So obviously my body has been on a roller coaster of changes since the beginning of this year. I gained a total of 43lbs from January to mid-August, and since August 18th I have lost 40lbs. My legs and ankles and feet were extremely swollen for the better part of 6 weeks before delivery and another 2.5 weeks postpartum. (I finally have knees and ankles again!) I also became anemic during pregnancy, while trying to keep both of these kiddos well nourished. Not to mention all of the hormonal changes!
After delivery, it's amazing how quickly your body starts working to get back to it's "normal" state. It is truly amazing the way God designed our bodies to be able to carry a tiny life (or lives) and then shift back after delivery. (Of course it doesn't go back exactly as it was before, but you're able to find a new "normal" that is still remarkable considering what your body just accomplished. Every "imperfection" tells the story of how you became a mommy.)
I continue to thank God each day that he made me strong enough to carry these babies as long as I did and that they are healthy and growing strong. I'm truly in AWE of His Awesomeness and I know He will continue to carry me through these changes.
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