Thanks to Chicago Baby Magazine for featuring me in the Fall 2012 edition. Any time I can chat about sassy tips for getting your groove back after pregnancy, I’m in.
- Hire a Wardrobe Stylist/Personal Shopper –Your body has changed but that should not discourage you from dressing like the pre-baby you. She’s in there somewhere! The better you feel in your clothes, the better wife and mom you will be for your family. Hire a stylist who offers closet consultations and will escort you shopping or shop on your behalf. Nothing feels more glamorous than showing up at your favorite shop’s dressing room filled with items hand selected just for you! It’s not as expensive as you think. Many stylists offer maternity and post baby styling packages and will work within your budget. Chicago resource: Julie Watson Styling http://juliewatsonstyle.com/
- Get Movin’ – I know what you’re thinking, hitting the gym is at the bottom of your list. Not interested in the gym? Go for a walk with baby or find a workout group like Stroller Strides and Active Moms Club. My only workout source for almost four years was exercising at home with DVD’s like Turbo Fire, Turbo Jam and Physique 57. Find an at home program that is intense enough to increase your heart rate and incorporates weight training. Chicago Resource: http://activemomsclub.com/
- Hire a Sitter – There is no better gift than giving yourself a break from baby, especially if you are a stay at home mom. Nothing creates burnout quicker than 24 hour mommy duty. Hire a sitter to workout, shop, sleep, run errands, girl time, spa, etc. Don’t forget to budget for babysitter hours, even if you plan to leave your fulltime job. Find the resources (friends, family, sitter service, etc) even if it’s only for an hour. Chicago Resource: K. Grace Childcare http://www.kgracechildcare.net/
- Make Me Over – Chances are you are frequently missing showers and finding time to apply makeup has become a luxury. Every woman should have their very own makeup artist, it’s easier than you think and FREE. Go immediately to your favorite department store (located conveniently near your home), proceed to your favorite cosmetic counter and schedule an appointment with a beauty stylist. If you love the results, then use their services for any occasion you want to feel sassy (girls night out, date night, gala events, etc). Most department store stylists will come to you for a small fee. Having your makeup applied professionally not only elevates your inner glam, you’ll have confidence knowing someone made sure you did not walk out the door with baby goo on your face. Chicago Resource: Laura Robenhorst – Beauty Stylist for Sue Devitt at Barney’s
