This is the physical component that is visible to others. Working out and going for routine doctor checkups is self care for your body. Having a well balanced diet can give your body more energy. After birth a mother can see her body in a different light. In my case, I was ashamed of my body after I gave birth. I was the heaviest I have even been with pregnancy stretch marks. I looked in the mirror and could not recognize the woman I saw. I knew then that I had to take action. I started eating healthier and working out. It is not expensive to eat healthier. The 99 cent store offers fresh fruit and veggies for a low price. Staying away from fast food can save you money. I started only cooking at home. I looked up mommy and me yoga videos on YouTube. These videos were great; because they showed me ways to incorporate my daughter into my workout. I was able to lighten my pregnancy stretch marks by applying cocoa butter and vitamin C serum. I lost my pregnancy weight and stretch marks overtime. I felt better about my body and did not have to worry about covering it up. Going to my routine doctor checks ups I learned that my body was severely vitamin D deficient. This explains why I had so much back pain, tiredness and hair loss. By simply taking a vitamin D pill prescribed by my doctor. ( You can buy this over the counter. But I had to be prescribed a very high dose because my body was extremely deficient. ) My hair started to grow back, my back pain has decreased, and I have more energy. This is why it is important to have regular check up and blood tests. Take care of your body. A simple 5 minute face mask or even painting your nails, can be self care.