I've been in denial for a while. The pandemic has warped my sense of time, making it feel like my age and reality are out of sync. When we first went into lockdown, I was still in my twenties. Fast forward to now, and I find myself approaching my mid-thirties. I've lived countless lives in that period and experienced significant growth. Yet, the last thing I expected at this stage was for my boobs to double in size. Despite measuring myself multiple times, having a professional measure me, and noticing how all my tops feel uncomfortably small, I’m still reeling from this change. It's becoming clear that I've experienced a second puberty.

This is another addition to the list of challenges that come with being a woman. After childbirth, I thought I had encountered all possible body changes, but I was wrong. This has been an adjustment and a mourning period as I come to terms with my new body. I've been roughly the same size for the past 15 years and have developed a concrete style and understanding of how to dress for my body. Now, I feel like I'm starting from scratch, getting to know and love my "new" body and its additional curves. It's as if I needed another thing to add to my plate. Thank you, Mother Nature, for your generosity. So, it's back to the drawing board as I adapt my style to my body type.

This experience has made me realize how important my work is for women who are transitioning in their lives. It can be incredibly scary and overwhelming to have the rug pulled out from under you. Having a system that works is a lifesaver when you're balancing running a household, managing a business, and maintaining personal sanity. Clothes provide a sense of security because they're the first thing people see when they meet us. Feeling misaligned when your clothes don't fully reflect who you are can be disheartening and uncomfortable. And who wants to feel like that? I certainly do not and won’t.

Thankfully, I already have a technique to identify my body type and what is most flattering for it, which simplifies evaluating my wardrobe. Removing items that no longer serve a purpose in my life creates space and opportunity for what truly belongs to me.