As a woman and a mother of two, I haven’t slipped into a bikini since my pre-teen years. I go to great lengths to conceal what I perceive as “flaws” in my body, which makes it difficult to fully embrace the whole bikini mom phenomenon. Don’t get me wrong; I admire her confidence and the way she encourages others to celebrate their bodies. It’s fantastic that she has motivated many women to proudly wear their bikinis at the beach. Kudos to them!
However, I’ve always favored one-piece suits, which have recently evolved into skirted options. When I catch a glimpse of those classic bathing suits from old Hollywood films—those that cover more of the thigh and resemble mini jumpsuits—I find myself wishing they were still in style. The bikini mom seems to be a gentle nudge for me to accept my body and flaunt it, but it doesn’t help that she’s so slender.
Now, not only do I feel that I lack a bikini body, but I also grapple with feelings of insecurity. Sure, I applaud her for inspiring those who might be hesitant to show their stretch marks and imperfections, but the reality is that my feelings haven’t changed. Seeing others proudly display their bodies doesn’t necessarily boost my self-esteem. And while she has garnered an impressive 325,000 likes and 41,000 shares, the thought of forty thousand people sharing a picture of me in a bikini is still a nightmare scenario.
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In summary, while the bikini mom embodies confidence and self-love that many aspire to, I remain in my one-piece comfort zone. Recognizing our individual journeys can be empowering, even if they look different from the viral examples we see online.