Unaware of the impending internet fame, these moms shared their experiences online, and their honesty and remarkable stories quickly garnered attention, sparking online discussions.
1. The Athlete
Alysia Montaño, the American Olympic track and field athlete, garnered global attention in 2014 for competing while eight months pregnant. Currently expecting her third child, she remains dedicated to her running pursuits.
2. The Postpartum Body Advocate
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Kristyn Dingman’s postpartum body became viral due to the negative comments she received. Despite being called “nasty” by trolls, she encouraged her followers to rise above the negativity.
3. The Mom Who Battled Cancer
During her first trimester, Jade Devis learned she had an aggressive form of breast cancer. With the support of a team of doctors, she underwent treatment and successfully delivered a healthy baby boy.
4. The Royal
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Meghan Markle has received applause for fearlessly embracing her postpartum body and openly discussing the vulnerability of being a new mom since giving birth to her first child.
5. The Meterologist
Meteorologist Morgan Kolkmeyer boldly responded to a viewer who called her maternity dress “trashy.” She shared the viewer’s comment and her response on Facebook, making it visible to the world.
6. The Mom Of Quadruplets
Doreen Ching’s courageous act of sharing photos of her stretch marks after giving birth to quadruplets faced negative comments, with some even expressing disgust. However, her brave post and response exemplified true body positivity, inspiring others to embrace their bodies.
8. The Mom Who Schooled Us On C-Sections
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Olivia White’s powerful C-section selfie aimed to dispel the misconception that C-sections are an “easy way out.” Her graphic post provided validation to other C-section moms, acknowledging and normalizing their birth experiences.
9. The Mom Who Danced During Labor
The Bay Family, popular YouTube stars, shared a humorous video filmed during their time in the labor and delivery room. They turned to dancing to cope with contractions, bringing some fun to the birthing experience.
10. The Makeup Mama
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Professional makeup artist Alaha Majid surprised many when she shared photos of herself doing her makeup while in labor with her daughter. Her glamorous birth photos certainly left an impression!
11. The Giraffe Mama
Yes, I remember April the giraffe! The world was captivated, eagerly waiting for her to give birth while watching the live-stream of her enclosure at the zoo.
Pregnant mom Erin Dietrich decided to parody April’s situation, using a hilarious giraffe mask to create a funny and light-hearted moment.
12. The Chewbacca Mom
During her labor, one mom decided to wear a super realistic Chewbacca mask, resulting in a funny and somewhat frightening experience.
13. The Mom Who Was Expecting A Girl
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Lauren Jolly Thomas, pregnant with her third child, was expecting another girl based on what she was told. However, when her son was born, her shocked expression spoke volumes.
14. The Expecting Nurses
A group of labor and delivery nurses from Maine, all expecting their babies simultaneously, posed for an epic photo at their workplace.
15. In case you were wondering, here’s the follow-up photo.
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After giving birth, all the nurses gathered their babies for an equally adorable photo. Congratulations to these incredible nurses and moms!
16. The Mom Who Showed Us How Our Bones Work
This rare photo of a mother giving birth offers insight into how a woman’s bones shift during the process. The triangular bump near the base of her spine is a bone moving to accommodate the baby’s arrival.
17. The Mom Who Busted A Move
Once her contractions started, this mom couldn’t resist dancing, and she even got the hospital staff to join in as they waited for the baby’s arrival.
18. The Hilariously Real Mom
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Fed up with the usual cute and flawless letterboard maternity photos, this funny mom decided to use the opportunity to express her true feelings about pregnancy. It surely brought some laughter!
19. The Fitness Guru
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Emily Skye, an internationally renowned fitness influencer, welcomed her first baby in 2017. Throughout her journey, she candidly documented her prenatal and postpartum body to encourage other moms. Her message emphasized the significance of prioritizing health while embracing the natural changes that come with motherhood.
20. The Comedian
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Ali Wong’s groundbreaking achievements include filming not just one, but two stand-up specials for Netflix while pregnant with her daughters. These specials not only launched her career but also made her a historical figure as one of the first pregnant stand-up comics to reach such heights.
21. The Baby Bump Moms
Natalie Smith and Chontel Duncan gained viral fame with a comparison photo showcasing their baby bumps. Despite being only a few weeks apart in their pregnancies, the picture highlighted the fact that every pregnancy is unique and may look different from one another.
22. The Mom Who Took Her Bump To The Zoo
During a visit to the zoo, a mom had a heartwarming encounter with an orangutan. The gentle ape showed immediate interest in her baby bump, even going so far as to kiss it through the glass. Awww, how sweet!
