I'm Back! | Where I've Been and What I've Been Up To
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- Опубликовано: 15 июн 2022
- Hi RUclips! It’s been a while… five months to be exact. So much has happened - I had twins, I took off work, I moved, went back to work, and 100 more changes in between. I’m so happy to finally sit down and fill you in on my life! #AffirmPartner
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I just found out I’m pregnant THIS MORNING! I’ve received so much love and encouragement already. But I know it’s not gonna be all peachy keen, so I really appreciate you sharing your real and authentic experiences. You’ve inspired me as a plus size model since I was a teen, and now you inspire me as a mother too ☺️ thank you!
congratulations! sending you so much love 💗 and totally agree, Ashley’s been inspiring me for so long! 😊
Oh my God! Congratulations Mama! I pray you have the time of your life! What are you craving? Do you have a pregnancy glow? Do you feel different now that you know you're someone's mother?
CONGRATULATIONS! 🥳🎉🎊
Congratulations🥰🥰🥰🥳🥳💜
Congratulations! 🎉 🎊
Its honestly such a relief to hear that even the Queen of Body Positivity isn't embracing it all the time, and is having these conversations with herself.. thank you so much for being willing to share your life with all of us, it makes me feel so much less alone!
You definitely aren't alone! It comes in waves and we have to remind ourselves to focus on the bigger picture!
I’m a single mom of two working full time in health care with no support, had the first child one 4 days after my 16th birthday - she just graduated with Honors in high school with a GPA of 4.2 and going to UC Davis in the fall majoring in Biochemistry and my son who is 6 years old. Yes I started over, but I definitely would not change a thing.We just took a daughter and mom trip to NYU celebrate it was soOoooO amazing! These Kiddos are such a Blessing… remember it’s okay to feel the way you do, it take a lot to be a parent, but I can tell YOU got this and yes there’s days you’ll cry out of being hesitated or times where you question yourself if you’re doing the right thing. Just those feeling alone is a sign that you’re a great mama - compassionate, empathetic, and strong 💪🏼 - sending you and your family lots of love 💕 from us 🥰🥰🥰 O and another thing is our looks doesn’t define us, it’s our perception - for me as long as I am healthy and can outrun my son, play ball, eventually do mauy thai with him and etc … Thats a BEAUTIFUL Blessing Life ♥️
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I am a single mother also with a 10 and 20 year old. Don't hear about a lot of moms having that age gap.
I wish I hoed around at 16 too. Too bad I didnt and now Im 30 and still a virgin. never had kids or got married.
@@daphneepaul3737 hoed? With that type of negativity mindset no wonder you’re alone. Hope things turns around for you and find peace and love for yourself and others.
I always love Ashley's videos. It's like checking in with a friend that you don't get to talk to often but she's just so real and honest. It's my favorite thing about her.
Shes the goat ❤
I’m a year postpartum and I still struggle with my “new” body and working out being different. This video let’s me know I’m not alone when times can be overwhelming.
you're never alone. There no rush or need to "bounce back". Our "new" bodies are still our bodies and that's what matters
I was scrolling and came upon your channel and I couldn't be happier. You have been such a role model to me and I'm still learning to live my body and not stress that 17 years later my tummy is still ever present,but I see you and other plus size influencers embrace your bodies and it's fills me with joy. Thank you for helping me to love me again 💕💕
I’m a 70 year old Nana so you may think don’t I have too much to add to this post partum conversation but yesterday I was visiting with a friend and she was down about her post menopausal body stating she’s just not the same person she was before.
Your comment about comparing ourselves to our (past) selves was so powerful. I’ve struggled with weight loss all my life and chronic health issues so on my 70th birthday I got my first tattoo, which is my mantra. It reads Dum Spiro Spero which is Latin for While I Breathe it Hope. Maybe that quote will help during the moments you are ‘in it’. This too shall pass. Enjoy that body that brought you those beautiful babies. Savour every stretch mark and every curve. We are such amazing powerful beings us women! Congratulations!
You Have Three Boys!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️.
Man, I just adore you. Your energy is on it girl!
You just killed me with Dino Hunter, adorable.
All The Best~You are a Gorgeous Body and Gorgeous Soul! 💫❤️
God was showing off when you FIVE were made.
Congrats!!!!
How exciting your new home.
You are incandescent with new Mummy excitement.
I reside on 6 acres, no neighbors and a ride on mower.
Australia. 🦄🦄🦄🦄🦄
I’m 8 months postpartum with a 4 year old and recovery from birth and pregnancy has been ROUGH. A little more of myself comes back every month, but I still miss ME.
Things that have helped me are taking my time away from being a mom and a wife and just being Rachel. Working and getting out of the house too.
I embraced nothing, I was shocked and panicked when my hair fell out. And my belly got smaller but the loose skin is still with me. It’s not easy but it does get better over time. Thank you for the quick update and congrats on the new home! I live in Maine now but grew up in northern NJ and had a great time. 🙂💜
I’m not even a new mom , I’m 22 and was in the best health in my life 6 moths ago (72 lbs) down from my HW and 42 down from my current journey now I’ve gained 20 of that 42 back & it’s so hard not to compare myself to myself even though I’ve been struggling mentally which is what caused it. But still, it’s like you can’t think of what you once were you have to think about who you can be given where you are which is something I know but still struggle practicing
I’m 36 weeks pregnant, feeling very tired and big. Even though I am extremely grateful to be able to have a child, I’m also struggling with my changing body. Just dealing with all the hormones, weight gain, stretch marks…
I feel this so much! Like you said, it will take time and it’s okay to struggle at times.
Welcome back. You were missed. You look beautiful. Congratulations on all the new First (1st) .
Congratulations on your sweet boys. 11 months postpartum here; agree that learning to be happy with your new body is a work in progress! God has certainly done a beautiful thing in allowing a woman's body to nurture new life.
I had 2 children in 2020 and in 2021 and I feel ya. My body is not mine since 2019. I am trying to remember how I looked and how my body felt before the children but it is hard. I plan to breastfeed at least 6 months more so I am counting the days when I will have my body for myself.
So much easy to be positive for someone else. You are gorgeous and so confident in your body. I have 2 boys, 9 years old and 8 weeks. So much hard to accept my body the 2nd times around especially I am 47 and feel the pressure to prove to everyone I am still young and can do it. Not easy everyday 🥲. Congratulations on your boys 😘
My baby is now a year and I am still feeling self conscious about my body! Thank you for sharing 🥹
When I look back pre-pregnancy at when I was the "healthiest", working out 6 out of 7 days, lowest weight I have had, lowest size I have worn, etc and compare to now, inconsistent weight, working out when I can, sleeping when I can, eating when I can LOL, juggling working, being a wife and a mom, etc I find the word balance has taken a whole new concept for me. Yes some things are now unstable but for me somehow I am more balanced, I´ve had the chance to really ask myself what are my goals, what is really important, what kind of life and example I want to set to my daughter. Yeah for some I might not look my best on the outside but I'm really focusing in my insight, my soul, my health, trying my best each day without loosing focus on what really matters, at the end of the day the size on my pants doesn't even come close to the importance of being a good mom to my kid, a good wife to my husband and a good and kind to myself! Seeing you doing so much with 3 kids its really inspiring!
Comparing yourself to yourself really resonated with me. As my body changes over time gaining weight and losing weight I find myself looking back constantly at what I used to be.
Hi Ashley! I'm 6 weeks postpartum and I can relate to this so much! I'm not okay most days and you tend to feel so alone at times. I know things will get better but damn , the days feel so long! Thanks for speaking so truthfully. Sending so much love! ❤️
Good Vibes sent your way✌🏻❤ slowly but surely, you will see how everything fall into place😉🙌🏻 believe me, my babygirl is 8 months old now and it is getting way better❤
You’ve got this beautiful new mom🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 y’all are the pillars of this earth 🌍 good luck on your journey
I am 15 years into having kids and it's been 14 years since I've had a child I still haven't learned to accept my body and I'm working on that seeing as how you loved your body as a plus-size model has really helped me I do need to lose some weight because I am not healthy but I don't need to be skinny I am five foot two I should weigh 124 lb at the most and am currently 230 lb I would like to get down to 180 I guess that's 50 lb and only to be healthy I don't care about being skinny my body will never look the way it did before kids and I'm okay with that but I just want to feel good anyways I just wanted to thank you for having such positivity about body and self and just being a wonderful example congratulations on the twins you are an amazing woman and mother and have a blessed day
This sounds all to familiar! My mom always told me:" honey, you are enjoying and embracing as much as you are capable of. That calmed my nerves. Welcome back, momma!
Sitting here watching this with my 3 month old. Definitely what I needed to hear, thank you Ashley
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I'm so happy you are BACK...YESSSS I Missed you so much. Im 57 and you have always inspired me. Keep glowing beautiful darling.
Ashely, you queen!! Thank you for being honest and real, it helps me to be comfortable in my own skin knowing other also struggle with self love from time to time. You are beautiful!
Thank you, love you and I needed the message you gave.
You’re such a beautiful soul 🧚🏼♀️☀️
Ah Ashley, my daughter is 9 & a half now & my belly has still got all the marks on. It's been with me nearly 10 years - and you know the stretch marks did fade overtime. Now they blend into my skin like they're just a part of me. I think once I got to know my post pregnancy body more - she became my friend. I loved her (even if I didn't at first) and still do. I think perspective really does change with time - so I hope anyone struggling with adjusting to a post pregnancy body can hopefully remember that. Congratulations on all your boys!!! ❤️
So happy for you + celebrating you!!!
Lovely to hear your experience x
I remember grieving the loss of my washboard stomach for 6 months after my first born (my daughter) turned my bellybutton into a sundial !!! Then gradually over the years - and after the birth of my son - my weight slowly crept up from 8 stone to 12 stone (yes I am old-fashioned, I still use stone). I turned 50 this year (my kids are 20 and 16) and I just say "hey I take up more space now!" You have been such an inspiration to me, Ashley; feminine, fierce, fabulous and gorgeous! Congratulations on your wonderful family and your big move. Enjoy!
Welcome back!! As a new mom myself I can totally relate to the body changes and learning to embrace this new body. And that it is ok to not be 100% comfortable in this new skin. I'm def working on NOT comparing myself to others, and even myself....like you said. So proud of how far you've come Ash!! Sending much love and light ❤ ❤ ❤
Ashley, I am also 5 months postpartum with Twin girls!! 🤯
I could not relate more to how you're feeling about your postpartum journey and self-image and the struggle is REAL. I'm going through the same thing I have always been plus size as well, but now this was my first pregnancy I've been through and it was TWINS and I feel like my pregnancy was easy, but the postpartum phase is harder than pregnancy was, and I'm not feeling myself or looking myself or feeling young and energetic either! everything is taking a toll on me and my confidence. I just want you to know that I hear you and I see you and I'm glad that all of us mommy's can support each other 💞💞
I'm so happy for you and i wish you guys the best!
I love that you’re so open! You have such a beautiful soul!
Love this update!! Love following you and your Family. Your doing just fine, keep it up✨💛
I had my first baby in October 2020 and my second baby may 2022. My boobs, hips, butt, thighs -- everything is so different and feels so different. It's hard to adjust to a bigger body and number on the scale when our society grooms us to be so critical of ourselves. We can embrace our new bodies though, and by doing that we are breaking that negative narrative that society wants us to live out.
Ty!! Sending you lots of love back!!
Congratulations on the twins!!! I love your positive energy and honesty. Best of luck in your new home too.
You are an inspiration and always have been to me. A full figured fabulous woman going through Peri menopause, I never had children but I so relate in so many ways!!! Thank you for sharing and always making us feel heard and respected!! Wishing you and your beautiful family much love and happiness!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Hi Ashley. I am from Philippines and I am a fan. I smile watching your videos❤️❤️❤️ thank you for inspiring a lot including myself
Oh my goodness thank you for your honesty, I so feel you!!
Yes, I so understand the spiral of self comparison. I’ve had declining mobility & severe, chronic pain for several years & now am in a wheelchair. Physical activity isn’t an option & comfort eating has been my “go to” for a few years. Here I am 150 lbs. more & can’t bare to look in a mirror. Finding clothes that feel good on, let alone fit, can’t be found. Have allowed my appearance to diminish my self worth. Not proud, feel pretty down.
I just love you. You got this girl!
Missed you!!! Glad your back and doing good and babies are healthy
Ashley thank you for the update. Your family is growing and you’re all healthy and beautiful. Keep working toward the woman, mother and wife you want to be and you will always glow with joy! Live life well!🙏🏾
I love that your back. I love your authenticity. God bless them babies and your new home! ❤️
thank you, I needed that - sending good vibes back
I totally agree with you Ashley! Keep doing you!
I absolutely love that you are so down to earth and convey that to your audience!! 💕 Congratulations on the twins and new home!!
You are so gorgeous and, yes, inspiring!!! ❤️❤️❤️ congratulations on your babies and your new home!!
i just love your energy. you inspire me so much! 💗💗💗
Ashley, thank you so much for sharing! It helps, really helps to stand and to move
What a blessing you are! I enjoy your realness!
I love Ashley's videos! As one who struggles with body image/acceptance, she is definitely an inspiration and someone I look up to. Thank you, Ashley!
It’s such a pleasure to watch you and listen to your thoughts!
Much love and respect 🙏🏽💗💗💗
Congratulations 🎉. Much continued success and God bless!
Truly happy for you! Love your positivity and personality, guuuuurl! 😍
You are such an inspiration! So real and honest. I’ve always loved that about you. 💜
Congratulations Ashley. So cool that you are so honest. Exciting for your new journey with twins
As I listen to my 4 month old whine in her crib after touchin my big ole belly. I feel you girl
You are absolutely beautiful! Thank you for your encouraging message 🙏
I just love how authentic you are ❤️
I love you so much 💖💖💖. May God bless your new home 💐
So glad to have you’re back ….. Congratulations you guys!!!! Looking forward to more content!!!
Lolz that was awesome!! I love how much fun you make all of your projects. I’m sure the teams you work with appreciate that too!!
I love you ❤️ so much Ashley you are inspiring and so proud of you of everything
Love u Ashley! Stay strong ❤️❤️❤️. You inspire me and all of us. 🥹
Love you AG you’re so beautiful inside and out. Such an inspiration!
I missed you so much and so glad your back 🧡
It’s really great seeing you Ashlie, I pray the best for you and your beautiful family!♥️🙏🏽😊
Thank you for your words ♥️ exactly how I’m feeling as a new mama. Thank you for being you.
I’m are SO excited for you and this next step in your journey with your beautiful family. You are such an inspiration for all of us queens out there. A sincere thank you to you and for sharing your journey to inspire us all. 💛
You speak to my soul! I needed your words! Thank you so much! You are so beautiful in and out!
this really touched me. it all feels so real to me. you are amazing.
thank you so much. ❤
Hi! I’m 7 weeks pp and I needed to hear this! Living in the moment ❤️. Thank u
You are fabulous, Love!
You’re so beautiful, inside and out!❤️
Your fantastic. Congrats on the mob and your beautiful family.
Omg congratulations 🎉🎊 su much bliss and joy!!!! I just realized that you had twins!!! 5 months... I’m late to the party! But thank you for sharing your thoughts and everything you go through.
My second child is 4 months old and damn, this really spoke to me. Thanks for your honesty and being so open! It’s nice when you hear about someone else feeling the same things as you 💗💗💗
This is just pure joy. Thank you trully for coming back! Thank you for your truth. Your magic
Welcome back Ashley 💖🤗
I love you so much AG ♥️ I mean I can’t even express. I love to listen to you and how you express yourself ♥️
Omg I love you and I don’t even know you but you always have such an amazing message. Beautiful inside and out feeling the love!
you are absolutely wonderful Ashley. God bless you and your beautiful family❤️
Thank you, Ashley for your voice. Even an Ol Soul like myself loves your journey! Also, you make me smile and laugh out loud!
💕 love that you have “my 3 sons” & all are happy & healthy! So happy 4 you! You are an amazing person as well as a model! Oh I could be “grandma” to your boys!!A devoted fan!
You are such a special woman , making women feel the same 🙏🏻 a special thank you.
Enjoy those fantastic happy years of memories in your new home 🏠🥰🥰🥰🇬🇧xxxxx p.s I am 61 years old & you help me to accept my body as well 😘
Thank you for sharing your thought and you have a buetiful family god bless just keep being you!!🙏❤❤
Sending lots of love to you! working moms are the coolest & strongest people ❤️🔥
Congrats on new house & babies!! One day at the time & enjoy each day. ☺️
I love your positive attitude and how beautiful you are in and out!!!
We all love you as you were, as you are now and how you will be in the future. Thank you for being you !
I’m so pleased to see this video- you seem to be so happy & grateful. Thank you for all your encouraging words x
OmG! You're my inspiration. You look more gorgeous than ever!
Girl I relate to this so heavily!!! Thank you for sharing, postpartum was hard but so much peace in relatability. Congrats on your sweet boys!
You are AWESOME!! Keep on keeping on momma!! Blessings for you and your beautiful family!!! 🙏🤗👏