by Stacey on July 12, 2011
This is an original post written by Jen.
Thank you for listening to her story.
I had my last miscarriage (of 3) in April of 2008. I have always been slim and petite but I have lost about 18 pounds since the miscarriage and now fluctuate between 115 and 118 pounds at 5 ft.
It’s very hurtful to see people excited and happy asking me if or when I’m expecting since I can’t seem to carry full term and I want to be a mother. It makes me vulnerable because I feel obligated to explain how I got this way, especially to people that know me.
I used to love my body now I spend all my time trying to cover it up. I feel so unattractive.
Jen is a 34 year old receptionist.
Together we unite. YOU are not alone!
photo credit: Dyanna
by Stacey on July 7, 2011
This is an original post written by Bobbie. Thank you for listening to her story.
I have a 3 year old daughter and a soon-to-be 7 month old son and only birthed large babies (my first was 9 pounds, and my second was 10 pound – both born via c-section).
- Every day I try on a needless five outfits…and I end up not caring in the long run.
- I’m constantly asked “What are you having?” and told “How exciting you’re expecting again!”
- The only response I can provide is “No, I’m not pregnant… just fat.” What else is there to say?
- Honestly I have not started to diet. I know, shameful.
- And I do not exercise.
It took me 2 years after having my first child to become comfortable with my body again. I remind myself of this every day. In time my body will go back to its old self (aside from mass amounts of stretch marks).
I think I may need to start a separate tummy-tuck savings account.
Bobbie has a beautiful daughter and son and they are living proof that dreams come true.
photo credit: A. Strakey
