Mommy Wear

My kids are well dressed; their closets are well stocked; their outfits are coordinated; their clothes don’t have hanging threads and holes. Sadly the same cannot be said of my wardrobe.

From the day I left work on maternity leave 5 years ago my wardrobe has been on a slippery downward slope to stay-at-home-mom style. Stacy and Clinton would have a field day with me. I do set myself one rule: No leaving the house in sweat pants (at least not the baggy-bummed, bit too short, worn in at the knee variety reserved for my family’s pleasure). Other than that it’s free for all: grab the nearest pair of jeans and unstained/least stained top and dash – I am always running late and it’s obviously not because I’ve spent too much time preening myself.

I applaud any new moms who manage to stay smart and stylish. I have the standard excuses.

1. No time to spend on myself.
2. No time to shop for new clothes.
3. I’m “comfortable”.
4. It’s not worth bothering since any outfit will soon be smeared with mashed toddler biccy, snot, drool or spit-up.
5. I’m waiting for someone to spot me and nominate me for “What Not to Wear”.

Unless you’re happy being a “momfortable” slob, as a new mom it’s important not to neglect yourself. Not taking time to smarten yourself up can quickly lead to the doldrums. If you look good you are more likely to feel good.

Comrades’ Recommendations

• Take the opportunity to shower before hubby leaves for work – you may not get another chance in the day.
• Do your hair and makeup as you are accustomed to.
• And dress the best you can, given that Baby will always be one step ahead because although you’re intending to treat yourself at the mall today, cute babywear is just too hard to resist.