We’ve hit double digits, y’all! Hailey is 10 months old now, which among other things, means I need to start thinking about her first birthday party! Say whaaaaaa??
I’ll get to it, but today I’m focused on another post baby body update: the 10 month version.
I started preparing for this post like any other post baby body update, assembling the camera and tripod in our bedroom to take my body shots. (PS- can I tell you that I’ve had more than a few odd looks when people see our room and discover a tripod set up beside the bed because I’m too lazy to put it up? It’s not what you think, people!)
Snap, snap, snap. Koda looked at me with a disgust, as only a vizsla can, while I ran back and forth snapping self-timed photos.
She seemed to say ‘You’re doing this again?’ Why?’ I don’t blame her; I’m not sure why I’m doing another update either. I don’t look any different. My measurements are almost identical to last month, minus my weight reading 112.5 instead of 112, but on a scale that only measures weight by the half pound, it hardly counts.
I think I’ve reached my body’s happy place. I define this as the place where my body comfortably settles into when I eat well and move, but still leave room for treats (hello Tostitos and Jack’s fresh Salsa!).
I’m still up for challenging myself (and I will in Tina’s new round of bootcamp– registration open until Friday if you want to join in!). However, I don’t really feel the need to track my physical post baby progress in such minute detail.
Now, when I look in the mirror, I see this:
So, if only for a day, I challenge you to look in the mirror and say I’m good enough, smart enough, and gosh darn it, people like me!
Kidding.
…but do take a minute and give yourself credit for one thing that your magnificent body allows you to do today. Yes, your body, the way it is at this very moment. A little self love and appreciation is important and at the risk of sounding like a cheese ball, you’re worth it.
So what do you appreciate about your awesome body?
PS- You have until tonight at 9pm to GO BANANAS for Yonanas 
chelsey @ clean eating chelsey says
Love it! Rock it mama!
Molly @ Duchess of Fork says
Go girl! You look great and your attitude is even more beautiful.
Kelsey says
SO great!! You look amazing and should be very proud! What a great example you’re setting for your daughter:)
Lindsay @ The Lean Green Bean says
LOVE!
Erika says
Every morning I am thankful for my strong legs that allow me to get up out of bed and carry me through the day.
My son is now 11 months and even though my belly isn’t exactly where I’d like to be I know it went through a lot to bring him here and that in time it will come back.
jessie says
look at you!!! you look greatt girl 🙂
Amanda @ Sistas of Strength says
What a great inspirational post. I love it. 🙂 I love that I am strong and can pick up my rather large child with ease (most of the time). hahaha
Kelly says
You go Girl!
Maria @ a life to Bragg about says
It is so refreshing to see this kind of attitude! I’ve been so over tracking every minute detail of my body and now love just going by how I feel. Feels so much better this way! And you seriously look awesome!
Sam says
Brittany, I have been reading your post-baby body posts for a little while now, but never commented before. I had to say something about this one though, because I am so impressed with it, and with you. With this post, you have really put the whole “get your body back after baby” discussion into incredible perspective. You look completely amazing, and have an attitude to match. Hailey is lucky to have such a great mom, and such a wonderful role model for living a healthy (and fun!) lifestyle.
Erin @ The Grass Skirt says
You look fantastic! I cannot believe that Hailey is already 10 months old. The time flew by so quickly!
Right now, I appreciate that my body is carrying a little baby. 🙂
Lindsay@Fuel My Family says
I am impresses my body can tote around 1 preschooler, an 11 month old, diaper bag, groceries,etc. I am like a pack mule!
Maria says
Congrats on finding that special happy body place 🙂 Especially after carrying a baby for 9 months! You are glowing – the ultimate sign of healthy!
Katie @ Legally Fit says
You look great, girl! I am happy that I’ve been able to nurse Audrey for the past (almost) ten months 🙂
Paulina says
Girl Power! (lol) but seriously, I’m so thankful that my body made a baby and fed the baby for 9 months and counting. I have so much more body confidence since having a baby than I ever did before. It’s crazy because, my tummy is now soft and covered in stretch marks, my boobs are huge, but saggy, and my eyes usually have dark circles from lack of sleep. But, I don’t care! I think I look great. I must have the opposite of body dysmorphic disorder.
Danica @ It's Progression says
I love your perspective–we all need to gain a little thankfulness and positivity! It’s hard to do that sometimes, since media is constantly focusing on what we can make better….I went for a nice run this morning and along the way I thanked God for legs that can take me where I want to go and for an overall healthy body. It feels so good to appreciate what we have!
nicole @ making good choices says
love this post! you do look amazing and i love how you are loving on your body…it deserves to be loved!
Jen says
You look awesome, Brittany! Definitely inspiring for all of us mamas 🙂
Kelli H (Made in Sonoma) says
This is a sweet post!
Emily S says
love the last photo!! 🙂
Lauren B. says
I love this! We all need this reminder! I have 39 days to go until I meet my baby boy, and I have to say that I have never loved my body more! My big, full, round tummy is the most beautiful I’ve ever seen it. I thank God that He’s given me that perspective during pregnancy, and pray it continues when I’m tryin to shed the baby weight. Thank you for this post- you are amazing!
Paige @ Running Around Normal says
You look fabulous, fit, and strong, Brittany! 🙂 And LOL @ the Pat reference 😀 te he he
Kelly @ Runmarun says
What a great post, Brittany! I love your thoughts about yourself- beautiful indeed! And, you look beautiful! Hilarious about being too lazy to take down the tripod- reminds me of The Office- and also makes me laugh ’cause I am the same way. If I know I’m going to use something again soon, why put it away? 🙂
Lisa says
Wahoo! Way to go Brittany! You are a gorgeous and strong mama. Look what that body is capable of! Love this. I’m so happy that you are in a great space and loving all your body can do. That is a wonderful thing!
Stefanie says
Rock it hot stuff! 😉 you are beautiful!
Colby says
This post literally made me cry a little when I was reading your comments on your photo… I just had my bambino two months ago and have caught myself on more than one occasion catching myself loathing my self image. I have to remind myself that I carried my little miracle and love my body for it more often. Thanks for always being honest and sharing your journey!
Marie says
this post came on a day when I needed it … thank-you.
Heather @ girlyeverafter says
You look AMAZING! Congrats on your post baby body!
Hallie@ChasingHallie says
I LOVE that photo! So true and so inspiring for us mamas who sometimes feel less than beautiful.
And you look awesome!!
Marci says
You have an awesome attitude mama.
Victoria says
Love this! You are so beautiful, both inside and out!! Plus I bet Bailey loves those airplanes 🙂
Shanna, like Banana says
Huh, I was just thinking about how I could appreciate my post-baby body more. I’m still working on loving it 😉
Heather says
great post love your healthy attitude and you look great!
Tina @ Best Body Fitness says
And teh body’s happy place is all we should hope to achieve. You are looking GOOD and should be very happy with where you are at. Which I know you are. Love your little picture with what you love about your body. All so true and what MATTERS! 🙂
KaraHadley says
About a week or so ago I did my first ever handstand. And yesterday, I did more than a dozen. Not only is that a cool trick, but it also means that I’m learning to trust my body, mainly my arms’ ability to stay straight under my body weight and not drop me on my head. And all of this while I’m sporting a couple of layers of stitches in my arm. Yeah, my body’s pretty dang awesome.
And I absolutely LOVE your body appreciation picture. It’s all so perfect and true.
Jules @ Jog on Jules says
Great post and great pics. You look amazing and Hailey is adorable xx
Emily (The Culinary Couple) says
I LOVE this! Amazing what our bodies can do, right? You are a beautiful momma.
Liz @ iheartvegetables says
Oh my gosh, Brittany you look AMAZING!!!
Laury@TheFitnessDish says
You look fabulous!
Hahaha.. I had to laugh about the tripod in my bedroom. I have the SAME thing happen to me! I never put mine away!!!!
Love the little chart you rote out. Very inspiring and nice to see such self-love!
Christy says
Thank you for posting these!! I’m 33 days from my due date with my third child, I’m excited to see your progress and the one year photos soon! You are such a healthy image for your daughter to copy!
Did you workout during your pregnancy?