New mum confidence tips

So I have been thinking bout what motherly advice I can pass on and to be honest there isn't much, I need more than I can give! But one thing I wanted to write about are tips that I have used for feeling like my old self and more confident.

Tip One - Buy new trousers
As soon as I had my baby I wished to be rid of my maternity clothing, I still wear them but it is nice to have some clothes that are not maternity. So as none of my pre-pregnancy trousers fit I tried to think of alternatives to my maternity jeans and leggings that I could add to my wardrobe. Whilst shopping at my local supermarket I found some jeggings and bought a pair to try (in the next size up) and after going back and buying more in other colours they are all I have been wearing. It is so nice having something else to wear other than maternity jeans and leggings. They are stretchy and have elasticated waist so they are comfy and make me feel more normal.

Tip Two - Pre-pregnancy clothes
I also dug out any of my pre-pregnancy clothes that I wore early on so the floaty tops, tunics and oversized tops. Wearing clothes that you haven't in months is a real boost in confidence.

Tip Three - Pamper yourself
Take time for yourself, go and get your hair or nails done, its nice to have some pamper time and if your like me I didn't spend a lot of my time on myself in late pregnancy and having someone else to wash your hair is luxury. Or if you don't want to go out ask your partner to be in charge of baby and take a long bath and relax. It is surprising what a nice soak can do for your mood and outlook on life.

Tip Four - Treat yourself
In the first few weeks of motherhood I didn't wear any make up but when I decided I wanted to it was nice to have some new make up to wear. You don't have to spend a lot buying  new everything, just a new foundation, mascara or lipstick can make a difference when you have time to do your face.

Tip Five - Look after your body
Try to eat healthy, obviously when you are recovering from labour and have a newborn there is nothing better than a cup of tea and biscuits or chocolate but after a few weeks start to think more consciously about what you are eating. Keep the biscuits and chocolate for a treat. Also remember to drink lots of water, it is something easily forgotten. This will have a great impact on how you feel and will also help clear your skin for those days where you don't get a chance to put make up on!!

Do you have any other tips for getting back to normal and feeling yourself?

Em x