There’s a lot of pressure on postpartum bodies these days—as if they hadn’t already been through enough. So if you’re still getting caught up in looking at every dimple or feeling frustrated about those stretch marks, try these five ways to celebrate your postpartum body this week. (Because, spoiler alert: It’s amazing.) And while you’re working on being kinder to yourself, here are simple routines to help raise a kind kid as well.

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PS. These viral birth photos will make you go . Plus, *here’s* why you can’t get enough of that incredible newborn scent.

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