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My Postpartum Journey: Restoring Balance, Strength & Glow (Without Losing My Sanity)

19/06/2025

I've been wanting to share more often about my journey, but the truth is—this mama has had her hands (and heart) so full. Between sick kids, work, trying to show up as the best wife, mom, friend, and businesswoman I can be... it’s been a lot. And then there's my 8-month-old little shadow who just wants to be in my arms 24/7 🥹

Weight loss? It hasn’t happened and you know what? That’s okay. I know my time will come. Right now, I’m leaning on my little village my team of cheerleaders who gently keep me motivated and remind me that I’m not alone. We’re working on a routine that makes sense for this season, not one that fights against it.

So if you’re reading this and feeling a little defeated Mama, please be gentle with yourself. Stop the war in your head. This season is hard, but it’s also sacred. You're doing the best you can, and that is enough. Your time to pour back into yourself will come. For now, showing up even in small ways is powerful.

I honestly forgot just how intense and time-consuming that first year with a baby is. It matters. It all matters. So slow down. Soften. Soak it in. And remind yourself you’re moving plenty if you’re chasing a busy little body around all day 😅

Sending so much love to anyone else in the thick of it. You’ve got this.
With love,
D 🤍

05/04/2025

Earlier this week, I had my first postpartum assessment with our amazing biokineticist, Kevin Sinclair. We focused on core & pelvic floor activation, joint stability, and heart rate training for fat burn. Found out I’m a bit hypermobile and have some SI joint inflammation—so we’re customizing my training to support healing, strength, and long-term recovery. Feeling good about this journey!

25/03/2025

So I had my detox drip with last week, and I’m absolutely loving the results! My skin is glowing, my body feels lighter, and I have so much more energy. This drip helps flush out toxins, brighten your complexion, and give your immune system a boost—leaving you feeling refreshed and radiant!

I can definitely see and feel the difference, and I’m feeling super positive about my wellness journey!

I'll be sharing my 10 day results soon 😁

21/03/2025

I had every intention of sharing my postpartum journey with you all, but halfway through the week, life had other plans. I came down with tonsillitis, and to top it off, I had a ruptured ovarian cyst. What a combination! And all while keeping up with two little busybodies—one baby eager to walk and talk already and a toddler running circles around me.

Moments like these make me appreciate my mom more than ever. The lessons she taught me about resilience and handling the unexpected have carried me through so much. I also came across something today about how important it is not to reflect the wrong emotions onto our kids, and it really hit home. I see it in my daughter every day—how she picks up on my energy, and it reminds me how much of the mother I am today is because of my own mom’s guidance.

This week may not have gone as planned, but I’m still moving forward! I missed my physical assessment with at Kevin Sinclair my Biokineticist, but I’ll be making up for it next week. And honestly, Christine Kriel's Reset Plan has been a lifesaver—it’s helped my body recover so much faster than I ever expected. I can’t wait to share my experience with the IV drip that comes with the reset plan!

To everyone who has been cheering me on and sending love and support—I appreciate you all more than you know!

I leave you with one of my favorite quotes:

Motherhood is the biggest gamble in the world. It is the glorious life force. It’s huge and scary—it’s an act of infinite optimism.” —Gilda Radner

Photo credit:
This was me and my baby girl for her newborn shoot a few years back with:

16/03/2025

My Postpartum Journey: Restoring Balance, Strength & Glow (Without Losing My Sanity)

Motherhood is magical, exhausting, beautiful, and—let’s be honest—a little chaotic. One moment, you’re gazing lovingly at your baby; the next, you’re wondering if you’ll ever sleep (or enjoy a moment of peace) again. And then there’s the postpartum body—hormonal rollercoasters, unexpected weight shifts, skin that suddenly has a mind of its own… it’s a whole thing.

But this journey isn’t about "bouncing back" (because, let’s face it, I’m not a rubber ball). It’s about healing, restoring balance, and feeling strong, energised, and like myself again.

I'll be working closely with Dr. Christine Kriel to tackle postpartum hormones, support weight loss, and bring my skin back to life—because I’d rather glow from within than rely on a lifetime supply of highlighter. And with Kevin, our expert biokineticist, I’ll be getting back into postpartum-safe movement, because my core currently feels like a jellyfish, and I’d love to be able to sneeze without bracing myself.

Lymphatic drainage, IV therapy, and all the self-care essentials will be part of the plan—because taking care of yourself is not a luxury, it’s a necessity (even when the baby decides sleep is optional). I’ll be sharing every step—the highs, the struggles, and the hilarious reality of it all—so if you’re a fellow mom on this wild ride, I hope you find some inspiration, some practical tips, and maybe a few good laughs along the way.

So, here’s to reclaiming our strength, confidence, and glow—one (slightly sleep-deprived) step at a time. Stay tuned!

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