Learning to Love a Changing Body- A real talk on body image, self-compassion, and moving forward

One thing I can promise you: our bodies will change.

There’s no way around it. We grow up. We grow older. We live, we love, we lose. We get injured. We heal. We go through phases with more time and less time, with or without kids, partners, and routines. And of course, we age. Our bodies evolve, slow down, and shift. It's not just normal- it's science.

And as our bodies change, so does our body image.

So the question becomes: How do we cope with it?

I’ve been wanting to write about this for a while. It’s a topic that’s been close to my heart for years- but even more so now.

Because lately, my body has changed. A lot.

Yes, I’m pregnant. And yes, this pregnancy has been kind so far in many ways (knock on wood). But still- it’s a whole new body I’m living in.

One, I’m learning to move in, to dress, to carry through the day. One that feels unfamiliar, even though it’s mine. It’s not forever, I know- but it’s also not just about this moment.

It’s bigger than pregnancy.

It’s about how we all adapt to change. Or struggle to.

Body Image - The Mirror Isn’t Usually the Problem

Let’s get honest for a second: How you feel about how you look is rarely just about how you look.

When I am busy, feel clear on my purpose, connected to what I love, and grounded in my day-to-day, I feel good in my skin.

But when I feel off- uninspired, stuck, low on direction- that’s when the mirror becomes a battleground.

Can you relate?

The fact is that it’s often not about the body at all.

It’s about the stories we attach to it. The control we think we should have over it. The perfection we expect from it.

Relearning How to Move Forward

What I’ve come to realize is this: every time your body changes, you get to learn it again. Not just how to move it, but how to care for it? How to make it feel like home.

You don’t have to love every phase.

But you do get to choose how you show up for yourself. You get to stay curious instead of judgmental.

You get to ask:

What does this body need now?

How can I support it today?

This mindset-this flexible, evolving way of relating to our bodies- isn’t just about pregnancy. It’s a lifelong tool. One I hope more of us learn to practice, regardless of where we are in our journey.

So here’s your reminder:

Your body is allowed to change. And you’re allowed to feel whatever comes with that. But when the criticism kicks in, try- just try- to shift your focus inward. To ask: What can I celebrate today? What’s going well, even if it’s small?

Because maybe it’s not about bouncing back, or staying the same, or being perfect. Maybe it’s just about evolving.

Coming Soon: The MUVwell Pregnancy Program

I’ve been quietly working behind the scenes on something special- a new MUVwell program just for pregnancy.

It’s still in the works, but I’m so excited to share more soon.

If you or someone you love is pregnant (or trying!), pass this along and invite them to subscribe to these emails: https://www.muvwellbyliron.com/join-the-community…I’d love to have them join the journey!

With A wish of wellness,

Liron