Navigating the ups and downs of motherhood

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I burst into tears in the shower.

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I was sobbing uncontrollably as I slid my back down the radiator in the hallway, head in the palms of my hands.

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I cried snotty ugly cries as I tried to breastfeed my daughter and she wouldn't latch.

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If I close my eyes right now, I remember these moments vividly. However, I look back on them with amazement. How did I seriously get through all of that? It seemed never ending.

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Can you relate at all?

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It turns out that I was suffering from ​baby blues​ which affects many women postpartum as our hormones go crazy and try to rebalance. I had no idea. Mine lasted a few weeks.

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In that moment, I had this instinct to want to steady my ship. I recognised how 'self-care' or simply put, taking care of myself had naturally fallen to the bottom of my list. Yet, to be an incredible mum I needed to ensure I was good too.

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That's when Feel Good Esprit was born.

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A ​fortnightly newsletter ​that focuses on different parts of self-care that capture mind, body and spirit. Think of it as a conversation with a friend over a cup of tea as we exchange new ideas and practical bitesize tips to navigate the ups and downs of motherhood.

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I'm still figuring this out and would love for you to join me if you are too.

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Tanya xo