Celebrity mothers experience significant body changes during pregnancy. Like anyone else, they hold before-and-after memories of the transformative hormonal journey spanning months. Many use their public platform to defy conventions by sharing postpartum photos, shattering the myth of unattainable perfection.
1. Kate Hudson
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Renowned for her roles in “Almost Famous” and “How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days,” Kate Hudson’s stardom skyrocketed. Recently, she fearlessly posted pregnancy pictures on social media. Later, she welcomed her first child with partner Danny Fujikawa. In the image below, witness her post-pregnancy body.
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2. Ashley Graham
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Featuring in magazines like Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, and Glamour, Ashley Graham, a globally renowned model, experienced her first pregnancy in 2019/2020. In January 2020, she welcomed her son Isaac. Months later, in October, she bravely shared images showcasing her post-pregnancy body.
3. Chiara Ferragni
The Italian entrepreneur, blogger, and influencer welcomed her second child, Vittoria Lucia, on March 23, 2021. Just shy of 2 months postpartum, by May 17, she confidently displayed her natural post-baby body on Instagram.
4. Pink
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You might not know that Pink is a mother of two. In 2011, her first daughter Willow was born. Willow is seen in the picture beside her pregnant mommy, who was carrying her second child in 2016. This led to the birth of her son, Jameson. Around four months after giving birth, in April 2017, Pink shared a postpartum workout photo.
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5. Meghan Trainor
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In 2021, the artist welcomed her first child with actor Daryl Sabara. Before giving birth, Meghan shared a workout video emphasizing prenatal health. Her candidness about the postpartum journey, expressed in the video just before childbirth, resonated well with fans. Daryl Sabara is recognized in the Spy Kids series.
6. Amy Schumer
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Rising to fame with roles in movies such as Trainwreck and I Feel Pretty, the actress, screenwriter, and producer Amy Schumer experienced her first pregnancy spanning 2018 to 2019. On May 5, she welcomed her son Gene. At a mere 2 weeks old, she proudly posted a social media snapshot of him post-bath.
7. Ashley Tisdale
You likely recognize her as Sharpay Evans, the antagonist from High School Musical. Ashley, now 36, was pregnant with daughter Jupiter Iris in 2020/2021, who was born on March 23. Just a month after, she posted a poolside picture, flaunting a figure akin to her pre-motherhood days.
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8. Ashley James
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Tracking her pregnancy journey until January 2021, the ex-Made in Chelsea star, now a presenter and DJ, underwent a transformative experience. This led Ashley to a profound appreciation of her body, culminating in the bold sharing of a photo taken merely 2 hours post-birth.
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9. Cardi B
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Cardi B, or Belcalis Marlenis Almánzar, revealed her second pregnancy on Instagram. In 2018, she shared her first pregnancy, leading to the birth of Kulture Kiari Cephus. Playfully, three months after giving birth, she inquired, “Girls, how do you get rid of the black line in the middle of your stomach after giving birth?”
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As these celebrity mothers fearlessly embrace the changes motherhood brings, we’re left wondering: How can we all learn to love and celebrate our bodies, just as they do?