As a mother who incorporates exercise into her routine with her baby, including yoga, I understand that those seemingly perfect moments captured in photos are often misleading. Reality is filled with interruptions, from a baby playfully blowing raspberries on your belly during Savasana to unexpected spit-up landing right in your mouth while you hold your baby aloft. And that’s perfectly okay. Including your child in your fitness regimen—or any aspect of your life—shouldn’t be about projecting a flawless image. Parenting consists of both imperfect moments and perfect ones, depending on your perspective. (Is my cup half-full, or am I just a few sips away from losing my excuse to linger in this coffee shop?)
I have chosen to embrace the idea of integrating my baby into many of my day-to-day activities, whether it’s ideal for social media or not. Some of my mommy-and-me experiences have involved:
Toilet Time
Recently, I came across a viral image of a mother nursing while using the restroom; I initially didn’t grasp why it was deemed controversial. Although I’ve only nursed my baby while on the toilet a couple of times, I have certainly taken her into public restrooms countless times. What other options do I have when nature calls? Speaking of bathroom breaks, I even had to squat in the woods to relieve myself while carrying her. No regrets.
Nursing on the Go
Just yesterday, I was hiking with my baby in a carrier when she became hungry. Stopping wasn’t feasible, so I discreetly fed her while walking. It was a sweaty situation, and I felt a bit guilty, but it surprisingly worked for a short while. I briefly considered how I would explain this if I encountered other hikers, but ultimately, I didn’t care enough to come up with a response. Free the nipple, right?
Grown-Up Socializing
Most of my friends are currently childless, and I don’t usually hire a babysitter unless absolutely necessary. Instead, I often partake in mommy-and-me outings that feel more adult-oriented. Whether it’s grabbing coffee with a friend, enjoying a drink at a local bar, or attending a live music event, my baby accompanies me, charming everyone we meet along the way. Sure, there are challenges—she tends to swipe drinks off tables—but it’s a great way for us to bond and socialize, primarily due to convenience.
Appointments
Sometimes, having a babysitter would make life easier, but it doesn’t always happen. Not long ago, I needed to undergo 20 minutes of X-rays, and since I had no one to watch the baby, I brought her along. While it may sound absurd—since infants aren’t allowed in X-ray rooms—I positioned her stroller just outside where the technicians worked, allowing her to be nearby.
You know what? My baby generally adapts well to our mommy-and-me activities, and when she doesn’t, we simply adjust. I might not be sharing these moments on Instagram, but I won’t pretend that she doesn’t occasionally topple over my bridge poses.
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In summary, integrating your baby into daily activities—like toilet time, nursing on the go, and socializing—can create unique bonding experiences as you navigate the ups and downs of parenting. Embracing these moments, even if they don’t fit the perfect Instagram aesthetic, helps cultivate a genuine parenting journey.
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