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7 weeks postpartum 🤍

Officially cleared by my OB to exercise, but I’m still taking it slow and easing back into movement!

Right now, movement looks like easy walks with my favorite weighted vest 👶🏻

I’m still having some light bleeding, and my OB told me it can continue for several weeks postpartum, so I’m taking that as my reminder that “cleared” doesn’t mean “go 100%.”

A few things I’m reminding myself:
✨ Start slow
✨ Pay attention to how your body feels during AND after
✨ Rest is still productive
✨ More isn’t always better
✨ If bleeding noticeably increases, pain starts, or something feels off, slow down and check in with your provider

Fresh air, gentle movement, baby snuggles… and carrying an increasingly heavier human dumbbell every week 😂.

There are so many things I want to do, goals I want to work on, and parts of myself I’m excited to get back to… but I also know this baby phase is so short. 🥹

My postpartum glow up: rebuilding my strength, confidence, and sense of self one step at a time. 🤍. 🤍

Thanks @hooverrsusannn for my baby wrap 🥰

#7WeeksPostpartum #PostpartumJourney #Babywearing #MomWalk PostpartumFitness by @thekatglowup

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23 days ago

5 weeks postpartum 🤍 Right now, I’m learning to look at wellness differently.

It’s not about rushing to get my old body back. It’s about nourishing the body that carried and delivered my baby, rebuilding my strength, and choosing things that help me feel energized and cared for.

I’m always down for healthy eats and new finds, so I loved getting to check out @vitalitybowlsvacaville with my foodie sister 😋🍓🥭 @yourmatchasfkaibigan @apple_ube

Vitality Bowls is a superfood café known for açaí bowls, smoothies, fresh juices and other nourishing options. Their food is made fresh to order, and their bowls and smoothies are made without fillers like ice or frozen yogurt. 🌿

One thing I’m reminding myself during this season: wellness isn’t about perfection, and it’s not about removing your favorite foods either. It’s about flexibility, balance, and finding what makes sense for YOU. You can nourish your body, make supportive choices, and still enjoy the foods you love. ✨

The space was bright, clean, and spacious, with so much natural light coming through. There’s plenty of parking too, plus other places nearby to browse and shop, which makes it easy to turn your visit into a little outing. 🛍️

Jasmine was so helpful throughout our visit and took the time to answer all of our questions, which we really appreciated. 🤍

And yes, I highly recommend! Everything was fresh and soooo good. 😋

Thank you @vitalitybowlsvacaville for the invite and for having us! 🤍

#PostpartumJourney #NourishYourBody #PostpartumWellness #VitalityBowls #MomWellness taken in Vitality Bowls by @thekatglowup

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a month ago

I experienced suob by @mariahaswell @kapwawellness as part of my postpartum healing. 🤍🇵🇭

Suob is a traditional Filipino steam ritual centered around warmth, rest, cleansing, and renewal…and it isn’t only for postpartum. It can also be used as a personal wellness or spiritual ritual during different seasons of life.

I’ve been seeing Maria since my dad passed away in 2022 and have joined her sound healings, spiritual circles, and workshops through different seasons of my life.

She also gave me a reading that brought so much clarity around what I’ve been carrying, what I’m ready to release, and where I am now.

I left feeling lighter, grounded, and more connected to myself. ✨

Thank you Maria!!!

Check out her IG and website for her class schedule, spiritual offerings, and more! taken in Kapwa Wellness by @thekatglowup

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a month ago

Postpartum night shift fuel ☕️😂

Hubby found this Vietnamese coffee at Whole Foods and it’s saving me 😆

Can’t believe baby is almost 1 month already 🥹 Since he’s still so little, we’re still watching his weight, waking him up for feeds as recommended, and I’m keeping up with pumping too.

So basically… feed, burp, pump, repeat…and pray the coffee is strong enough. 😭🤍

Newborn life is exhausting, sweet, and going by way too fast!

#healthymama #mondaymotivation #postpartum #newbornjourney #wellnesscoach by @thekatglowup

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2 months ago

Life lately… pumping on the go 🍼🤍

I try to pump about every 3 hours because engorgement is NOT fun, and staying consistent helps support my supply.

Very grateful for my @eufybaby portable pumps when I’m out. Thanks @kickitwiththekarlins for telling me about it!

My current on-the-go kit: TJ cooler bag, ice packs, pump wipes, @momcozy milk bags, and the @eufybaby charger and bag.

4 weeks postpartum and Bennett went from 4 lbs. 10 oz to 6 lbs. 🥹 All the pumping + sleep deprivation feels worth it.

Doing this for the 2nd time and still learning as I go. 🤍 There are so many new, cooler, and more efficient ways to do things this time around.

Mamas, anything you’ve learned or discovered that made things easier for you? I’m always open to tips 🫶🏻 by @thekatglowup

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2 months ago

Over 2 weeks postpartum 🤍

Feeling more like myself again, little by little. Every day is different…some days feel lighter, some days are harder than others…but I truly wouldn’t change a thing.

Day 2 of getting outside for a walk and slowly adding more movement back in. It feels good, and it makes sense for where I am right now. Nothing forced. I know it doesn’t look like what movement looked like for me before, and that’s okay.

Right now it’s about listening to my body, healing, and building back slowly.

So grateful for the loved ones and community who have reached out, checked in, and surrounded us with so much love and support. It means more than you know. 🫶🏼

Recovery is moving in the right direction, baby’s growth is too, and we’re just taking it one day at a time.

Fresh air, slow walks, healing, growing, adjusting… and soaking in this season with my Benny. 🤍

#fitmama #postpartumwellness #glowupjourney #wellnesscoach #momglowup by @thekatglowup

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2 months ago

From the outside, I probably looked confident. But what these photos don’t show is how much I struggled mentally and emotionally during this pregnancy.

This shoot wasn’t just about capturing my pregnant body. It was about honoring everything I was carrying and the woman I was becoming through it all. 🤍

I kept putting off a maternity shoot, but knowing this would most likely be my last pregnancy, I booked it last minute because I knew I might regret it if I didn’t.

And I’m SO glad I did. 🥹 A little reminder: if you feel called to do something, do it. Here’s your sign. ✨

Here are some of my favorite photos from the shoot! 🤍

Special shoutout to Jina, the owner and photographer, who was so much fun to work with and made me feel completely comfortable! 🥰 I also had my 3D/4D ultrasound at the same studio …love that it’s all in one!

Highly recommend for my mamas-to-be who want to capture both their 3D/4D experience and maternity photos. 🤍✨

Hair by @beautybar_danville @hairstylist_racing_life
Makeup by yours truly @beautybykatm taken in Adorable Baby 3D by @thekatglowup

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2 months ago

STRONGER THAN I KNEW … 🫶🏻

It took three trips to the hospital 😅 The first two, I was 3–3.5 cm dilated and sent home to keep laboring.

The third trip… I was 6 cm dilated and baby was READY. I gave birth at exactly 37 weeks. Everything happened so fast… no epidural, and hands down the hardest and most painful thing I’ve ever physically gone through.

I’ve given birth before, but I didn’t know I could still discover even more strength the second time around. It reminded me just how strong we are as women and mamas. 🤍

And now I’m officially a mama of TWO boys. 🥹 A life I’ve dreamed of and prayed for over the years, and now I’m actually living it.

Right now I’m taking it day by day… newborn life, healing, pumping, very little sleep 😂 and adjusting to our new normal.

I’ve missed you guys and I’m excited to share more of this new chapter. Thank you to everyone who has congratulated us, checked in, visited, brought us things, or simply sent love to me and my family. It means so much. 🤍

Stay tuned for more mama life with two boys, newborn days, postpartum recovery, and my journey back to feeling strong, healthy and like myself again.

Tired, healing, grateful and taking it one day at a time. 🤍

Cover photo by: Jina Santos @_blackandwhitestudios_ by @thekatglowup

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2 months ago

As someone who helps women prioritize their health, pregnancy has reminded me that health doesn’t always look like crushing workouts or checking every box. Sometimes it looks like rest, hydration, and listening to your body.

Realistic priorities look different for everyone.

Of course, it depends on your goals, season of life, and what you realistically have the capacity for right now.

This is mine for now 🙏 grateful I survived last week! Tobi’s baby brother is testing me hard! lol Got to walk and do a mini prenatal strengthening today. #grateful Everyday is different!

What do realistic priorities look like for you right now? by @thekatglowup

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4 months ago

30 weeks 💙

Pregnancy is so unpredictable. Some days are good, and some days are hard.

As a coach, I often remind others to listen to their bodies and take care of their needs. Pregnancy has been teaching me that lesson too. ☺️

#30WeeksPregnant #ThirdTrimester #PregnancyJourney #BoyMom #MomLife by @thekatglowup

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4 months ago

I’ve been reflecting a lot lately.

As I head into 28 weeks of pregnancy, I’m realizing that I don’t have to have everything figured out right away. I’m learning to value calm over chaos, trust the timing of my life, and stay present for the season I’m in.

More gratitude, more growth. 🤍✨

#28WeeksPregnant #PregnancyJourney #PregnancyReflection #BoyMom #thirdtrimester taken in The Colony Estate Venue by @thekatglowup

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5 months ago

Passed my glucose test at 26 weeks 🤍

After having GD during my first pregnancy, I thought I’d be way more anxious this time around… but honestly I just wanted to protect my peace, relax more, and not stress over every little thing during this pregnancy.

Less pressure. Less perfection. More listening to my body.

And look what happened 🥹

Of course this doesn’t mean I’ll become complacent. I’ll still continue being mindful with food, movement, and exercise throughout the rest of my pregnancy. My goal is to maintain my strength and minimize muscle loss as much as I can while still giving myself grace.

Every pregnancy is truly different 🤍 by @thekatglowup

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