After having a baby, nothing is the same – life is certainly enriched in so many wonderful ways. But for me, becoming a mother turned every facet of my life upside down – including my fitness routine. While pregnant with Lukas, watching the number on the scale increase was painful; however, I felt confident I’d bounce right back into my running routine and the baby weight would melt away. Now, nearly a year and a half later, I still haven’t “bounced back.”