to all the people who say 'the title makes it look like she regrets she had a baby' listen, pregnancy isn't magical, soft, perfect etc...It's hard, painful, your body changes and that’s the reality.
Yeah I see a lot of comments saying that "she should've used a more positive title" like why would she when she's talking about something negative. Pregnancy isn't always pretty.
Yeah I agree but I believe it’s just how TH-cam works like, “click-bait”. They need to use strong words to catch the eye easier. Making us eager to see it right away
Nathalie Green it isn’t click bait though. Her body WAS damaged and isn’t the same. She isn’t like cardi b who gave birth and literally 2 months later has a 6 packs. Everyone is different
Omg I could cry to read this. I'm about 15 weeks and I'm so misserable. I've hated every second of this and I feel like theres something wrong with me for not being excited or happy about it. I'm so happy to know it's not just me.
Heaven Soto I totally get what you’re feeling. I’m 26 weeks and honestly it hasn’t been a good experience. I am so excited to be a mommy but it’s been rough, icky, and not all the fun.
Those red lines or veins are stretch marks that appear when you body grows a large amout in a short time.. it's common to people going through puberty and having growths in that area.. it's also common to men who exercise and their muscle's grow a large amount.. it's normal don't worry
They are actually just veins. When women are pregnant there is an increase of blood volume making veins in certain areas of the body more visible, and they stay that way longer if she breastfeeds. They do go away over time. Yes, she probably does have stretch marks on her skin that grew quickly, but what she was explaining is just veins caused by increased blood volume and suction.
Thank you so much!!! I got those weird stretch marks a while ago out of the blue and I freaked out! I couldn't find out anything about it and I thought that there was something wrong with me.
1. You do not look fat. I want you to know that. 2. Those red lines are stretch marks. They say with time they should go away naturally, but research it. There are different types of stretch marks.
Alex Reynoso i have stretch marks on my boobs & i’m about 14 and it really sucks but i know that i can use lotion to help but i mean they fade after a while .
@@izzischmitt8930 Lol same but on my legs and butt my mom says its bc i'm growing very fast i have it nowhere else my arms are literally sticks so lol i'm also 14 btw
Alex Reynoso Yup! I have had strech marks ALL over my boobs, stomach and thighs since like 13 lol. Some look better now at 17, but they are all still there. They ain’t anything to fuss about. And she does need to know she is not fat. I’m waaay more flabby than her and I have not had a kid. Title slightly makes me feel like my body is “ruined” too since it’s worse than hers and that’s what she’s saying, but whateverr
Colleen. You JUST had a baby. Trust me, it’ll get better. I gained 70lbs while pregnant. It’s been 7 years and yes I still have the stretch marks, but they’ve faded so much. Still have a pooch, but it’s shrunken down so much. Women’s bodies are so powerful and great. We can literally grow humans. Be proud of your bodies. It’s taken me a few years so I understand. We’re all beautiful
@Immi no, unfortunately. There's really no evidence that those things work. You can't spot reduce fat (lose fat in one area), you just need to burn fat all over.
This 🤗 9 months of growing life won't be erased in 2 months. I've always been told it can take up to a year to recover from a pregnancy. I think Colleen looks freaking amazing. She has mommy curves, and that is beautiful imo ❤
I’m not pregnant and really do not plan on getting pregnant anytime soon but this was super cool to see and really interesting to watch!!! Keep up the positivity!! :)
Congratulations on your newborn, you look fantastic. As a family doctor I see a lot of post-partum mummies and I can vouch that 80-90% of women have not gone back to their pre pregnancy body by week 6. It’s entirely normal to have some skin stretching following pregnancy and this should hopefully settle over the next few months. My most important advice is to continue gentle exercises whilst maintaining your mental health as being a new mum is a strain both physically and mentally. Wishing you all the very best.
THIS COMMENT! Yes! 6 weeks is nothing, half a year is nothing, even. Give it time, exercise, love and you will se. I thought my body would never go back, and it took about a year before things got close to normal. It's amazing how the skin and body can transform itself, people just gotta give it time.
offcourse you can, just take it slow, fast walks with the stroller is a great way to exercise in the beginning. But sure, you have to make sure everything is okay with your body before you exercise as you normally would.
I was a stick pre-pregnancy and got really really hugeeeee while pregnant and HATED being pregnant too. My belly button is forever destroyed with loose skin and I’ve had a hard time accepting that but at the end of the day, it’s just a belly button. They are weird regardless 😂 and I got a beautiful daughter out of it. Her perfection is worth every “imperfection” on my body now. 💕
I cannot tell you how many times I told myself (even while watching this video) that stretch marks / post-baby pooch / pregnancy gain over 30 pounds is acceptable for every woman...except for me. We have to start loving ourselves more. We have to start having the same expectations for ourselves that we have everyone else. We are so beautiful... for goodness' sake you made a baby and you need to own that. You are amazing. We are amazing.
I think many celebrities has made the expectations of snapping back after having a baby. Its fine not to snap back in a month or 2. Be patient and love yourself.
I'm not even pregnant but wow this gave me all the feels!! Thank you for making this! I struggle with body acceptance everyday and this made me realize I'm too hard on myself and have such a skewed vision of perfection. YOU DA BOMB!
Just thought i'd chime in and say thank you for being so candid about your difficult pregnancy. Pregnancy to me is always portrayed almost always as this natural, happy and wonderful experience and i think it's wrong to not show the unhappy and difficult pregnancies - there should be no stigma. Having a hard pregnancy and hating being pregnant doesn't mean you love your baby any less - thank you for helping make that known!
I’m coming out of puberty (14) so I’m done with the large part of it. Obviously I’m still growing but I got them on my boobs and they went away in about I few months. Everyone is different.
Girl I have excess skin on my belly to. It’s not just pregnant women. I lost 70 pounds. And I got a few small stretch marks on my stomach after being 186 pounds. I’m now 114.
Hi everyone, I'm a girl, and in school we have the pregnancy/baby unit in health, we were not told anything about what happens to your body after pregnancy I think that is one of the many flaws about our school system, this video has been very helpful to inform me and hopefully other people about what happens after pregnancy . I find it sad that women have not felt comfortable to talk openly about this or have not been heard when speaking up about this, I admire Colleen for feeling okay to talk about this. I am really happy to know that postpartum pregnancy is becoming more acceptable to talk about.
Rosè I completely agree. I didn’t have anyone to talk to after I gave birth to my first baby except my mom and it was shocking to find this stuff out for the first time in real life and have heard nothing about it in school or any other place
@@chrissycrumley-shockey1005 I was the same! Minus being able to talk to my mother. I didn't have anyone to tell me what to expect after i gave birth to my daughter not just physically but mentally as well!
Well, I think the expectation and hope is that from the unit, they won't be having lots of teen mums, therefore explaining post-partum would be a bit unnecessary with that expectation, it could generally wait until post-partum or once you are pregnant, and that's something you would/could talk to a specialist/doctor/obstetrician about in due time
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I'm watching while she's pregnant (with twins from what the internet sleuths have figured out, she hasn't announced yet tho) and it's still soooooo insane how giant her tummy got.
Jemma J it's all subjective. To you it looks amazing because you are used to looking at stretch marks. To her she is comparing her body post 2 months baby to her body pre pregnancy. That's not amazing even though the weight loss is pretty remarkable. She's so new to this she doesn't realize it takes more than 2 months and it takes an exercise routine for that area. Can't just wake up skinny and young and tight like a lot of pre baby women do.
When I was around 15, I suddenly developed hips..... and stretch marks came with them. I was slender, fit, etc..... and yet: stretch marks. Some times nature just screws you over a bit. You work with what you got, not focus so much on what cannot be helped and enjoy the benefits: I’v never had acne issues, yaaaaay.
Colleen give yourself a break. YOU JUST POPPED OUT A HUMAN CHILD! Give yourself some time to get back to who you used to be and the body you feel comfortable in
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Livi Holland I agree with the first comment- it takes at least 6 months for your body to bounce back- also that you are nursing helps as it takes the fat from everywhere to create enough for Flynn to get all that he needs. We are most critical of ourselves after the birth of our boys- it stretches the tummy that much more in the front. Get out for lots of walks with Flynn ( and the dogs.) it will go. And get back to healthy eating. (And still allow for an occasional beer( helps milk production)
the red lines are most likely stretch marks because you grew so fast in a short amount of time. a lot of girls have this even before pregnancy so you shouldn’t be insecure about it :)
Eno For Life everyone has stretch marks, kind of everywhere. I have em on my stomach, my arms, and the back of my thighs! Just because you don’t see them on models doesn’t mean there’s anything wrong with them :)
Eno For Life i have stretch marks on my hips and i’m only 15. i was a really chubby kid when i was younger but i am fitter now and i love my stretch marks. it tells the story of how i lost weight and became more confident in my own skin. many women have stretchmarks but honestly people don’t genuinely care if you have them, it’s just another cute mark on us :)))
I definitely agree with you . I’m currently 30 weeks pregnant and my boobs have these weird red stretch marks that Colleen is talking about and my boobs started leaking so early on !
When I was 10 I started to be upset with my body and I knew that people shouldn't get upset at that age. I used to get bullied for my body but now I am so positive and I will forever love my body no matter what.
To all the 13 and 14-year-old kids watching this video and asking if they "weigh too much" or "if its bad that I am x pounds" please, please remember that you are a young teen! Your body is still growing, and going through puberty and that is okay! Colleen is in her 30's and fully grown, so of course, her body is going to look different! That is not a bad thing. Your body is going to look different at 16 then it does now, and your body at 21 will look different than at 16! That is normal! Please do not let this video fool you into thinking that gaining or losing weight is a bad thing. It is so normal. Take care of yourselves, treat yourself with kindness and compassion, that is more important than how much you weigh.
Actually I have those thought everyday and for a good reasan I am almost 14 and weight A LLOOTwhatever I tellmyself. People keep making me think that I am TOO BIIG and actually all bodies aren't beautiful even though "fat" people are beatiful. I think that everyone can be beatiful even though there bodies are not beatiful
I am 7 months pregnant and watching you talk about your struggles helps so much. So many TH-cam and celebrity women only show the happy parts and it feels like they go back to skinny perfection right after having a baby and it’s super discouraging. You make me feel human. My fiancé cheated on me while I have been pregnant because I wasn’t as attractive and because I wouldn’t have sex with him. It’s been extremely difficult and you help me get through this. Thank you for everything
Girl I’m 7 months too!! And I’m so sorry about your fiancé, obviously he doesn’t get it. You’re beautiful no matter what and you’ve got that beautiful little life growing in you! All the pain we’re going through and self image changes will be SO worth it when our tiny little humans are born. ♥️
You are beautiful! You are strong! Your body is amazing for growing a new life! You don’t deserve to be treated that way by your fiancé, I hope things work out and just remember all the pain you’re experiencing now isn’t forever😊
That is horrible what your fiance did to you! Honestly, it's a shame that he doesn't understand pregnancy! I hope you find someone way more supportive in the future! Stay strong!
Ashley Anderson I am so sorry that happened to you! He’s not worth it and you are such a strong person. You‘re beautiful no matter what on the inside and out!
Love this video! I totally identify with all your feelings and am hopeful to find love for my postpartum body too... (when I get there, I’m still in the growing stage 🤰🏼) Thanks for being so honest and PS, you look amazing! ❤️
I cant wait for round 2 of this video about her body after the twins. (Ofc only if she is comfortably and has the time) I just was really grateful that she talked about her experience, it made me feel less alone and provided me with a lot of information.
I think Colleen’s experience with pregnancy is just very different from what is shown in mainstream media, or most celebrity pregnancies. It really shows a different side of pregnancy and body image. I really hope people will take more notice of vastly different experiences of women and I think Colleen is really amazing and inspiring for sharing this more uncommonly shown side of pregnancy and the female body image in general😊
That is a lovely Comment Ashley Chen. I also know that having a baby is incredible but also as if it is painful. I have never went trough pregnancy and I know its hard for other women but I'm sure they got through it.
colleen i am so proud of you, honestly you are so amazing the fact your a mom now and your on tour and have been constantly busy and trying your best is incredible. your body is amazing!! you can do anything !! keep being positive!!
The red lines are stretch marks!! I’ve never had a baby but I definitely had substantial boob growth when I was around 14 and I was covered in those red lines. They’re stretch marks. They’ll fade eventually Update: OK they don't always fade for EVERYONE. They usually do and it's okay if they haven't! But lotion and such helps. And there's no problem with having stretch marks either! WE ALL GET THEM! It's proof our bodies are amazing.
@@chelsy6654 usually they fade. i'm 32 and i have stretch marks everywhere (boobs, butt, belly, hips, arms, thighs). also, like 99% of people have stretch marks and they're probably just as self conscious about it as you. when you get older and you're naked with someone, stuff like stretch marks is soooo not something that bothers people.
goodXgirl x but beauty or what “beautiful” means, is entirely subjective. So saying someone “doesn’t need to be beautiful” is kind of a vague statement since everyone perceives physical beauty differently. So to me it makes more sense to say everyone is beautiful in their own
That's true, but I personally, I like being called beautiful, u know? It's a nice bonus! But yes, beauty isn't everything. Unfortunately, some people in business world might beg to differ. It's sad but true. Beauty SHOULDN'T BE EVERYTHING. AND I DON'T THINK IT'S EVERYTHING.
After having my son , my stomach is now ruined!! He was worth it but it still doesn’t make me think my stomach is beautiful. Your body changes so much after having a baby . I don’t understand why people are saying that it’s insulting for someone to say that they feel like their own body is ruined. Colleen is amazing for sharing her experience. She is entitled to say how she feels and I respect her for doing so.
Yup... I blame my fat on my 5 kids lmao. Anytime it crosses their minds to criticize my weight I remind them that that fat is because my body created them..
I think some people feel bad if their tummy or body looks "worse" than hers and their taking her feelings and applying and comparing to themselves. It's not healthy to think like that :( but I remember being overweight as a kid and teen and hating when thinner people said they were fat or packing on pounds. But we all should be allowed to feel however!
I like how she can trust us enough to show us. Alot of people would be insecure about it, and be to afraid. Colleen is just out there living her life and not caring what people say. Love you for that
I’m SO glad you talk about not enjoying being pregnant. I am 18 weeks and it’s only getting worse for me. Not just physically but mentally. I feel like an alien. I don’t feel like myself and it’s driving me crazy. I have carried around SO much guilt because I am not enjoying my pregnancy. I have been so hard on myself because I think I’m a loser for not loving pregnancy. I truly, deeply appreciate you being so open. It has helped me more than I can ever really say. Much love ❤️❤️❤️
Guuurl, I felt like this too, I hated being pregnant. And I’m scared that if I get pregnant again, it will be 9 months of torture, really. BUUUT I love being a mom, nothing feels better than being able to snuggle up to your kid. You are definitely not a loser and just you wait - your best years are ahead! :) Congrats on the babyyy! ❤️
You could definitely still wear a crop top and high-waisted jeans! Articles of clothing are not confined to one body type that’s “allowed” to wear them ❤️
Just had my son over 10 hrs ago. C section. Too much in love with my second child to care and you get too busy too. I want to be healthy. Do I want my feminine body back? Yes but not at the risk of being unhealthy. I lost all my pregnancy weight with my daughter in the 1st week because I had a very rough time. Lost the ability to feed her with my milk, migraines and plenty of baby blues and post partum. Focus on your health over your looks and be proud of the scares. We are all amazing for giving life.
I'm in labor at the moment with twins and I have to get a C-section in an hour but I'm terrified cause I'm only 15 if you have any tips about after birth I would appreciate it
Addison Star I’m 12, and I have no idea how women get through it. You’re so strong, and I’m so proud of you. You got this girl! I’m cheering on for you!
Update!: the babies are healthy and i decided when I was 5 months not find out the genders till birth and I'm proud to say I'm a mom of 1 boy and 1 girl. The boys name is Landon (a healthy 7.4 lbs) and the girl is Colette ( a healthy 6.9 lbs) anyways recovery is going nicely. Stay Safe!
Did half of the people in the comments not hear her explanation? She is body positive, she is simply referring to HER body and mentions several times that everyone’s bodies are different. This video is only about her body, and the things that she feels are “ruined” may be completely fine to OTHER people. Everyone has good and bad days, some days she wasn’t so positive to her own body- but let’s be honest, nobody is positive towards themselves 100% of the time. This video isn’t about every single viewer individually, so please let’s all just sit down and learn about someone else’s point of view on the subject, shall we?
not cool I don’t necessarily think she needs to seek help for not feeling confident 24-7, self confidence is not a very clear subject for anyone. Which aspect in your opinion seemed like she needed mental help?
@@coffeesticks_03 I think most people would agree that it most certainly does not, and that your comment is a hugely inaccurate overreaction. Like a literalllll overreaction, but okay.
I'm not trying to pick a fight, but this is ridiculous. I'm 50 kilos and almost the same height as her and I'm completely healthy. You should stop trying to make people feeling better by "insulting" others.
So grateful you've done a video like this. I'm 28, I've never had a baby and I think it's crazy that at my age I literally had no idea how many changes a mother goes through. This stuff just does not get discussed and it should. Your son is gorgeous btw so well done and congratulations xxx
Yes! I was literally thinking, mama you're only 7wks pp! It took 9 months to grow a human, it takes at LEAST that long for most women's body's to stop postpartum changing. My body is so different now at 25wks pp vs 7wks pp, like SO different!
Colleen ... i am only 14 and wish to have a child of my own in the future but i know that every women who becomes pregnant gains weight. And that isn't your fault. Yes women are different and all beautiful no matter the difference before or after being pregnant. You look beautiful and also so positive all the time. You make me less afraid and angry at gaining weight after pregnancy. Love you so much. Thank you so much for being such a huge role model. Keep it up, you're beautiful and best of wishes to Flynn.
I can’t even tell you how much I appreciate this video! I struggled with depression during my pregnancy and was also a biiiiig mama. I was the same as you before pregnancy, total stick insect. Then maaaaassive torpedo belly. I even gained the same amount of weight (30kg). Then I looked just how you look now! It is so amazing to see someone that looks like me talking about it!!! All the videos online are of people with 6 packs like a week after birth and it’s sooo easy to be super hard on yourself! Thank you for always being real!! You probably won’t see this comment but I feel like it needed to be said anyway 💗💗
Honestly high waist jeans are called mom jeans for a reason, they hold in the mom belly so well. You don't need to miss them they should be your go to. Sincerely, a mom. P.S. I can't help you with crop tops that's purely a confidence thing, sometimes I feel fierce in them, and sometimes I feel like a potato.
Renee Peasley yes about high waist jeans !!! i love them, that’s all i have in my drawer after my having my first baby, he is currently 6 months. Also i can relate i feel the same when i wear crop tops 😂😂
I love watching your pregnancy videos. I'm currently pregnant and rewatching them and it's just nice to connect with someone I've watched for years. It's like talking with friends.
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I actually really love colleen’s baby videos they are so educational and she really does tell you every detail about her pregnancy. She is also very supportive and kind and loving to every woman. I think it’s amazing. Love you colleen
You honestly look so much healthier now than you did pre pregnancy Colleen. Plus, there’s people like me that look like you do post pregnancy-normally and on a good day cuz we have hella pouchy stomachs 🤣 but whateves my point is kudos to you for looking this good now and you’re doing great. The important thing is to achieve a healthy lifestyle for your body’s sake and health and so you can spend long years loving yo baby💕 much love
I've always wanted to be a mom but growing up I realized how difficult it is to go through pregnancy and now I feel like I don't want that experience, I've had anorexia, I'm always struggling with my weight and my body shape. I can't even handle the natural changes that my body goes through every single month with periods and hormones and so on. I can't imagine how taxing being pregnant can be and this video is really helpful because it's honest and I feel really identified with your thoughts. I'm still young and don't want kids but this makes me reflect on how I see myself and my body and how I treat myself so thank you.
Asuna ; (what I think about me when I comes to the future possible of pregnancy) I don’t want to get pregnant because I have epilepsy and I don’t want to risk having a epileptic segier(can’t spell that right sorry) and possibly kill the baby or I might die during labor but also I think wait my mom had me while having a shaking segier and she’s still alive so I don’t real know right now but I’m still young and still have time to make my decision in the future
I'm pregnant now (8 weeks) and it is unpleasant but not impossible. I do think she had a particularly difficult pregnancy. As for the body stuff, I would consider therapy. I didn't have the same issues as you, but therapy really helped me work through my childhood and teenaged stuff.
Adoption is always an option! Or even a surrogate if you’re able to afford it. However, there are always, always babies and kids and teens waiting to find a loving home.
I'm a large breasted teenager and I don't have kids, but the pink wormy lines are probably stretch marks. I have those too. And the veins are probably from the skin stretching and thinning out. :) Hope this helps!
Luca Jay Get some coco butter lotion Palmers is the best and/or add some vitamin E oil to your everyday lotion Give this time to work at least 6 month it might work for you sooner, but use every day. Check to make sure your not allergic okay do a patch test on your arm or talk to your dermatologist doctor or your doctor to make sure.
Look I hated my body since I was in 1st grade watching this video and her saying that everyone is beautiful made me feel great I have always been over weight since a baby this video just helps me so much
Colleen, you look bomb considering you 7weeks post pregnancy! I feel like you could get pretty close back to your original size if you wanted to. Not everything would be the same, but you've already lost so much of the pregnancy weight!! Also, you could totally still wear crop tops & high waisted jeans!
Colleen you are such an inspiration, I love the fact that your so proud of being yourself. I aspire to be as self-confident as you. I love you!!!!!!! 💞💞
I had two really uncomfortable pregnancies too, but it was so worth it that I tried to get pregnant a third time, but it never happened. I hated being pregnant, but it's only 9 months out of your whole life, and my children are the sole source of joy in my life that any discomfort was well worth it to me.
The red lines are probably stretch marks. I've never had a baby, I'm 17 and I have a ton of those on my boobs and my hips and thighs. I got them super fast when i hit puberty, I've always kind of hated them but this video makes me feel better. Also you look so good colleen, just want you to know we all love you and support you and you're body confidence is really helpful.
can someone please explain to colleen that she could literally talk about TAXES and i wouldnt be bored of it. i wish she knew how wonderful and entertaining she is and id watch anything she posted all the way through
A girl in my community had an extremely bad complication when delivering her baby and she should have died, she was in a coma for a month, she’ll have to relearn so much, her mental capacity will probably be never back to what it was and she will never fully heal. THAT IS A BODY RUINED BY PREGNANCY. Colleen’s body beautiful before and even more beautiful after.
I fully support Colleen and I am so happy she shares these videos BUT i really wish she wouldn't say pregnancy ruined her body. Nothing is ruined. She is still so beautiful and her body is strong and majestic for having birthed her little baby. Using the word ruined just puts a negative connotation on birth as a whole, in my opinion.
The word "ruined" DOES get more people to click on the video, though. And SHE'S A MOMMA NOW. SHE NEEDS THIS AD REVENUE TO SUPPORT HER LITTLE BUNNY! ahem... Sorry about that... XD
When I was 9 I started hating my body, and knowing that people judge their bodies at an older age,I’ve heard that I need therapy by my older sister....But I’m glad to see that Colleen recovering and Colleen U Will Always Be Beautiful
Therapy can help you to be more comfortable with yourself. You can also write down some positive sentences, hang them where you brush your teeth (or somewhere you look every day) and read them until you start to BELIEVE them and FEEL them. ❤
I'm 16and I got the veins and "red lines" when i hit puberty ig because of sudden growth. The red lines are stretch marks and they went away for me. Idk what the deal with the veins is though.
Gigi Ang they can, but it depends on the body and where they are (after losing weight, I’ve lost the ones on my hips but not my thighs) but remember they are totally normal!!! Lasses getting stretch marks just means you’re getting curves and your body is growing well, and it’s a shame to say that they are almost a guarantee if you’re a lass that go hip and breasts after puberty.
is it just me or does she look lowkey more beautiful after pregnancy? not to be like, "oh no like omg ur so pretty hehe!" no like she actually look so much more healthier and her thighs make her have that bomb hourglass figure. And her stomach looks like it will keep getting better.
Going way back to tell you your body isn’t ruined Colleen! Just different & that’s okay. I know the Colleen of these days would be upset if someone said their body was “ruined” by pregnancy. Love you!
to all the people who say 'the title makes it look like she regrets she had a baby' listen, pregnancy isn't magical, soft, perfect etc...It's hard, painful, your body changes and that’s the reality.
Yeah I see a lot of comments saying that "she should've used a more positive title" like why would she when she's talking about something negative. Pregnancy isn't always pretty.
Yeah I agree but I believe it’s just how TH-cam works like, “click-bait”. They need to use strong words to catch the eye easier. Making us eager to see it right away
Nathalie Green it isn’t click bait though. Her body WAS damaged and isn’t the same. She isn’t like cardi b who gave birth and literally 2 months later has a 6 packs. Everyone is different
Omg I could cry to read this. I'm about 15 weeks and I'm so misserable. I've hated every second of this and I feel like theres something wrong with me for not being excited or happy about it. I'm so happy to know it's not just me.
Heaven Soto I totally get what you’re feeling. I’m 26 weeks and honestly it hasn’t been a good experience. I am so excited to be a mommy but it’s been rough, icky, and not all the fun.
Those red lines or veins are stretch marks that appear when you body grows a large amout in a short time.. it's common to people going through puberty and having growths in that area.. it's also common to men who exercise and their muscle's grow a large amount.. it's normal don't worry
And they fade!
They are actually just veins. When women are pregnant there is an increase of blood volume making veins in certain areas of the body more visible, and they stay that way longer if she breastfeeds. They do go away over time. Yes, she probably does have stretch marks on her skin that grew quickly, but what she was explaining is just veins caused by increased blood volume and suction.
Your second comment just taught you a very short lesson.
Thank you so much!!! I got those weird stretch marks a while ago out of the blue and I freaked out! I couldn't find out anything about it and I thought that there was something wrong with me.
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*it’s nice how she’s so authentic about everything she talks about*
Agreed, I have learned so much thanks so her being open and authentic with her pregnancy
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I know right lol
Girl, you have always looked good
Before
During
After
Yes she has
Yes!
yasss
totally
Colleen before pregnancy : beautiful
Colleen during pregnancy : beautiful
Colleen after pregnancy : guess what she's still freaking beautiful
Yaas
Yep
ClaireAmy sooooooo true! 😘
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Sooooooooooo true she is always beautiful
1. You do not look fat. I want you to know that.
2. Those red lines are stretch marks. They say with time they should go away naturally, but research it. There are different types of stretch marks.
Alex Reynoso i have stretch marks on my boobs & i’m about 14 and it really sucks but i know that i can use lotion to help but i mean they fade after a while .
They don’t go away but the fade A LOT. They turn from purpley-red to silver.
@@aimbea2646 that is my experience too!
@@izzischmitt8930 Lol same but on my legs and butt my mom says its bc i'm growing very fast
i have it nowhere else my arms are literally sticks so lol i'm also 14 btw
Alex Reynoso Yup! I have had strech marks ALL over my boobs, stomach and thighs since like 13 lol. Some look better now at 17, but they are all still there. They ain’t anything to fuss about.
And she does need to know she is not fat. I’m waaay more flabby than her and I have not had a kid. Title slightly makes me feel like my body is “ruined” too since it’s worse than hers and that’s what she’s saying, but whateverr
Colleen after having a baby is still skinnier than me at 17 never having had a baby
Wow
Sara Martins but you’re still beautiful ❤️
@@mynameistori_2177 aaaaw thank you so much, made my day ❤
Same here. She really takes her body for granted and so do many women.
@@trinitywilliams1670 but I do understand her. The mind is a weeeeird thing
Sara Martins awe no problem! Glad I could make your day ❤️😊
When I asked my mum why she doesn’t mind her belly got mark by pregnancy with me, she said, “because I love you”
ちょこ 😭😍😍😍
😭❤️❤️😍
ちょこ bro that’s cute and sweet
Aww my thats so adorable ! MY MUM SAYS THAT TOOOOOOOOO!!!
AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH 😢 😭 😭 😭 ❤️ ❤️ ❤️
Colleen. You JUST had a baby. Trust me, it’ll get better. I gained 70lbs while pregnant. It’s been 7 years and yes I still have the stretch marks, but they’ve faded so much. Still have a pooch, but it’s shrunken down so much.
Women’s bodies are so powerful and great. We can literally grow humans. Be proud of your bodies. It’s taken me a few years so I understand. We’re all beautiful
😭😭😭😭 Lovely comment.
@Immi no, unfortunately. There's really no evidence that those things work. You can't spot reduce fat (lose fat in one area), you just need to burn fat all over.
It takes nine months to make a baby it takes time for your body to heal. Give yourself some time
Yep that's what my doctor said to me too
This 🤗 9 months of growing life won't be erased in 2 months. I've always been told it can take up to a year to recover from a pregnancy. I think Colleen looks freaking amazing. She has mommy curves, and that is beautiful imo ❤
9 months in, 9 months out... Even the pregnancy hormones
Dear Colleen,
You are beautiful.
True
True
Gorgeous*
Loser Kid BAKUGO? I love the pfp
@@chemicalvampz thank u~
Colleen is one of the only people that when she says she thinks everyone is beautiful I believe her
Colleen
Same
@@jannahholbrook8755 what?
@@jannahholbrook8755 huh
*either way 9 months pregnant or skinny colleen is a freaking goddess*
I’m not pregnant and really do not plan on getting pregnant anytime soon but this was super cool to see and really interesting to watch!!! Keep up the positivity!! :)
Cool idc
Shannnon Pece don’t start you little twat
fatima ather negativity aside, that’s a lovely thing to say and I totally agree
fatima ather If you really want children, adoption is an option.
@@shannnonpece2525 that's rude and uncalled for.
Congratulations on your newborn, you look fantastic. As a family doctor I see a lot of post-partum mummies and I can vouch that 80-90% of women have not gone back to their pre pregnancy body by week 6. It’s entirely normal to have some skin stretching following pregnancy and this should hopefully settle over the next few months. My most important advice is to continue gentle exercises whilst maintaining your mental health as being a new mum is a strain both physically and mentally. Wishing you all the very best.
THIS COMMENT! Yes! 6 weeks is nothing, half a year is nothing, even. Give it time, exercise, love and you will se. I thought my body would never go back, and it took about a year before things got close to normal. It's amazing how the skin and body can transform itself, people just gotta give it time.
You're not supposed to exercise so soon after the birth!!!!!!!!!!!!
offcourse you can, just take it slow, fast walks with the stroller is a great way to exercise in the beginning. But sure, you have to make sure everything is okay with your body before you exercise as you normally would.
THIS
1000th like yey
The veins are the extra blood flow to produce milk. The wormy lines sound like varicose veins.
@Lore Star from how she described it, sounded more like veins. She knows what stretch marks are
O tayyyyy
I think the red lines are stretch marks
I was a stick pre-pregnancy and got really really hugeeeee while pregnant and HATED being pregnant too. My belly button is forever destroyed with loose skin and I’ve had a hard time accepting that but at the end of the day, it’s just a belly button. They are weird regardless 😂 and I got a beautiful daughter out of it. Her perfection is worth every “imperfection” on my body now. 💕
SincerelyGracie aw👩👧👼🤰🏼🤱🏼🍼🇺🇸
You are such a good mom
SincerelyGracie I’m a huge fan of both you and Colleen 🥰🥰 and this makes me so happy to see! You’re both beautiful great mommas and look amazing 💗💗
This is so selfless I love it
Well said! :D ❤
Her body post pregnancy is just my regular body. You look great girl!!
Visible veins on breasts are totally normal during pregnancy and during breastfeeding.
Danikka Bicart what about when you’re not pregnant... just fair skinned
Yup very true
😝
@@foreveryoung5700Since your skin is lighter it's easier to see the veins anywhere on the body that they could be prominent. So that's normal too. 😁
ForeverYoung she said they are visible also when you breastfeed
I have a lot of them without any pregnancies
I never realised how skinny you were before you were pregnant 😱
ikr she was sooo skinny she was like a barbie doll lol
Me too
Same
Yep
Ikr she still is
I cannot tell you how many times I told myself (even while watching this video) that stretch marks / post-baby pooch / pregnancy gain over 30 pounds is acceptable for every woman...except for me. We have to start loving ourselves more. We have to start having the same expectations for ourselves that we have everyone else. We are so beautiful... for goodness' sake you made a baby and you need to own that. You are amazing. We are amazing.
AccidentallyGraceful your body is beautiful no matter what. You made a human!!!!! Who cares what anyone else thinks!!!! Congratulations!!!!!!
So So true!
AccidentallyGraceful OMGG u were the FIRST asmr artist IVE EVER WATCHED BACK IN 2016
AccidentallyGraceful yes!!!
Honestly this is very true
I think many celebrities has made the expectations of snapping back after having a baby. Its fine not to snap back in a month or 2. Be patient and love yourself.
Shantel James this is so sweet, aww 💛
this is so important
Your so nice❤️
First 3 months are the roughest.
Also, celebrities higher the best nutritionist and trainers right away, so that they can “snap back” fast. This isn’t a realistic idea for everybody.
I'm not even pregnant but wow this gave me all the feels!! Thank you for making this! I struggle with body acceptance everyday and this made me realize I'm too hard on myself and have such a skewed vision of perfection. YOU DA BOMB!
That is really good, and I bet you are a gorgeous person 🙂
I do as well
Colleen:I think most of you haven’t had a baby
*me:I am the baby*
You see, I want to like this. But it's at 69 likes-
Lmao
you are wrong if you were a real sub you would know that she was preagnet
Danika TGV she means she is young
O
Just thought i'd chime in and say thank you for being so candid about your difficult pregnancy. Pregnancy to me is always portrayed almost always as this natural, happy and wonderful experience and i think it's wrong to not show the unhappy and difficult pregnancies - there should be no stigma. Having a hard pregnancy and hating being pregnant doesn't mean you love your baby any less - thank you for helping make that known!
Alex very true
True
And the most challenging my mum suffered for nine months with me in her belly...You're welcome mum!
The things on the breasts are strech marks and it is from rapid breast growth and will eventually fade away
She really needs to know this stuff bro
@@nikkimartin5578 ya
NikkiPlayer mine never faded and my son is 2.5 lol
Aye but ive had those since puberty and they havent gone away in over a decade
I’m coming out of puberty (14) so I’m done with the large part of it. Obviously I’m still growing but I got them on my boobs and they went away in about I few months. Everyone is different.
I think that she has bounced back really well. She looks fantastic!
IKR! I don't even see a stretch-mark. She looks great!
Girl I have excess skin on my belly to. It’s not just pregnant women. I lost 70 pounds. And I got a few small stretch marks on my stomach after being 186 pounds. I’m now 114.
I just hope you lost weight safely and are healthy!
@@justapuffin7303 I gained some back
Hi everyone, I'm a girl, and in school we have the pregnancy/baby unit in health, we were not told anything about what happens to your body after pregnancy I think that is one of the many flaws about our school system, this video has been very helpful to inform me and hopefully other people about what happens after pregnancy . I find it sad that women have not felt comfortable to talk openly about this or have not been heard when speaking up about this, I admire Colleen for feeling okay to talk about this. I am really happy to know that postpartum pregnancy is becoming more acceptable to talk about.
This is such a good idea!! My high school was the same! It would be incredibly beneficial and informative to include post partum in that course!
Rosè I completely agree. I didn’t have anyone to talk to after I gave birth to my first baby except my mom and it was shocking to find this stuff out for the first time in real life and have heard nothing about it in school or any other place
@@chrissycrumley-shockey1005 I was the same! Minus being able to talk to my mother. I didn't have anyone to tell me what to expect after i gave birth to my daughter not just physically but mentally as well!
Rosè I have join school too
Well, I think the expectation and hope is that from the unit, they won't be having lots of teen mums, therefore explaining post-partum would be a bit unnecessary with that expectation, it could generally wait until post-partum or once you are pregnant, and that's something you would/could talk to a specialist/doctor/obstetrician about in due time
Girlfriend, you had a baby 7 weeks ago and your looking sister snatch, tell those haters to BACK OFF
Megan Streich “haters,, back off”
okay i’m leaving now😂❤️
Ouuu someone watches james charles
@@jillgoodman4344 Haters back off The tv show meh favorite part is Miranda got kicked out of the queer
Nola Belle yes
I know everyones saying it, but your honesty is so refreshing and is why so many of us just love ya so much!
Joel & Lia OMG!!! Luv U guys 😭🥰🥰🥰 I subscribed along time ago, and I still watch all your videos as soon as you post them. Keep being amazing as you are 💘
Couldn’t agree more!
OMGosh!! Love your channel.
Eeeee I love you guys!! 💕
So close to 200k
I'm watching while she's pregnant (with twins from what the internet sleuths have figured out, she hasn't announced yet tho) and it's still soooooo insane how giant her tummy got.
It's gonna be like twice that size now lol!!!
I really hope for her sake this pregnancy is mentally easier for her
Honest to god, ur body looks amazing, i have lots of stretch marks!! Ur stomach is almost flat and not even a single stretch mark.
Jemma J. I have a lot of stretch marks so ur not alone
Jemma J it's all subjective. To you it looks amazing because you are used to looking at stretch marks. To her she is comparing her body post 2 months baby to her body pre pregnancy. That's not amazing even though the weight loss is pretty remarkable. She's so new to this she doesn't realize it takes more than 2 months and it takes an exercise routine for that area. Can't just wake up skinny and young and tight like a lot of pre baby women do.
There’s nothing wrong with stretch marks!! You’re still beautiful
Same
When I was around 15, I suddenly developed hips..... and stretch marks came with them.
I was slender, fit, etc..... and yet: stretch marks.
Some times nature just screws you over a bit.
You work with what you got, not focus so much on what cannot be helped and enjoy the benefits: I’v never had acne issues, yaaaaay.
Colleen give yourself a break. YOU JUST POPPED OUT A HUMAN CHILD! Give yourself some time to get back to who you used to be and the body you feel comfortable in
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Livi Holland I agree with the first comment- it takes at least 6 months for your body to bounce back- also that you are nursing helps as it takes the fat from everywhere to create enough for Flynn to get all that he needs. We are most critical of ourselves after the birth of our boys- it stretches the tummy that much more in the front.
Get out for lots of walks with Flynn ( and the dogs.) it will go. And get back to healthy eating. (And still allow for an occasional beer( helps milk production)
Madina F no
Nederlands?🤪
the red lines are most likely stretch marks because you grew so fast in a short amount of time. a lot of girls have this even before pregnancy so you shouldn’t be insecure about it :)
Dana McGregor I recently noticed I had stretch marks on the back of my thighs. I’m now so insecure about it 😩
Eno For Life everyone has stretch marks, kind of everywhere. I have em on my stomach, my arms, and the back of my thighs! Just because you don’t see them on models doesn’t mean there’s anything wrong with them :)
Eno For Life i have stretch marks on my hips and i’m only 15. i was a really chubby kid when i was younger but i am fitter now and i love my stretch marks. it tells the story of how i lost weight and became more confident in my own skin. many women have stretchmarks but honestly people don’t genuinely care if you have them, it’s just another cute mark on us :)))
I definitely agree with you . I’m currently 30 weeks pregnant and my boobs have these weird red stretch marks that Colleen is talking about and my boobs started leaking so early on !
@@carolinew2084 Don't be insecure! So many women have them. And I promise they probably aren't even as noticeable as you think they are.
When I was 10 I started to be upset with my body and I knew that people shouldn't get upset at that age. I used to get bullied for my body but now I am so positive and I will forever love my body no matter what.
i feel like i could listen to colleen talk about her pregnancy for hours on hours on hours and never be bored
Jenniann Herrera same
“hours on hours”? Isn’t it supposed to be “hours and hours” instead??
Aylin i don’t think it really matters people understand what i’m saying lmao
Colleen. You are BEAUTIFUL. Beautiful DOESN’T mean perfect.
Your perfect just the way you are
Yes
Correct
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Slay
That’s the best thing I’ve ever heard!
WELL THEN WHAT DOES IT MEAN
I never knew how skinny she was before pregnancy, but she's so strong for persevering and continuing to be a light on self love
Colleen-the only thing that brought me joy during my pregnancy was eating
Me:the only thing that brings me joy is eating
To all the 13 and 14-year-old kids watching this video and asking if they "weigh too much" or "if its bad that I am x pounds" please, please remember that you are a young teen! Your body is still growing, and going through puberty and that is okay! Colleen is in her 30's and fully grown, so of course, her body is going to look different! That is not a bad thing. Your body is going to look different at 16 then it does now, and your body at 21 will look different than at 16! That is normal! Please do not let this video fool you into thinking that gaining or losing weight is a bad thing. It is so normal. Take care of yourselves, treat yourself with kindness and compassion, that is more important than how much you weigh.
Thankyou I needed that
Yee
@@someoneelse2415 they do, people at that age many of them already worry about their weigth, shouldnt be that way but it still happens
Wow thank you
Actually I have those thought everyday and for a good reasan I am almost 14 and weight A LLOOTwhatever I tellmyself. People keep making me think that I am TOO BIIG and actually all bodies aren't beautiful even though "fat" people are beatiful. I think that everyone can be beatiful even though there bodies are not beatiful
I am 7 months pregnant and watching you talk about your struggles helps so much. So many TH-cam and celebrity women only show the happy parts and it feels like they go back to skinny perfection right after having a baby and it’s super discouraging. You make me feel human. My fiancé cheated on me while I have been pregnant because I wasn’t as attractive and because I wouldn’t have sex with him. It’s been extremely difficult and you help me get through this. Thank you for everything
Girl I’m 7 months too!! And I’m so sorry about your fiancé, obviously he doesn’t get it. You’re beautiful no matter what and you’ve got that beautiful little life growing in you! All the pain we’re going through and self image changes will be SO worth it when our tiny little humans are born. ♥️
You are beautiful! You are strong! Your body is amazing for growing a new life! You don’t deserve to be treated that way by your fiancé, I hope things work out and just remember all the pain you’re experiencing now isn’t forever😊
Channon rose was honest also
That is horrible what your fiance did to you! Honestly, it's a shame that he doesn't understand pregnancy! I hope you find someone way more supportive in the future! Stay strong!
Ashley Anderson
I am so sorry that happened to you! He’s not worth it and you are such a strong person. You‘re beautiful no matter what on the inside and out!
Love this video! I totally identify with all your feelings and am hopeful to find love for my postpartum body too... (when I get there, I’m still in the growing stage 🤰🏼) Thanks for being so honest and PS, you look amazing! ❤️
Hi Mr.Kate ❤
Mr. Kate hiiii 👋🏼❤️
Good luck for The pregnancy 🤰🏼
That's nice of you to say that!
You both are so inspiring!!! ❤️
Good luck with your pregnancy!!! (Not that you’ll need it 😘😉) love youuuuuuuuu
I cant wait for round 2 of this video about her body after the twins. (Ofc only if she is comfortably and has the time) I just was really grateful that she talked about her experience, it made me feel less alone and provided me with a lot of information.
I think Colleen’s experience with pregnancy is just very different from what is shown in mainstream media, or most celebrity pregnancies. It really shows a different side of pregnancy and body image. I really hope people will take more notice of vastly different experiences of women and I think Colleen is really amazing and inspiring for sharing this more uncommonly shown side of pregnancy and the female body image in general😊
Ashley Chen I totally agree and I think it is actually more common than uncommon...
That is a lovely Comment Ashley Chen. I also know that having a baby is incredible but also as if it is painful. I have never went trough pregnancy and I know its hard for other women but I'm sure they got through it.
This!❤ except I do believe this is actually more common than not.
yes
Am I the only one who thinks Colleen is absolutely beautiful? *She's amazing* :-)
You are not the only one infact I think she's absolutely beautiful as well.
@@NelsonVanDweller how do you know? Obviously there would be changes but I don't think it's ruined.
idc what your body shape is you're still
Creative
Optimistic
Lucky
Loving
Energetic
Encouraging
Noble
we all love you Colleen
u forgot beautiful 😇
Heyyitsmeemma look at the first letters that are in caps it spells her name
@@niadsouza6580 yeah that's what i was trying to do
Guys, u know B belongs there too? Colleen B. B for beautiful!
@@foamyfrappuccino2669 yes
colleen i am so proud of you, honestly you are so amazing the fact your a mom now and your on tour and have been constantly busy and trying your best is incredible. your body is amazing!! you can do anything !! keep being positive!!
The red lines are stretch marks!! I’ve never had a baby but I definitely had substantial boob growth when I was around 14 and I was covered in those red lines. They’re stretch marks. They’ll fade eventually
Update: OK they don't always fade for EVERYONE. They usually do and it's okay if they haven't! But lotion and such helps. And there's no problem with having stretch marks either! WE ALL GET THEM! It's proof our bodies are amazing.
Just use a good moisturizer and they should fade to light /silvery lines
bekah beth they fade? Thank god! I’m fourteen and I have those and I’m so self conscious about them.
bekah beth THEY DO NOT FADE
@@chelsy6654 usually they fade. i'm 32 and i have stretch marks everywhere (boobs, butt, belly, hips, arms, thighs). also, like 99% of people have stretch marks and they're probably just as self conscious about it as you. when you get older and you're naked with someone, stuff like stretch marks is soooo not something that bothers people.
bekah beth hey so I’m 14 now and I got them any help with how to fade them Im trying coconut oil but not sure if it’s working 😭
*Girl, I'm not even pregnant and I already eat 70 pounds*
I think the issue is that we keep saying:
'everybody is beautiful'
instead of..:
'you don't need to be beautiful to have worth.'
i 100% agree with you
Exactly!!
exactly. not everything has to be seen as beautiful to be acceptable in society
goodXgirl x but beauty or what “beautiful” means, is entirely subjective. So saying someone “doesn’t need to be beautiful” is kind of a vague statement since everyone perceives physical beauty differently. So to me it makes more sense to say everyone is beautiful in their own
That's true, but I personally, I like being called beautiful, u know? It's a nice bonus! But yes, beauty isn't everything. Unfortunately, some people in business world might beg to differ. It's sad but true. Beauty SHOULDN'T BE EVERYTHING. AND I DON'T THINK IT'S EVERYTHING.
This is how many people are kids while watching this?!
👇🏻
Xxbeauty xX me
Lmao im a teen a kid what idk 💀
What you mean you look like a kid
Lmao
Xd me
Red wormy lines are new stretch marks, they'll turn white eventually.
Mine never turned white (4 years on), it depends on your skin colour maybe.
@@EstherEllenLoves are you light skinned or dark/tan skinned?
yes it's only for fair skinned people obviously 😅
Esther Ellen im very pale and mine have been very red for like 4 years too
Rachel Ferro they might turn lighter but not all the way white for some people and for some people it takes a long time to get lighter
After having my son , my stomach is now ruined!! He was worth it but it still doesn’t make me think my stomach is beautiful. Your body changes so much after having a baby . I don’t understand why people are saying that it’s insulting for someone to say that they feel like their own body is ruined. Colleen is amazing for sharing her experience. She is entitled to say how she feels and I respect her for doing so.
Yup... I blame my fat on my 5 kids lmao. Anytime it crosses their minds to criticize my weight I remind them that that fat is because my body created them..
Thank you for this comment, I think all the haters really need to read this
I think some people feel bad if their tummy or body looks "worse" than hers and their taking her feelings and applying and comparing to themselves. It's not healthy to think like that :( but I remember being overweight as a kid and teen and hating when thinner people said they were fat or packing on pounds. But we all should be allowed to feel however!
U JUST SAID “My Stomach is now ruined” U LITERALLY CALLED IT INSULTING WHEN THEY SAY THAT U HYPOCRITE
you sneezed and no one could say bless you so bless you
Sumehra Mamun don’t bless her, she’s already blessed.
Sumehra Mamun you’re so cute!
I like how she can trust us enough to show us. Alot of people would be insecure about it, and be to afraid. Colleen is just out there living her life and not caring what people say. Love you for that
I’m SO glad you talk about not enjoying being pregnant. I am 18 weeks and it’s only getting worse for me. Not just physically but mentally. I feel like an alien. I don’t feel like myself and it’s driving me crazy. I have carried around SO much guilt because I am not enjoying my pregnancy. I have been so hard on myself because I think I’m a loser for not loving pregnancy. I truly, deeply appreciate you being so open. It has helped me more than I can ever really say. Much love ❤️❤️❤️
Logan Danae I don’t know you, but I guarantee you are beautiful and wonderful! Stay strong! 😘
Guuurl, I felt like this too, I hated being pregnant. And I’m scared that if I get pregnant again, it will be 9 months of torture, really. BUUUT I love being a mom, nothing feels better than being able to snuggle up to your kid. You are definitely not a loser and just you wait - your best years are ahead! :) Congrats on the babyyy! ❤️
stay strong girl! also i love your pfp
Logan Danae stay strong you are awesome 💖💖💖💖
Logan Danae how can you be Prego when you are a dude
you could wear any clothes!!! don’t compare yourself to other women compare yourself to the person you were yesterday ❤️❤️
You could definitely still wear a crop top and high-waisted jeans! Articles of clothing are not confined to one body type that’s “allowed” to wear them ❤️
❤👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻❤
Just had my son over 10 hrs ago. C section. Too much in love with my second child to care and you get too busy too. I want to be healthy. Do I want my feminine body back? Yes but not at the risk of being unhealthy. I lost all my pregnancy weight with my daughter in the 1st week because I had a very rough time. Lost the ability to feed her with my milk, migraines and plenty of baby blues and post partum. Focus on your health over your looks and be proud of the scares. We are all amazing for giving life.
Omg he should be 10 months by now! I’m so happy for you. Congratulations. :)
@@brookemcb he is thank you! So happy❤
I'm in labor at the moment with twins and I have to get a C-section in an hour but I'm terrified cause I'm only 15 if you have any tips about after birth I would appreciate it
Addison Star I’m 12, and I have no idea how women get through it. You’re so strong, and I’m so proud of you.
You got this girl! I’m cheering on for you!
Update!: the babies are healthy and i decided when I was 5 months not find out the genders till birth and I'm proud to say I'm a mom of 1 boy and 1 girl. The boys name is Landon (a healthy 7.4 lbs) and the girl is Colette ( a healthy 6.9 lbs) anyways recovery is going nicely. Stay Safe!
Did half of the people in the comments not hear her explanation? She is body positive, she is simply referring to HER body and mentions several times that everyone’s bodies are different. This video is only about her body, and the things that she feels are “ruined” may be completely fine to OTHER people. Everyone has good and bad days, some days she wasn’t so positive to her own body- but let’s be honest, nobody is positive towards themselves 100% of the time. This video isn’t about every single viewer individually, so please let’s all just sit down and learn about someone else’s point of view on the subject, shall we?
That isn't body positive though..
not cool I don’t necessarily think she needs to seek help for not feeling confident 24-7, self confidence is not a very clear subject for anyone. Which aspect in your opinion seemed like she needed mental help?
@@coffeesticks_03 That's on her, then, isn't it? Not us. It doesn't make you a bad person to be in a bad place about any issue you might be having.
@@coffeesticks_03 I think most people would agree that it most certainly does not, and that your comment is a hugely inaccurate overreaction. Like a literalllll overreaction, but okay.
Never watched this girl. Her title is shitty though.
I can’t believe you didn’t get any stretch marks on your belly!! That is one aspect you are super lucky with
Yes she was so lucky on that. My mom have big red long ans itchy stretch marks
Yeah she's super lucky
That’s literally the only way she was lucky
Em I am only tiny but got covered in them during puberty when I put on literally half a stone. So I just know I’ll get them :(
You look healthier now than you did before you were pregnant, and your body is BEAUTIFUL don’t listen to anyone who says otherwise
Are you saying that skinny isn't healthy? Grow up people.
Amélie Lacroix She was 117 pounds. Underweight. Unhealthy. Never said anything about _skinny_ being unhealthy.
I'm not trying to pick a fight, but this is ridiculous. I'm 50 kilos and almost the same height as her and I'm completely healthy. You should stop trying to make people feeling better by "insulting" others.
Amélie Lacroix Jesus who peed in your Cheerios this morning, don’t get so goddamn offended
@@Emilyemiluemloy what a mature reply. Of course you don't understand why I'm offended. Let's just leave it, dumbass.
So grateful you've done a video like this. I'm 28, I've never had a baby and I think it's crazy that at my age I literally had no idea how many changes a mother goes through. This stuff just does not get discussed and it should.
Your son is gorgeous btw so well done and congratulations xxx
She’s literally skinnier than most non pregnant women! She’s gorgeous!!
Ikr
So pretty
ur tummy skin will definitely get tighter! don't forget you're only 7 weeks post partum! don't worry too much you will always be beautiful anyway x
Summer Aimee Louise Forrest u say tummy lol
Liv Romanello I do indeed
Your new body is good
Yes! I was literally thinking, mama you're only 7wks pp! It took 9 months to grow a human, it takes at LEAST that long for most women's body's to stop postpartum changing. My body is so different now at 25wks pp vs 7wks pp, like SO different!
Your so sweet
Colleen ... i am only 14 and wish to have a child of my own in the future but i know that every women who becomes pregnant gains weight. And that isn't your fault. Yes women are different and all beautiful no matter the difference before or after being pregnant. You look beautiful and also so positive all the time. You make me less afraid and angry at gaining weight after pregnancy. Love you so much. Thank you so much for being such a huge role model. Keep it up, you're beautiful and best of wishes to Flynn.
Isabella_G that's my name j
Sorry didn’t mean to comment my phones glitching and won’t let me delete anything
Am I the only one who just pauses the video and just goes through the comments...For some- Odd reason? QwQ
@Scott Hall I have it playing on my tv and pause it on my phone to go through comments
I don't pause, I read while I was watch lol
I can’t even tell you how much I appreciate this video! I struggled with depression during my pregnancy and was also a biiiiig mama. I was the same as you before pregnancy, total stick insect. Then maaaaassive torpedo belly. I even gained the same amount of weight (30kg). Then I looked just how you look now! It is so amazing to see someone that looks like me talking about it!!! All the videos online are of people with 6 packs like a week after birth and it’s sooo easy to be super hard on yourself! Thank you for always being real!! You probably won’t see this comment but I feel like it needed to be said anyway 💗💗
All future dads
1) throw the scale out the window
Lol
Exactly
Yes
222Nilya222 Kat lol I was just going to like this comment but then I realized that the likes are at one two three so I decided to leave it a,one lol
222Nilya222 Kat omg yyyeeeeesssssss
Honestly high waist jeans are called mom jeans for a reason, they hold in the mom belly so well. You don't need to miss them they should be your go to. Sincerely, a mom. P.S. I can't help you with crop tops that's purely a confidence thing, sometimes I feel fierce in them, and sometimes I feel like a potato.
Renee Peasley yes about high waist jeans !!! i love them, that’s all i have in my drawer after my having my first baby, he is currently 6 months. Also i can relate i feel the same when i wear crop tops 😂😂
Since becoming a mom high waisted jeans have become my best friend! They're so comfortable, and help me feel super confident.
Renee Peasley I'm pretty sure they aren't called "mom" because they're high waisted
I love watching your pregnancy videos. I'm currently pregnant and rewatching them and it's just nice to connect with someone I've watched for years. It's like talking with friends.
you are beautiful.
Oof
SweetTreats Hey everyone I’m trying to grow my channel & it would mean so much if everyone can subscribe and support me through my dream journey 💓💓💓 please help me be 500 subscribes by this month! Currently that’s my biggest goal
She is
SweetTreats how did this get 647 likes and it’s been up for 54 minutes
Thanks for not asking for likes!
*Colleen: pregnancy ruined my body
Me:food ruined my body*
OMG MEEEEEE😂😭💀( I was prego with food)
I don't know if i can relate
Wow same
XD
Me too
I actually really love colleen’s baby videos they are so educational and she really does tell you every detail about her pregnancy. She is also very supportive and kind and loving to every woman. I think it’s amazing. Love you colleen
space baby your not nice.
Shae Garwood I liked this and it became 99
girl you have always been so BEAUTIFUL!!!! and to everyone out there, love yourself, be kind to each others and yourself, and stay positive!!!
You honestly look so much healthier now than you did pre pregnancy Colleen. Plus, there’s people like me that look like you do post pregnancy-normally and on a good day cuz we have hella pouchy stomachs 🤣 but whateves my point is kudos to you for looking this good now and you’re doing great. The important thing is to achieve a healthy lifestyle for your body’s sake and health and so you can spend long years loving yo baby💕 much love
I agree
She looked healthy before her pregnancy
I've always wanted to be a mom but growing up I realized how difficult it is to go through pregnancy and now I feel like I don't want that experience, I've had anorexia, I'm always struggling with my weight and my body shape. I can't even handle the natural changes that my body goes through every single month with periods and hormones and so on. I can't imagine how taxing being pregnant can be and this video is really helpful because it's honest and I feel really identified with your thoughts. I'm still young and don't want kids but this makes me reflect on how I see myself and my body and how I treat myself so thank you.
I’m sorry
Asuna ; (what I think about me when I comes to the future possible of pregnancy) I don’t want to get pregnant because I have epilepsy and I don’t want to risk having a epileptic segier(can’t spell that right sorry) and possibly kill the baby or I might die during labor but also I think wait my mom had me while having a shaking segier and she’s still alive so I don’t real know right now but I’m still young and still have time to make my decision in the future
I'm pregnant now (8 weeks) and it is unpleasant but not impossible. I do think she had a particularly difficult pregnancy. As for the body stuff, I would consider therapy. I didn't have the same issues as you, but therapy really helped me work through my childhood and teenaged stuff.
Adoption is always an option! Or even a surrogate if you’re able to afford it. However, there are always, always babies and kids and teens waiting to find a loving home.
I'm a large breasted teenager and I don't have kids, but the pink wormy lines are probably stretch marks. I have those too. And the veins are probably from the skin stretching and thinning out. :) Hope this helps!
Luca Jay
Get some coco butter lotion Palmers is the best and/or add some vitamin E oil to your everyday lotion
Give this time to work at least 6 month it might work for you sooner, but use every day.
Check to make sure your not allergic okay do a patch test on your arm or talk to your dermatologist doctor or your doctor to make sure.
@@az_cx So u r a teen girl..
@@mysteryjosh198 obv
@@az_cx Just asking
@@az_cx Because i am 17 years old and i don't really get this video alot but i am still trying to watch the full video..... it is so long
Look I hated my body since I was in 1st grade watching this video and her saying that everyone is beautiful made me feel great I have always been over weight since a baby this video just helps me so much
Unfortunately I wasn’t always but now I am
Mama you look great for 7 weeks post babe..keep wearing the firming garment..it helps
Colleen, you look bomb considering you 7weeks post pregnancy! I feel like you could get pretty close back to your original size if you wanted to. Not everything would be the same, but you've already lost so much of the pregnancy weight!! Also, you could totally still wear crop tops & high waisted jeans!
The veins are normal and the lines . My sister in law is pregnant and she has the same thing . They are just stretching
Yeah, a ton of women get stretch marks anytime your body grows, weather it be during puberty or pregnancy
Yes stretch marks I have them too
Colleen you are such an inspiration, I love the fact that your so proud of being yourself. I aspire to be as self-confident as you. I love you!!!!!!! 💞💞
everything she said is probably why i never want to be pregnant. I'm glad she's not trying to push the whole "its so beautiful, you'll love it"
It actually is for some people. Everyone has a different experience.
I had two really uncomfortable pregnancies too, but it was so worth it that I tried to get pregnant a third time, but it never happened. I hated being pregnant, but it's only 9 months out of your whole life, and my children are the sole source of joy in my life that any discomfort was well worth it to me.
it depends on your genetics. my mom had an extremely chill pregnancy so if i were to get pregnant i probably would have the same experience.
@@KaliDurga108 Not necessarily. My mom and sister both had hard pregnancies and long labors. Mine have been pretty chill and quick.
@@crochetingcanuck Exactly. There is no way of predicting what sort of pregnancy someone will have.
Okay I’m being so honest rn...Colleen you look SO GOOD!!! Your body looks so beautiful!!! Super mom
Superrrr mom omg remeber went she became a super aunt hahah with parker,bailey,jacob and duncan
The red lines are probably stretch marks. I've never had a baby, I'm 17 and I have a ton of those on my boobs and my hips and thighs. I got them super fast when i hit puberty, I've always kind of hated them but this video makes me feel better. Also you look so good colleen, just want you to know we all love you and support you and you're body confidence is really helpful.
That's also what I thought, I've had the same
TheMadHatter _19 I have them too in the same places , so that’s what I thought she got too
TheMadHatter _19 r u a girl and if not I never knew men grow boobies sorry if it’s rude I’m still in primary x
Colleen:giving birth to a human
Me:giving birth to a food baby (contractions from eating too much for lunch)
Hahahaha
Oml same
sooo poop?
Lol
So I am not the only one who calls them that
can someone please explain to colleen that she could literally talk about TAXES and i wouldnt be bored of it. i wish she knew how wonderful and entertaining she is and id watch anything she posted all the way through
Ben Tabib IKR❤️
Same
Pregnancy doesn't ruin a body, it brings it to the height of it's strength and ability ❤💕
No, pretty sure it ruins it.
A girl in my community had an extremely bad complication when delivering her baby and she should have died, she was in a coma for a month, she’ll have to relearn so much, her mental capacity will probably be never back to what it was and she will never fully heal. THAT IS A BODY RUINED BY PREGNANCY. Colleen’s body beautiful before and even more beautiful after.
@@QueerNoob are you being sarcastic
@@iliketurtles511 that is insane and sucks so badly. 😢💖
+Brynn Money that sucks, I feel for your friend. Yeah, none of that for me, thanks.
I fully support Colleen and I am so happy she shares these videos BUT i really wish she wouldn't say pregnancy ruined her body. Nothing is ruined. She is still so beautiful and her body is strong and majestic for having birthed her little baby. Using the word ruined just puts a negative connotation on birth as a whole, in my opinion.
Yeah I thought that too when I first read the title. It kind of goes against what she's saying in the video.
Yeah it sends out a really negative message. She says dont compare yourself to me but says pregnancy ruined her body wtf
I agree, like what if her son watches this video when he is older. He will feel so bad about it
The word "ruined" DOES get more people to click on the video, though. And SHE'S A MOMMA NOW. SHE NEEDS THIS AD REVENUE TO SUPPORT HER LITTLE BUNNY! ahem... Sorry about that... XD
Colleen: tell me what ya'll think
me: I think your Beau-
Collen: Actually don't, I don't care what you think
me: oh I was gonna say you're beautiful 😔
Lol
I agree
any size looks beautiful on you Colleen
In 35ish weeks you gained 70 pounds, you have lost 43 pounds, over half of what you gained, in 7 weeks, I would say that is pretty good.
When I was 9 I started hating my body, and knowing that people judge their bodies at an older age,I’ve heard that I need therapy by my older sister....But I’m glad to see that Colleen recovering and Colleen U Will Always Be Beautiful
I feel this way
Thats same
This is so sad.
It's horrible what media does to our self-esteem and then the damage it does on our bodies.
I am like that right now I am 9 😭 I’m sooo fat
Therapy can help you to be more comfortable with yourself. You can also write down some positive sentences, hang them where you brush your teeth (or somewhere you look every day) and read them until you start to BELIEVE them and FEEL them. ❤
That’s what’s amazing about Colleen! She’s not afraid to say or do something because of what people might think!
I'm 16and I got the veins and "red lines" when i hit puberty ig because of sudden growth. The red lines are stretch marks and they went away for me. Idk what the deal with the veins is though.
omg please tell me stretch marks go away for everyone ;-;
Girl same
@@gigiang2492 mine didn't...
@@gigiang2492 I've had stretch marks since I was about 12 or 13 and you really just have to learn to love them, everyone has them
Gigi Ang they can, but it depends on the body and where they are (after losing weight, I’ve lost the ones on my hips but not my thighs) but remember they are totally normal!!! Lasses getting stretch marks just means you’re getting curves and your body is growing well, and it’s a shame to say that they are almost a guarantee if you’re a lass that go hip and breasts after puberty.
Ur beautiful DON'T TALK TO UR BODY DISSRESPECTFULLY,ur perfect
Disrespectfully*
You are
Galaxygirl Eb shut up you are
@@Simonowen1968 What exactly am I?
Galaxygirl Eb a weird e
is it just me or does she look lowkey more beautiful after pregnancy? not to be like, "oh no like omg ur so pretty hehe!" no like she actually look so much more healthier and her thighs make her have that bomb hourglass figure. And her stomach looks like it will keep getting better.
but of course of course it doesn't matter!! all female bodies are beautiful
Going way back to tell you your body isn’t ruined Colleen! Just different & that’s okay. I know the Colleen of these days would be upset if someone said their body was “ruined” by pregnancy. Love you!
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