For short term my body image improved alot. After 10 years though, I'd still like to feel better about myself. HOwever.......
I have learnt a new level of compassion.
I have learnt how to put my self in other people's shoes
I have become MUCh easier to set off into tears!!
I truly appreciate what my parents did for me.
Mainly though, it's taught me that there is nothing on this earth like the love of a mother for their child. I would do ANYTHING and go ANYWHERE for my children. I can't believe how strong the love is. I also have to remember that other mothers feel the same about their kids, and this has helped me especially with MIL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!