I'm a New Mom: These Are the 6 Elevated Basics I Can't Live Without

To put it simply, there's a lot going on immediately after you give birth. First of all, your body's changed and even if you do manage to lose the baby weight, your clothes usually fit differently than before. Then, there's the sleep deprivation which can make it hard to accept said new body changes. And of course, there's the taking care of a tiny human part which leaves little time for self care or at least, in my case, feeling the urge to "dress" beyond the sweats I left on the floor from the day before. 

However, my son is 8 months old now and it no longer feels like the stork just dropped him off - we're in a groove. I'm also firmly back in the land of the living since I've begun working again, which means I've had some time to navigate what pieces work best for me now that I have to think about function and not just form. Oversized styles have largely been at the forefront because comfort and flexibility are key. But, I've also been drawn to more structured basics because, in all honesty, they make this mom feel like the cat's pajamas. 

So, if you're a new mom who can't possibly begin to think about what to wear, I've got your back. The 6 elevated basics we all need at our disposal are just below.