Becoming a mom changed almost everything about my life, but one thing I never wanted it to take away was my personal style.
Motherhood is a beautiful part of who I am. Honestly, it’s one of the biggest and best parts. But it isn’t the only part. I always remind myself, “This is my first time living too!”
I think a lot of women become moms and slowly stop doing the little things that used to make them feel like themselves. Not because they don’t care, but because there is always someone else to dress, feed, pack for, or drive somewhere. Before you know it, you’ve picked out five outfits for five kids, and you’re standing there in the same leggings you wore yesterday.
And don’t get me wrong, I love a t-shirt and sweatpants day. I have plenty of them, but I also know that getting dressed in something I love can completely change how I feel.
It doesn’t have to be for date night. It doesn’t have to be for an event. Sometimes I’ll put on a cute outfit on a random Tuesday just because I want to. Maybe I’m only going to school pickup or running errands, but I feel more confident, more put together, and honestly more like me.
My style has changed over the years because I’ve changed. I may not reach for the super-short dresses I wore in my twenties, but that doesn’t mean I stopped having fun with clothes. I’ve just learned what makes me feel good in this season of life!
Style isn’t about impressing anyone. It’s a way to express yourself and take care of yourself, even in the middle of the chaos that is motherhood.
Wear the dress. Try the trend. Put on the outfit you’ve been saving for “somewhere special.”
Sometimes the special occasion is simply deciding that you deserve to feel good today!
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