the moment you find out you are pregnant, to the moment you hold your baby for the very first time–it’s a wonderful road of ups and downs. For many women, however, after having a baby can be a tough time. While women are thankful, grateful, and feel incredibly blessed to be able to bring life into the world–there are many women who suffer from postpartum depression and low-self esteem after giving birth.
Many women feel bad about themselves and their bodies when they aren’t able to “bounce back” right away. With celebrities posting their seemingly perfect bodies just days after giving birth–it’s no wonder we feel the need to be so hard on ourselves. But, one Instagram page is being raw, honest, and real about women’s postpartum bodies–and it’ll move anyone who’s had a baby.
The account, @takebackpostpartum, is run by mother and blogger January Harshe. Women submit their photos and share their stories along with them–and, some of them are incredibly deep and personal.
Some moms share the stories of their pride in their bodies and how resistant and strong they have been. Others share health concerns about themselves and their babies. And, some open up about the reality of postpartum depression.
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It’s true when they say Moms are the strongest people in the world. Bless you all.