Embarking on the journey of motherhood has profoundly reshaped my understanding of self-love. Witnessing my mother’s selfless dedication throughout my life, I once believed that true love meant putting others first. 

However, embracing practices like yoga has illuminated the importance of nurturing my own health and well-being. As Lucille Ball aptly said, "

Love yourself first, and everything else falls into line

By prioritizing self-care, I not only set a positive example for my children but also cultivate a foundation for a fulfilling life. Remember, self-love is not selfish; it is a vital act of self-care that empowers us to love and care for others more effectively.

For me self love is engaging in daily yoga, watching sunrises and sunsets, talking to plants, spending quality time with loved ones, and learning something new each day.

Momly lets everyone express their heart without being judged

(Written by Prashansa - Momly Fitness Expert)

Celebrating Self-Love

Self-love is not selfish. Self-love is the first step towards 'Empowered You' Through these stories, we are trying to internalise the need for self-compassion in every mom and tell them that it is important to fill their cup  before pouring in others'.

Self-love: Foundation for Fulfilling Life

Navigating the beautiful chaos of motherhood

Marketer turned full-time mom, currently navigating the beautiful chaos of motherhood with my baby girl, Saisha. Also a proud dog mom to an adorable beagle! Fueled by wanderlust, new experiences, and (most importantly) coffee—because, let’s be honest, I can’t imagine life without it!

What makes me a proud mom is how deeply motherhood has transformed me from the moment I held my baby in my arms. Every sleepless night, every tiny smile, and even the overwhelming moments remind me just how strong and full of love I am. Life has completely changed - my world now revolves around her - but in the most beautiful way. Learning her little cues, comforting her cries, and watching her grow each day has taught me patience, resilience, and a love unlike any other. It’s not always easy, but every challenge makes me prouder to be her mom.

Embrace the chaos, savor the moments, and trust your instincts.”

“To me, empowerment means owning your strength, confidence, and choices. It’s the freedom to pursue your passions, the resilience to overcome challenges, and the self-assurance to stand by your values. I feel motherhood has deepened this, showing me the power of unconditional love and patience”

Empowered village makes the moms feel empowered

Momly is empowering moms by creating a supportive, judgment-free space where they can connect, share experiences, and navigate motherhood together. 

My Empowerment Story

Empowerment is not only about focusing on the positives but it also means taking the challenges and transforming into something beautiful. Hear these Empowerment stories from our community moms who show resilience in the face of adversity and rise against the odds. 

Empowerment means owning my Strength, Confidence, and Choices

Empowering women is not just about breaking the glass ceiling but also about breaking the cycle of neglect. It is, therefore, important to start with ourselves. Real strength has to come from within and what is the basis of that strength? It is nutrition. 

Women have been doing it all—caring for their families, working, and meeting everyone’s needs for far too long. But how can you give what you don’t have? We need to feed our bodies the right foods in order to be able to go after our dreams, face challenges, and most importantly take care of our family. 

In juggling too many roles, I neglected myself

Being a working professional and mother of two little ones (my eldest son is 11 and my cute girl is 7), I feel constantly busy all the time. For me, life has always been a crazy blend of work, home, family, and trying to find time for myself in the chaos. 

At some point along the way, like most women, I stopped taking care of myself a few months before. I came decreasingly exhausted on the face, and began feeling fatigue all day, and had pain in my legs every time. Fulfilling my duty as a mother and several other roles as a woman we all have to do, it was getting tough. 

Then I realised - We cannot pour from an empty cup

The reality is, we can not pour from an empty mug. So without a supportive family and eating healthy along with self care we women cannot flourish.

Empowerment is deciding to be better, stronger and healthy

According to me, as a Clinical Dietitian - A healthy diet should include proteins, healthy fats, fiber, vitamins and minerals as this helps in regulating hormones, enhancing mental performance and overall body functions. Nutrition is essential to prevent stress, lifestyle diseases such as PCOS and osteoporosis, improve gut health and boost the immune system for the long run. Empowerment is deciding what to eat that will make us better, stronger and healthy. It is about being aware of what one is eating, taking care of oneself, and setting a good example for the future generations of women. 

Let's feed ourselves first before feeding our family 

This Women’s Month, I say, let’s take the time to feed ourselves so that we can keep on keeping on. A woman who gets enough food is invincible!

As Written by Archana Goyal - Momly Nutrition Expert)

True Empowerment Means Deciding to be Fit and Healthy

You are the most important person in your life

Take a moment to express love to the most important person in your life—YOU. It may sound ironic, but often, the one we forget to truly love and nurture is ourselves. Reflect on the relationship you have with yourself. Separate your identity from your life and consider it as a dynamic between two entities: you, the receiver, and your thoughts, words, and actions, the giver. How do you treat yourself? How much time do you dedicate to your own well-being? What is the quality of this relationship, and what love language are you using to show yourself affection?

Ask yourself: would a person in a relationship with you feel loved and valued based on how you treat yourself? Do you, as the receiver of your own love, truly feel it in the way you would want to? When you fail to give love to yourself, a part of you remains hungry for that validation, often seeking it externally. The more you crave it, the more desperate and vulnerable you can become, which not only affects your self-worth but places pressure on those around you to fill the gap. Your partner might feel the weight of this, and even when they try, their actions may sometimes fall short of your unspoken expectations.

The key to breaking this cycle is empowering yourself with self-love. This doesn’t mean you stop expecting love from those around you—rather, it means you are rooted in your own worth, making you more capable of accepting love freely without need or desperation. 

You are the Cake, Everyone else is the icing

When you love yourself fully, you become the foundation—the cake—and those around you, like your partner, children, and friends, become the icing, fruits, and sprinkles that make life even more beautiful. You are in control of the flavours and colours of your life, how you experience love, and how you share it with others. By filling yourself up first, you create a life where love flows effortlessly, and everything you receive becomes a beautiful addition, rather than a necessity to feel complete. Happy Valentines, make it special for yourself.

Find yourself with Motherhood tribe: Choose Momly

In the journey of motherhood it is common to feel being lost. With so much happening biologically, psychologically, socially, financially and personally, feeling overwhelmed is natural. In a time where everyone has something to say, but no one says the right thing that you might need to hear, a ray of hope shines when you see someone sharing the same struggles as you did. The assurance that you’re not alone and not the only one who is lost. Having someone you can talk out your heart and vent without judgments or a guide where you can put out your tiniest and silliest concerns feel like a safe place through this journey of doubts and fears. With hundreds of moms feeling exactly the same and finding strength in holding each other up. 

Momly is a community that helps you find yourself, love yourself, because we understand to be a happy mom you need to be a happy you!

(Written by Amrita Saluja - Momly Mental Health Expert)

A Happy Mom needs a Happy You

Self-love is all about thinking about yourself when you as a mom think about others.

Self-love is also about thinking about yourself only, not how others would feel or react.

Self love is about eating a different healthy meal than others in the house.

Self love is about spending a little alone time also when it's not accepted by society.

Momly is non-judgemental, all time up 24*7, it keeps on welcoming people, it has your back, and lastly...you will never feel alone

(Written by Tasnim - Momly Parenting Expert)

Self-love: Foundation for Fulfilling Life

Empowerment means owning my Strength, Confidence, and Choices

True Empowerment Means Deciding to be Fit and Healthy

A Happy Mom needs a Happy You

My Poetic Ode to Self-love

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