Ashley Graham is one of the most relatable models and public figures out there. After becoming the first-ever plus-size model to be featured on the cover of Sports Illustrated, she has made it her mission to spread the body positivity message. And since Graham is keeping it real in every aspect of her life, she also held nothing back throughout her pregnancies, showing what it really takes to be a mom.
Being a mom to a boy and 2 twins, Graham is spreading a message that every mom has a right to choose whether breastfeeding is right for them, regardless of society’s expectations.
In a recent interview, Graham got candid about the consequences of being pregnant that every woman goes through but prefers to not be too vocal about. The model said she also considered keeping some things to herself, admitting, “Especially with how your body is changing when you’re pregnant, and stretchmarks, and the saggy skin, formula, breastfeeding. Cause there’s also this whole thing with people telling you how to feed your child.”
Ashley proceeded to explain her experience with breastfeeding: “With my first kid, I was like, ’I can only breastfeed! This is the right way!’ Then I had the twins, and I was like, ’I’m not doing this. This is not working here. Both of you want both of these? This is a lot of work.’ So I stopped breastfeeding when they were 5 months, and I gave them the best formula that I could find… And these little guys are so strong and so happy.”
Ultimately, Graham believes it’s up to every mom to decide between formula or breastfeeding based on their personal experience. She drove her point home, saying, “I don’t think we should be telling people how we should be feeding our kids.”
The model then became even more relatable, sharing her physical struggles after giving birth. She said, “Your body just fills up with nutrition, and the baby sucks it out of you. And then the baby comes out and all of a sudden you’re just fully depleted of everything, so your hair falls out, you get acne, I mean, the weight doesn’t come off.”
Graham explained her candidness, saying, “I like to represent myself as someone who’s just happy with who I am. And I had a journey, like, it is a journey, body confidence, being okay with who you are is a journey… I don’t ever want to lie.” And we’re all grateful for the model sharing her experiences with us, as it makes mothers around the world feel seen and heard.
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Funny Moments in Life
Once upon a time, there was a man who came home to find his wife of 10 years packing her bags. Confusion washed over his face as he asked, “Where are you going?” Little did he know, his wife had a surprising revelation. She boldly declared, “To Las Vegas! I found out that there are men who are willing to pay $500 cash for the very things I do for you, for free!”
As the husband processed this unexpected information, he couldn’t help but feel uneasy. After a moment of contemplation, he made a firm decision and began packing his own bags. Bewildered, his wife couldn’t resist raising her voice, “What on earth do you think you’re doing?” she screamed. With a mischievous smile, he replied, “I’m going to Las Vegas with you. I can’t wait to see how you’ll manage to live off a mere $1,000 a year!”
In another humorous encounter, an old lady found herself in a frustrating situation. She patiently waited for a parking space, only to have it snatched away by a young man in a flashy red Mercedes. Fuming with frustration, she approached the young man and exclaimed, “I was going to park there!” Unfazed, the man responded with a smug attitude, “That’s just what you can do when you’re young and vibrant.”
These amusing anecdotes remind us that life is full of unexpected surprises. Whether it’s discovering unusual career options or asserting our confidence in the face of cheekiness, embracing humor can lighten even the most exasperating situations. So let’s keep smiling and find joy in life’s funny moments!
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