During this pregnancy I gained 12 kilograms, and by the second week after delivery I naturally lost around eight of them. No diets, no restrictions — simply the weight that leaves on its own after giving birth. But as I’ve said many times before, the number on the scale has never been the main indicator for me. What truly matters is the quality of the body, the strength behind it, and the endurance that makes me feel grounded and capable in my day-to-day life. After Teo was born, it took me almost a year to reach the point where I finally felt like myself again, mostly on a psychological level. That’s why I’m genuinely excited to start this journey once more, with a much better understanding of what to expect and how to support myself through it.

I intentionally avoid using the phrase “getting my prepregnancy body back,” because I don’t believe it represents the reality of postpartum healing. My body will never be the same — and it shouldn’t be. It has gone through something powerful, demanding, and transformative. It’s different now, but different in a way that feels meaningful and earned. Society places so much pressure on women to “bounce back,” as if the goal is to erase the evidence of what we just experienced. But that mindset doesn’t honor the physical or emotional impact of pregnancy. Recovery takes time. Healing takes time. And every woman’s path is truly unique.

If you gained more weight than someone else, it doesn’t define you. It doesn’t mean you did anything wrong. During my last pregnancy, I ate carbs and sugar on a regular basis. I tried to keep it balanced, not because I was afraid of weight gain, but because I wanted to support my health. And honestly, the fact that I had been consistently active long before pregnancy turned out to be one of the best decisions I ever made. It allowed me to continue light workouts while pregnant and helped me feel more stable, more energized, and more connected to myself. Even a small amount of physical activity can release endorphins and shift your whole mental state.

So yes, this is the short version of where I am right now in my postpartum journey. I’m not rushing anything, I’m not comparing myself to anyone, and I’m not attaching my worth to a number or a timeline. I’m simply rebuilding — slowly, intentionally, and with appreciation for what my body has gone through. And I honestly can’t wait to return to my regular fitness program when the time feels right, with even more motivation than before.