My biggest transformation yet
la rentrée as a mom 🧍🏻♀️
It is officially la rentrée 2026. Calendars are filling up again, Paris is back to its familiar buzz, and the workload is ramping up fast. But this rentrée feels fundamentally different for me.
The first days and weeks surprised me by how similar they felt to life when I was pregnant or even before she was an idea at all. Yes, there was less sleep, more hugs, no workouts. But it was the holiday season. Time moved more slowly by default. The quiet mornings while Jane slept felt generous, leaving me more than enough to take care of the small tasks I needed to complete before fully stepping into mom mode for the rest of the day. But January is another story.
The rhythm has changed, and so have I. Mornings are no longer “enough time.” Staying out too long means my body quite literally calls me back home, my breasts harden, ache, remind me that my baby needs me. Lunches are eaten at home now, not out and about between meetings. My radius has tightened. My days are structured around a very different center of gravity.
Things are completely different, and there’s no pretending otherwise. I wouldn’t change it for the world. I am so deeply in love with my baby Jane, and I truly treasure the moments we share. I love spending time with my little family.
And yet, for someone who has always felt strongly defined by who I am outside the house, this is more than an adjustment. So far, I don’t know exactly how I’m making peace with it. I do know that this season will shift and change, again and again. I’ll be back out in the world, living my life in a fuller, louder way before I know it. But what won’t change is this: I am a mother now.
A role that feels instinctive and deeply joyful, and also demanding in ways I never could have fully anticipated. A role that expands me, grounds me, and challenges me all at once.
Things keeping me sane
So while I haven’t quite figured it all out yet, there are a few things that have genuinely made this transition easier and I’m happy to share them with you.
I had no idea how important this would be until I was living it. There is truly nothing worse than leaking through a non-nursing bra or wearing one that simply doesn’t do the job. These are incredibly practical, comfortable, and thoughtfully designed. A small detail, maybe, but one that makes everyday life so much easier.
Archibald Boulangerie
You know I’ve always been a baguette girl, but I’ve officially become a bit of a bread snob. Our new apartment happens to be on the same street as an Archibald, and we are very lucky. Even though I’m mostly focused on protein and vegetables right now, bread is non-negotiable. My favorite is the Campagne aux Graines. Everything is made with organic flours, natural sourdough, and long fermentation and you can really taste it.
Suzie Kondi Velours
I am being very intentional about when I attempt skinny jeans again. Until then, I’m essentially living in Suzie Kondi velours pants. They are the perfect balance between chic and comfort, which feels essential right now. Effortless and flattering in the best way. Love!
Nutrient Butterfat Keto
I was almost entirely off coffee during pregnancy, unintentionally, but probably for the best for baby Jane. Since giving birth, however, I am very much back on it. Lately, I’ve been especially enjoying my coffee with a generous scoop of Nutrient’s Butterfat Keto. It’s the perfect blend of MCTs, coconut oil, ghee, and grass-fed butter: healthy fats that provide a clean, sustained source of energy without the crash. It has become a small but essential ritual in my mornings.
Luxopuncture at Experimental Place
It’s no secret that I’m excited to gradually get back to my pre-baby body. I’m not putting pressure on myself, but I’m also not saying no to a little extra help. Luxopuncture is a non-invasive therapy inspired by acupuncture. Instead of needles, it uses infrared light to stimulate specific points on the body linked to energy pathways. I lost 1 kg in three days, so I’ll let the results speak for themselves.
Terraphy Concentration
As I ease back into work, focus is everything. Terraphy’s tinctures are, in my opinion, some of the best adaptogens on the market. Clean formulas, fast results, and thoughtfully made! While I love their full range, I’ve been loving Concentration. It’s been incredibly helpful on those quiet mornings when Jane is still sleeping and I have a precious window of time to truly get work done.
Happy Friday!
xx,
JJ
