Fueling Forward

Just bumping along, 25 weeks pregnant.

Seriously, some days are better than others but it’s really hard when you aren’t able to do the things you used to. But also, I’m 6 months pregnant, so yeah it makes sense that I can’t move at the same speed I once did.

My reality is that watching my body physically grow after an almost 10 YEAR weight loss journey has taken a toll on me mentally. I often feel like it isn’t my own body. Looking back, I might have been taking my physical health for granted.

BUT, being a mom is something I’ve always dreamed of being. I am growing a whole ass human right now and that is awesome. I keep reminding myself of that. It’s hard but I know it will be worth it. So I’m taking my own advice and controlling the things I can control, choosing foods that nourish me (and Kenneth) the majority of the time, treating in moderation without guilt, moving my body with intention and not punishing myself when my body needs rest.

Soon enough I will have little ears listening and watching my every move. I want to set a good example of mental and physical health so my children do not have to endure such an unhealthy relationship with food and sense of self like I did growing up. Consistency in healthy habits is what I will reinforce. So today we ran errands, did yard work, meal prepped a few meals, and then went for a walk. We didn’t climb Mount Everest but we did crush our todo list. A win is a win YALL!

That’s my bump date. Lol

What are you doing today that your future self will thank you for?