24 HOURS WITH MY BABY | new mom routines, breastfeeding journey, getting out, & postpartum struggles

// 24 hours with my baby… a day in the life with my baby as a first time mom 💛 I share my routines as a new mom, getting out of the house with a baby, and chat about our breastfeeding journey. I also share some postpartum body image thoughts, some of our favorite baby items, and what life looks like with our 4 month old… I hope you enjoy this video! 💫
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// Things Mentioned:
Love Every play mat- a.co/d/fQjLKxa
Our favorite baby toys- bit.ly/4926XHy
Kiwi Co play kits- bit.ly/49MasTs
Old Navy PJs- bit.ly/4cipBNV
Primally Pure Everything Spray- bit.ly/4a9nkTq
Huckleberry App- huckleberrycare.com/
Checkered baby outfit- a.co/d/jibUxKK
Artipoppe Carrier- bit.ly/43kFDD8
Solly Baby wrap- bit.ly/3TydCoi
Baby booties- a.co/d/5DCnvOY
Sezane Jeans- bit.ly/3vcM6mN
Doona Stroller- a.co/d/aDH3HWR
Free People overalls- bit.ly/3T8VVdi
Coterie- bit.ly/3ID9P2G
Busy watering my own grass sweatshirt- bit.ly/3IubB68
Apricot chicken recipe- bit.ly/2SSOLPb
Tubby Todd diaper paste- bit.ly/3PfYQzJ
Tubby Todd all over ointment- rstyle.me/+YTON3V7dXIsfRyOCcW...
Primally Pure baby balm- bit.ly/3Tzr238
My Pink PJ set- a.co/d/9hpiYl0
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PO Box Address
Michelle Gauthier
2825 OAK LAWN AVE
PO Box # 190733
DALLAS, TX 75219
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// Timestamps:
00:00 Good morning!
02:14 Morning activities
05:35 Postpartum body image chat
09:02 Thoughts on having a schedule
09:58 My favorite baby carrier
11:23 Finding my STYLE
11:52 Getting out of the house!
15:37 Mall browsing
16:00 Haul
18:00 How Cash has been
18:50 Some of our favorite baby things
20:00 Getting chores done
21:15 Getting back into cooking
22:34 Breastfeeding journey
27:02 Night routine
30:00 How we’re sleeping
32:28 Good morning!
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[@ItsDanne]

The feeling of your videos popping up again is UNMATCHED! We've missed you so much

[@michellereedg]

oh I love this thank you ☺️

[@ItsDanne]

Of course!! So happy to have you back, but mostly for you and your family!💕💕 @@michellereedg

[@kathysmith1451]

Loving the videos, so many followers have missed you all.

[@Shadeydey]

Agreeeeedd. She is my comfort channel! Especially since our LOs will only be a few months apart ❤❤❤

[@amandakoh6111]

Just wanna say that you look so calm and joyful despite many unexpected events (know that that’s something you’re not very keen knowing you’re a routine person!) so just wanna say praise God for growing you in this season. You’re doing so well, and you are ALREADY a great mom in Him, so trust Him. Welcome back, we definitely missed you :)

[@michellereedg]

thank you 💛 I definitely wasn't calm and peaceful in the beginning, my husband can vouch for that haha. but feeling more in sync with mom life as the days go on. praise God indeed!

[@magss92]

Cried with you when you were talking about your feeding journey. I am two months postpartum and our feeding journey has also gone much different than I dreamed and prayed for. Sending you hugs, mama. God chose us specifically for our children and He is with us every step of the way! He has already written them all! 🩵

[@lillycline7660]

Even though you say you don’t feel or look like yourself, you look like yourself to us & better! Such a beautiful soul and momma! You’re doing such a great job🥹🤍 so glad you’re back!!!

[@penw7456]

I couldn’t agree more. The glow and calmness she has as a stay at home mom is so comforting and beautiful to watch. This vlog made me cry. It’s so beautiful.

[@samanthakurtz3670]

Crying even though my daughter is 2.5 because this is bringing back so many emotions for me. I breastfed for 2yrs but at the cost of my mental health. Looking back I really wish I had known to show myself more grace. I’m so proud of you. You’re doing an incredible job 🥺🤍

[@susannahwertz9971]

I was a formula baby 100% and I grew up super healthy and close with my mom. She is my hero and I know you are Conner’s too!! God has gone before you and ordained this entire situation 🥰 sending all my love

[@Noturbasikbeautyxo]

My daughter is 2.5 and I wish someone would’ve told me that you don’t fee yourself until almost the 2 year mark. I felt so much pressure to “bounce back” and have it all together when I should’ve been taking care of myself and being gentle with myself. Take your time and focus on your baby ❤

[@michellereedg]

appreciate this so much 🫶🏼

[@caitlynrose9985]

As another 2 year old mama I completely agree with this!!

[@allegranicole1641]

Agree with this!! Daughter is 3.5 and it’s so true!

[@kathywest1023]

Absolutely enjoy baby Connor and don’t put any expectations on yourself. You can’t get this amazing bonding time back. ❤

[@DarceyPittman]

Really appreciate how tasteful you’re being about how much to include Connor’s face. ❤ Also teared up hearing about your nursing journey but you absolutely are doing your best and are an incredible mother. Love having your videos again, Michelle!

[@nikithachalklen3163]

Missed you so much Michelle, I’m very glad you’re back!

[@michellereedg]

really happy to be here again 💛

[@cabolynn]

I LOVE how you are already reading with Connor. I did the same thing with my two daughters and by the time they were three, they were both reading on their own. You will always cherish this time with Connor and you're a great mom, Michelle.

[@rochelletetrault9535]

You are such a great mom! I had my baby on November 15th! Been watching you forever and the fact that we had our babies “together” is so so cool to me and comforting to see a mom I look up to in the same stages as me ❤

[@rachelweierke]

I am currently going through the grind of breast feeding and I cried during your chat about feeding. It’s BY FAR the hardest part of new mom-hood for me and others. Thank you for shedding some light on this!! I so appreciate your courage to discuss it.

[@meganhorras4886]

I love your honesty and the way you give the glory to God in every circumstance. Such a beautiful video and family!

[@faithhaines]

Girl, I’m sitting here bawling as you talk about your feeding journey. Been there twice. My hubby always told me that my mental health was more important than breastfeeding. That was hard to accept both times but I know it to be true too. Fed is definitely best. Glad you shared your experience. As a mom and a postpartum nurse, I can say it’s not talked about enough.

[@devonelle9911]

Absolutely loved this video and seeing how your life and content are evolving with baby. Thank you for sharing the struggles along with the happiness that motherhood has brought you so far.

[@elahnasissonhudson6774]

You are such an amazing person, mom, wife… I find myself crying watching every video. You are so sweet and genuine. Thank you for being so vulnerable…. That really does meet people where they are & encourage them. You are LOVED! We’re glad you are back. For sure saving this video for when I’m walking through mom life.

[@emilyschmidt353]

Hi Michelle, I’ve been watching your videos for years now and I just need to tell you how much I commend your vulnerability for the betterment of others. The messages you put out in your videos are so so important for people to hear, myself included! You truly radiate grace and I’m so happy for you that you have found the best way to feed your sweet baby. Coming from a nurse, fed is best!! I hope you and Aiden can continue to go easy on yourselves through this new chapter of life.

[@KeelyGristick22]

Sweet moment to share with Aidan, I think it’s so beautiful to see positive and happy families on social media (briefly of course). Especially for so many future parents to look at and admire. Something as short as the dance/transition from baby going from dad to mom and the connection you all have really radiates through the screen to us that you are truly a lovely family. All it took was a minute to see you three have completely melted together. It’s beautiful ❤

[@laurencasey5878]

Tearing up hearing your breastfeeding journey because I empathize entirely with you - down to having my first child (also a boy) dreaming of how it would be only to come to terms that that wasn’t our story. You’re no less of a mama for it. You’re doing great!

[@samiedennison1550]

So happy you’re back in this space 💗 lovely to see you on this journey 💗 you’re doing amazing!

[@rachellenale]

You’re such a good mom, Michelle❤and I love how you find the positives in life

[@leahgillette7508]

You are an amazing mom Michelle!! I’ve missed seeing your videos so much. Praying for you during this new season!❤

[@NM-ee3rp]

So glad you’re back, you were dearly missed ❤

[@CarterSullivan]

I'm so glad that you are back my sweet sweet friend. You bring so much light into people's lives with your vlogs and I'm loving seeing you as a momma!! xo

[@chanciemartinxo6774]

Everything you spoke about is exactly what I went through and experienced as a mom.. all the experiences, thought processes, everything. It was like reliving that time when you talked about everything that was huge for me. My babies are toddlers now, and I just want to say.. it gets so much more beautiful every single day and the hard times pass. So beautiful to see your journey and so glad you are sharing. Praying for you guys.

[@VictoriaJoy85]

Loved this video! You are an amazing mama! Thank you for being so vulnerable and sharing your life with us 💕.

[@michellebraddock6671]

I love just taking him along, doing your "day to day" and not always feeling like you need to entertain him! I think this is SO important. My gosh, and Cash I cant. My heart! Love having you back. xo

[@nathaliesimmons1750]

I have a 20 month old and 9 month old and let me tell you .. soak this alllll up. It goes by so fast! This new chapter is all about bonding, healing and finding your rhythm as the new and if I say so myself, IMPROVED, versions of ourselves. Motherhood is beautiful 🩵✨🩷

[@jordynschauer4217]

Thank you for the courage to share about your breastfeeding experience. I had almost an identical journey and it was absolutely destroying my mental & emotional wellbeing. My son started doing SO much better once we fully made the switch to formula, but it was also hard for me to come to terms with for a while. Having a baby has been the most incredible but humbling experience and I truly believe all us moms are out here doing our best. Thank you for making this feel less of what can feel like such an isolating experience. You are a GREAT mom 💙💙 (as we all knew you would be!!)

[@maddiebeeles9363]

I watched so many of these videos when I was pregnant!! I loved coming along with you in your day 🤍 I totally agree about struggling to find my new style after having a baby and dressing my new body. I typically go for simple, functional (when I was nursing during the day anyways), and comfortable.

[@devynpugh33]

So crazy seeing you be a mom! I love this new life for you! So glad you and the family are happy and healthy

[@jennawittmann9477]

This is the first video of yours that I've watched and I'm so glad it popped up on my suggestions. I'm almost 7 months postpartum and the way you articulated body image is so accurate. How you look at yourself and don't feel like yourself - looking in the mirror and not recognizing the person looking back is such a struggle and an incredibly weird feeling! I expected to not love my body right after having a baby, but it's not as simple as that. It's like you're trying to rediscover yourself. Plus everything you said about finding your new style is so accurate. It's nice to know that you aren't feeling these feelings alone! Thank you for making me feel less alone. ❤

[@mijaukl1]

thank you so much for this vlog, Michelle! You are doing AMAZING, love the new energy you have!! 🥰🥰

[@ervinsmoviecorner8748]

A very amazing job as always, Michelle!❤❤

[@rebekah3483]

He sounds like he's a REALLY HAPPY baby! That's great!

[@corinne4202]

Michelle! I’ve been watching since 2017 and wow it’s just so cool to witness all the different stages of life you’ve walked in! You are such a natural momma! Thanks for your vulnerability!

[@alyssabeaudoin7528]

I missed your vlogs! So happy for your family & its new addition. Thanks for taking us along ❤

[@michellereedg]

thank you for being here 🌼

[@RachelR25]

I loved seeing your routine as a new mom! Motherhood looks so good on you…Conner is so lucky to have you as his mom! I can’t wait to follow along on your new journey! I’d love a video on your newborn must haves / what you regret buying!❤️

[@autumndominique]

I have always loved mommy content and i have watched you for years so to see you posting your mommy content is so heart warming, congratulations on your bundle of joy 🩷

[@TheExtrovertedHomebody]

It is so sweet to watch you be a mom💕 Thank you for sharing this day with us, even the hard parts. So happy to have you back on KZbin with this new chapter of life for your family!

[@laurencrandall7997]

You’re a gem Michelle. You have so many people in your corner on this motherhood journey, including myself 🤗

[@ReneeAmberg]

Michelle, you are doing a wonderful job ❤ All these moments and ups and downs are inevitable and everyone’s story is different just like every baby is different. It’s an incredibly beautiful yet tough journey. Thanks for sharing the good and bad xx

[@PaigeBlackmerRealtor]

You’re such a good mom Michelle! Good to see you back💗

[@finleymuratova9529]

thank you for sharing your magic with us! it’s wonderful to know you’re doing and feeling better ❤

[@michellereedg]

thank you 🥹💗

[@katherinemflores3527]

You inspire me in all ways possible! Thank you for sharing this beautiful journey with us! You are doing a wonderful job! We love you Michelle!💕

[@Mbaumgartner227]

So glad you’re back!!! ❤️❤️❤️ Thank you for sharing, it’s so comforting to see your journey as a fellow new mom 💕

[@jalyassin]

This was such a beautiful heart-warming video ❤ Thank you so much for sharing and God bless you and your family, Michelle

[@thejatastrophe]

Thank you so much for sharing your breastfeeding journey and struggles. Your story sounds so similar to what I went through a few months ago and I know it's such a hard topic to talk about. I appreciate you being so open and selfless to share your story, you are amazing ❤️

[@Jenna4236]

I love these mom videos! Super inspiring and relatable. We are super proud of your family's new journey

[@amandahill512]

It is so cool seeing you be a mom. I've been watching your videos since you were in high school! It is so fun to grow up together ❤️

[@marilynlambert7255]

I have the same experience with nursing as you. I was broken when I realized it just was not going to work for us. Thank you so much for sharing! Listening to your experience made me so emotional and it really really helps.

[@marjorieaquino6798]

I’m so glad your back and I love seeing you in this new chapter in your life as a mommy to a beautiful boy may God continue to bless you and your family 🤍🙏

[@Ashley-oe5fy]

So happy to see this pop up! Excited to see how your lovely family are navigating life as Connor grows ❤

[@courtneyreginato-slegers427]

Also cried during you talking about your breastfeeding journey-- relate so much to you.

[@chaneymaliaaa]

So so so happy you’re back! I cried watching you cry talking about your BF journey. You are such a great mama and have been from the very beginning-Connor is beyond blessed to have you! Those early postpartum days can be so difficult, but I’m so glad you are doing better🤍🤍

[@dianamedley3456]

I got teary eyed when you were talking about your feeding journey… I ended up exclusively pumping both my babies for a year each and I definitely sacrificed some of my mental health for that. Looking back, I wish I wouldn’t have been so tough on myself. Whenever you are doing what is best for mama and baby, you can have peace it was the right decision for you!! 💕

[@michellekumar1]

You and Aiden 🥹🩵 so happy to have you back Michelle! Looking forward to growing with you as a mother

[@gracecruz9508]

You are such a great mom, Michelle❤️can’t wait for your next bonding blog.

[@ShaylaSchrepfer]

You never fail to impress with the videos and the vulnerability. You are an even STRONGER light as a mother! Connor is so lucky !!!!❤

[@abigaill3307]

So happy you're posting again! Missed you tons! You are doing so wonderful as a mom, please don't ever feel that you aren't!

[@laurengalligan5465]

Watching you and Aiden become parents made my heart squeeze! I’ve been watching you since you were a junior in high school and we’re similar age so to see to being an amazing mom is like watching a friend become a mom! So proud of you and so happy to have you back here on the internet ❤

[@meganpaige7308]

Thank you for being so vulnerable ❤️

[@penw7456]

Goodness this vlog was the most beautiful 24 hours with a baby I have ever watched. The light and glow you have as a new mom is so beautiful and refreshing to watch. Conner is so lucky to have you as his mama ❤

[@emmam3416]

Loved this video! The way that you walk with grace is so admirable! Keep being you!❤

[@iuliaturcas4348]

So excited for this new vlog 😍😍😍 I was so looking forward to your motherhood content 🤗 you are such an inspiration in every way for me! 🤗

[@michelleflores1769]

I’ve missed your content so much. So glad you’re back! ❤

[@emilywelsh5359]

Thank you so much for sharing your day, Michelle! You are such an inspiration and a truly wonderful mom. Connor is so blessed to have you!! 💛💛💛

[@Safeshinefl]

Dear Michelle, I can’t thank you enough for being open about your breast-feeding journey! I am 21 weeks pregnant with my first baby and have been stressing about breast-feeding, but you sharing your story has totally liberated me! God bless you, you are the most incredible mom ever! ❤

[@ashlynnolsen]

2 weeks postpartum and definitely needed to hear this. Thank you for sharing 💓

[@madisonbrianne7393]

I relate so much to your breastfeeding journey. It was so so hard for me when it didn’t work out and I felt like the biggest failure. Almost 6 months postpartum and it still stings to think about but ultimately my baby is fed, he is loved and we have such a sweet bond. You’re doing great mama!!

[@clairenesch]

Watching Mr. Cash follow you and Connor boppin’ around the house is the sweetest thing I’ve ever seen! I know it’s had its ups and downs (and thank you for sharing those with us) but you just seem so truly happy and at peace in your motherhood and in your family. 💛 This just makes me so excited to share in this joy in my own family one day!

[@rachelschnelbach6182]

Due in August and LOVED this video! So happy for your sweet family! 💕

[@jennatinkerr]

Michelle, you look absolutely beautiful! Motherhood suits you and it's obvious how much you love your baby & how strong your bond is. ❤

[@makenzieclairebush6559]

Motherhood looks amazing on you❤️

[@ssscozy3834]

I really enjoyed this vlog like your other videos. Always such a cozy vibe. Thankyou for sharing!

[@theti5]

Oh this is so lovely. Chelle, you're so humble about everything you talk about, you defer to other mums and express gratitude for what you've got. It's so sweet (I'm not a mum yet but trying!). I also wanted to say that this video is so peaceful. You make motherhood look like it doesn't need to be loud, busy, stressful. I know that seasons of that may come for us both, but you seem to be keeping it simple and taking everything as it comes, appreciating everything for what it is, and that helps me worry less about whether I'd be able to handle it. I'm not under any illusion that there aren't tears from baby off the camera, but idk, your clarity and the fact you're working towards inner peace in the Lord is so wonderful.

[@monaabraham]

I loved your honest recap at the end thanks for sharing!

[@vanialegall8194]

I wanna give you a BIG hug! So 1. Seeing your videos pop up again OMG! 2. You sharing your stories, makes me want to cry and omg! Your community on here loves you!

[@jessicarietjens3152]

You’re doing an amazing job! I don’t really feel like myself until a year postpartum. I promise you it gets better and you will feel like yourself again soon. You are not a failure and formula is a BLESSING! Great job, mama!!!

[@katiemaloney1578]

Ohhh girl we had a very similar feeding journey with my baby boy who is now 15 months and all I can say is thank God for formula because it was also life changing for us. You’re crushing it! ❤

[@prisu.154]

I love watching you as a mom 🥹🤍 makes me so excited to watch this type of content and seeing your experience, having our first baby girl in July 💖 so beyond excited 🤍

[@kaitlinedgelifestyle7464]

Thank you for sharing your journey so openly, it’s so brave and so healing for other Mamas out there in many ways! ♥️🙏🏻 What a lovely video, Michelle! Sending you so much love!!🤍🤍 you’re doing amazing, Mama🙌🏼

[@BriannaHurtado-zg1em]

I love the mom life on you! It has been so sweet and a blessing to watch! We love you Michelle 🤍

[@meganlovesjb8D]

I loved this video so much! I am someone who is so looking forward to being a mom, and seeing you in this stage is incredible. You are such an amazing mom ❤️

[@clarex992]

4 weeks into our Newborn journey & watching through your videos. 💕Absolutely loving having a little bit of calm company atm 😌 tysm for sharing & giving me insight into what to look forward to x

[@samantha.tucker]

Just have to hop on here and say that 1, I am so glad to see you posting again - I missed listening and relating to you every week! And 2, we were pregnant around the same time and I just had my little on in February 11. I had a very similar journey with breastfeeding and all the feelings that come with the decision of switching to fully formula feeding. Thank you for sharing your story, you are such a great light!

[@JordynLynnia]

Michelle I’m sending you so much love and prayers! You are the best mommy and Connor loves you so much ❤❤❤

[@user-dn1li3ok5m]

LOVED every second of this video!! thank you for sharing

[@amandakate1247]

Due this month and love your content lately! Keep up the authenticity and enjoy this wonderful phase of life 🩵

[@cheryllong7328]

Ah Michelle, as a Mom of almost a 20 and 18 year old, this really brought me back. Your love for son shines through as well as your husband’s. You are doing a wonderful job and I love how you are embracing the importance of routines. I did too and they were key. I completely understand your mixed emotions and struggles with breastfeeding- way more difficult and complicated than people realize. You are an amazing Mom!! I loved seeing Cash in his role as big brother! ❤️

[@shintalaw4514]

Thank you for sharing your journey and I hope you share a lot about your amazing family for your next vlog 🥰 Can’t wait!! ❤

[@michellereedg]

so much fun to come 🌼 thank you for watching!

[@dalisf1845]

Thank you for sharing what your new journey looks like as a mom, this brings me so much joy! God bless you and your family💕

[@knanserrano]

Cozy content joy! This makes me so excited for my baby due in August🩷 missed you and so happy to see you doing well.

[@marniemckechnie9749]

You look sooooo amazing and such a natural. You are truly someone to look up to and are so calming and reassuring. I would love to see a video of all the baby products/items that ended up being not good or a waste of money! Always curious about that because there seems to be so much pressure of what you should have and use.

[@aslynzuniga9231]

Love your videos! I'm expecting my first baby and watching your vlogs always brings me so much joy and peace ❤ Please keep sharing baby content! Love it!

[@kristingavaza]

Thank you so much for sharing! I am 3 weeks postpartum with my first, a boy 💙 and the breastfeeding struggles had me a sleep deprived, emotional, crying wreck the first two weeks. You’re a great mom, thanks for normalizing the painful, isolating struggle 💙

[@user-uv9yy7uz9o]

So happy to see you again!! I am due in July and these videos make me so excited :) Praying for continued health and rest!

[@debdobrosky8139]

Oh Michelle….. just loved seeing you and Connor!!! What a precious and sweet time for all of you:)!!💜💜💜

[@ash_7931]

Michelle you are seriously doing amazing. I felt like I was in literal survival mode until my baby was around 6 months old🥹 I also had my heart set on breastfeeding and it just simply didn’t work out and it was really hard on me. I felt like a complete failure. I wish someone would have told me that it’s all ok and all that mattered was that my baby was healthy❤️ kudos to you for talking about this so openly.

[@user-qy8rx4zf2n]

You are an amazing mom!! Connor is so loved... he is so lucky to have you and Aiden as his parents. Thanks for sharing your journey. We love the mom content!!!