A new mum has spoken about her shock at being told to cover up her postpartum body by a stranger at a local swimming pool.
As Lexi Sinclair played poolside with her four-month-old son, a woman approached her and, after chatting, told her she did not approve of Sinclair’s choice of bikini.
Instead of snapping at the woman, or backing down, the Kansas City mum responded in an amazing way.
“I’m proud of my body. In just one year I’ve gained 50 pounds, and lost 37. I’ve grown a human and given birth to a beautiful miracle. My body provided food for my child,” she wrote on Facebook after the incident.
“So, no, my body might not be the best sight for other men to see. My stretch marks and tummy pudge might not be sexy. But they’re proof that I’ve done something amazing, and I have a man that loves me and finds me even sexier and more beautiful now. To be honest, I don’t give a tiny rats ass what other men, or a prissy twit like you think. Have a nice day though’.”
Lexi has recieved a wave of online support after posting about the run-in.
“You look awesome!!!! So proud of you for standing up to her stupidity !!!!! And shame on her,” one Facebook user wrote.
“You look beautiful momma, way to stick up for yourself!” said another.
Read Lexi’s full Facebook post here.
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