Mom Clothes

Nineteen + months have passed since I became a mother and I must admit I have really been struggling with what I should be wearing. First it was the nursing dilemma, where every top I wore had to have "easy access". Then came the "muffin top" situation which I'm still somewhat dealing with. And now my problem is this darn heat and an active toddler who loves to be outside. I need some clothes I can sweat my butt off in, toss in the wash, and keep all my jiggly parts contained:) And without looking like an unkept mom who doesn't take any pride in her appearance. I would still like to be a little stylish. Some days I get so frustrated and then I get sad that I don't get to dress up on a daily basis like the rest of the working world does. Most days (like today) I don't even have time to take a shower in the morning. I get about 15 minutes to, dress, wash my face, put on mascara, and sprinkle a dab of baby powder on my scalp to absorb the grease from yesterday! Sounds yummy!

So today, I caved. While thinking about this problem over the past few weeks, I've come to the realization that at this stage of my life "active wear" might be the best solution for my everyday "mom uniform". I really don't like this, because I've always thought workout clothes should be reserved for working out. I never understood when some of my friends would by "cute" sneakers, NOT meant for working out in. I've always been my happiest in a good fitting pair of jeans, a cute top, and nice shoes with a small heel. That still sounds good for going out to dinner, but it doesn't work so well chasing Brady around the playground or at mommy & me gymnastics!

I recently discovered Athleta website (owned by Gap). And this afternoon I ordered 2 tops and a pair of bermuda shorts. Please don't remind me that they look like sweatpants - at least they are stylish sweatpants. Hopefully when the weather cools off around here (probably not till December!) I won't be as frustrated by all this. Or maybe I will have come to terms with my new wardrobe by that point in time:)

Here's what I bought...

They're not too bad, right?? {{crickets}}
Just don't laugh at me when you run into me in the grocery store.