Have anyone heard of this before? And, btw, not promoting what-so-ever. Just wanted to share. An ex-colleague of mine liked this on Facebook and anything about motherhood usually catches my eye so I thought I would take a look and WOW! To quote what it's about...

"The 4th Trimester Bodies Project is an ongoing photo documentary created by photographer and mother Ashlee Wells Jackson. This project is dedicated to embracing the beauty inherent in the changes brought to our bodies by motherhood, childbirth and breastfeeding."

I didn't know which section to put this post and saw "beauty/style" and thought it was appropriate.

My favorite part was reading all about the mothers and their individual stories about the birth of their child(ren). I haven't read through everyone's story yet but wanted to share with those who haven't heard of this project before. I bet some of us can all relate to one or another. I had two boys and gained just under 30 lbs with my first (7 lbs 4 oz) and 20 lbs with my second (7 lbs 13 oz) but I am 25 lbs over my ideal weight (or 2-3 clothing sizes bigger) and haven't been able to lose it almost two years postpartum with my second. Partly due to my age and partly due to the fact that I need to eat to keep up with my two boys! I'm happy with my body even if there are days that I grunt and moan because I can't find anything to wear that makes me look thin or to cover up my Michelin tire. Then I think about my two beautiful (but wild and crazy!) boys and I feel better. They are the reason why I am 25 lbs heavier than I'd like to be but they are worth it!

Here's the direct link to the page where you can find their stories.

The 4th Trimester Bodies Project

Some of them are pretty amazing! Okay, back to reading for me!