Who Should Wear a Bikini? Anyone Who Wants to — Myself Included

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If a celebrity like Ariana Grande can face scrutiny for her bikini appearance, then why would I want to put my own body through the gauntlet of body shaming? I’ve never been one to flaunt a bikini, often leaning towards more modest swimsuit options—especially after having kids and gaining a few extra pounds.

With stores finally reopening, my 13-year-old daughter insisted on hitting the thrift shop. After a long wait, we were let loose inside, and she began tossing clothes into her basket with the speed of a child on an Easter egg hunt.

“What do you think, Mom?” she asked, holding up a bikini in a shade reminiscent of a precious gemstone. My heart raced, then settled back down. Here it was—the moment of truth. My strict swimsuit rules were being challenged.

“You should get one too!” she exclaimed, genuinely excited. Her enthusiasm was contagious, and I found myself contemplating the idea of wearing a bikini that would reveal my muffin top. Me, in a bikini? It seemed ludicrous!

Recently, my partner made a playful wager: if I wore a bikini in public, he would don a life jacket and jump into the deep end of a pool. I found myself drawn to a cheeky bikini that looked almost comically small. Then, a voice in my head—perhaps my partner’s—nudged me to take the plunge and buy it.

As I tried it on, my daughter gave me two enthusiastic thumbs up. She didn’t mention the extra folds that spilled over my waistband; in her eyes, I was simply Mom, not defined by my size. She sees me as the woman who runs errands and encourages her to stay active. After all, I’m also the one who cuddles her during tough times.

What I view as extra weight, she sees as love and warmth. Growing up, I watched my own mother struggle with self-acceptance. Do I want that for my daughter?

“Let’s relax in our bikinis outside!” my daughter suggested. So, I did.

“You have an amazing body—it works hard for you,” a friend texted, reminding me of the importance of loving my body. My running partner encouraged me to ease into wearing a bikini, starting small and gradually building confidence.

So, I did just that. Friends requested pictures, and I decided to share my journey.

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In summary, anyone should feel empowered to wear a bikini—regardless of size or shape. It’s not about fitting into a mold but embracing who you are and celebrating your body. Whether it’s for fun or comfort, the choice is yours.


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