Let’s take a moment to talk about your incredible body.

This is the body that does all the heavy lifting, cooks meals for your family, comforts sick children, gets things done, and makes life happen. The body that shows up for you every single day, no matter what.

And yet, it’s the same body you speak so harshly about:

“I hate how my tummy looks in this.”
“I could never wear something like that again.”
“Why even bother trying? My body is just so hideous.”

Sound familiar? 😔

It’s easy to fall into the trap of negative self-talk, but what if, just for today, you tried to show your body the kindness it deserves? What if, instead of focusing on what you wish it could be, you honoured it for everything it already is?

Your body is beautiful—not because it’s perfect, but because it’s yours. It’s time to start treating it that way.

I know our bodies go through incredible changes during and after childbirth—stretching, softening, and reshaping in ways we never imagined. We might notice squishier parts we didn’t know could feel squishy, extra skin that doesn’t quite bounce back, or tummy muscles that seem disconnected from the rest of us. Our pelvic floor takes a hit, our posture shifts as we hunch over to breastfeed or carry our little ones, and over time, we develop aches—like that persistent twinge from always carrying them on one side.

But hating your body, punishing it, or wishing it looked different won’t lead to healing or confidence. Instead, it’s about recognising all your body has done for you, finding ways to nurture it, and rebuilding that connection one small step at a time.

Here are six things to start with if you are struggling with body image:

#1 – Own it. Every amazing bit, every funky bit, every flabby bit. They’re all yours, unique and unapologetically part of you.

#2 – Forget “getting your pre-baby body back.” That’s old news. This journey is about embracing and nurturing the strong, incredible body you have right now.

#3 – Remember, you are in control. You’re in the driver’s seat of your health and fitness journey. You get to set the pace, make the calls, and decide how and when to prioritize your well-being.

#4 – Be kind to yourself. Start small, celebrate the wins—even the tiny ones—and keep building from there.

#5 – Start with your core. Strengthening your pelvic floor muscles and deep abdominals is the foundation for every successful movement practice.

#6 – Most importantly, know in your soul that you are absolutely worth it. Real, lasting change begins with believing in your own worthiness.

Yes, our bodies have changed. Yes, we bear Mumma ‘battle wounds,’ and sometimes things feel different or even disconnected. But that doesn’t mean you can’t feel amazing in your body again.

It doesn’t mean you’ll never jump on a trampoline with your kids.
It doesn’t mean you’ll always have that nagging lower back pain.
And it definitely doesn’t mean you can’t feel fabulous again.

Love your body for all the incredible things it does for you every day. Be kind to it, celebrate the small wins, and honor the journey it’s been on.

You only get one body in this lifetime—treat it with the kindness and care it truly deserves.