For many women, motherhood comes with many trials and tribulations, but it also presents a unique opportunity for self-discovery and self-acceptance. So, how does one embrace the journey? Here, we're putting the spotlight on two inspiring ladies to share their stories. Kim is a new mom to a six-month-old, Ramona is a dedicated mother to a five-year-old, and both of these women have graciously bared it all.

Shedding light on how they have adjusted to their postpartum bodies, how motherhood has impacted their relationship with their body image, as well as how they have utilised SlimDoc's Ultra EM treatment to restore their confidence, find the full exclusive ahead.

How has your body changed with pregnancy?

"Everything changes when you're pregnant. You're carrying a watermelon in your belly, you can't hold your bladder anymore, and your feet get so swollen you can barely see them. Not to mention the cravings—oh my gosh, the cravings are so real! And don't even get me started on the stretch marks. I'm trying to be positive about it—after all, people say that stretch marks are just like battle scars that tell a story."

What was giving birth like for you?

"It was a very scary experience for me. I actually had a postpartum haemorrhage and I lost a lot of blood. I didn't even know what that was until I had it. As a new mum, I wasn't sure what I was supposed to do or what was supposed to happen. Still, I'm alive and I feel very, very proud of my body and what it has gone through during my months of pregnancy."

What is your relationship with your body like now that you're postpartum?

"I feel amazing! It's really impressive what our bodies are capable of. But, at the same time, I would say that I have good days and bad ones. On good days, I'm just really happy. My postpartum body has curves!

"On bad days, though, when I look in the mirror and I can see that my stomach isn't as toned as it used to be, and that there are a few more stretch marks here and there, I do feel a little bit more self-conscious. I have moments where I don't feel as confident as I used to."

How do you feel confident in your own skin?

"I would say it's just self-love and, really, acceptance—that your body has actually gone through a lot. On top of that, I think what people say about you is so important. A little kindness or good things to say about someone really does go a long way."

How do you feel more in touch with your body these days?

"The unbelievable journey of giving birth and having a baby has brought me closer to my body. But even so, I think sometimes I can feel disconnected, and it usually comes from the restrictions on my life from when I was pregnant. So, I reconnect with myself by picking back up the hobbies that I had to stop during my pregnancy, and that has actually made me feel really good about my body."

Why are you excited to try Slimdoc's Ultra EM treatment?

"I'm really excited to try the SlimDoc Ultra EM treatment because as a new mum, I have so many things to juggle all at once, so the idea of getting my muscles stimulated, fat burned, and body contoured without having to lift a finger—I mean, sign me up!"

How did your body change during pregnancy?

"I was shocked. I've never seen my belly that big. I couldn't believe that my tummy could actually stretch that much. By my third trimester, with all the water retention and everything, I blew up like a balloon! I couldn't believe it. But anyway, that was around five years ago."

How did your body feel postpartum?

"Definitely weak in the beginning, but I recovered after some time. When your baby grows more and more, you eventually have to find the strength back by yourself. By now, I think I'm back to normal—I might even feel better than before I'd actually given birth. I have the same level of energy and I'm loving it. I'm so thankful for that."

What's your relationship with your body like now?

"I'm actually really, really in love with my body right now. I love the headspace I've reached at the moment because it actually took some time and a lot of hard work to get to this point—every mother goes through the same thing."

What advice do you have for other mums who are struggling to "bounce back" from their post-pregnancy bodies?

"You have to be patient. After you give birth and even after your baby is slightly grown, you will need to find the time to work to get your body back. That time is not within a few months—it could actually take you years. For me, I wanted to get back to working out as soon as possible, but it took me about a year and a half to get back to it. Being consistent took even longer than that. I've been very consistent in working out for the past two years and I'm loving it to the max. I love how I can actually feel my body returning back to normal, and by now, my relationship with my it is actually even better than what I had before I was a mum."

Why are you excited to try Slimdoc's treatment?

"As someone who is already active and consistent in working out, I'm excited to see how much further Slimdoc's Ultra EM treatment can push my results."

ABOUT SLIMDOC'S ULTRA EM TREATMENT

The revolutionary Ultra EM Treatment is SlimDoc's cutting-edge slimming solution combining the power of two highly effective treatments: EM-Slim and Ultra S Shape. Designed to target unwanted fat, tone up muscles, and contour the body, it's a comprehensive treatment to help you achieve your ideal figure.

EM-Slim, the first component of this dynamic duo, is a high-intensity muscle workout that uses innovative HI-EMT (High-Intensity Electromagnetic Trainer) energy, to stimulate the muscles to contract at their peak power and ability. The incredible results of this treatment begin to emerge in as little as four to six weeks after your last session, and they continue to develop over the subsequent weeks.

But that's not all—the Ultra EM Treatment also incorporates the incredible benefits of the Ultra S Shape system. Combining radio frequency, AMF (Amplitude Modulated Medium and Low Frequency), and soft laser technologies, this multi-faceted approach takes your slimming journey to a whole new level. From toning and fat burning to volume reduction and smoothing cellulite, the Ultra S Shape system works wonders. Additionally, it tightens and rejuvenates your skin, improves lymphatic flow and circulation, and promotes cellular metabolism as an all-encompassing solution that leaves no stone unturned on your path to achieving the body of your dreams.