Earlier this week we shared that women were divided over Lauren Brant’s post baby selfie. She has spoke out about the massive response she received.

Lauren has responded to the criticism around her post-baby selfie via Mamamia by saying, “The reason I posted a pic of my body one WEEK post partum (and chose to put it only on my story for those mums who have actively followed my pregnancy), is so that other women who are trying to exercise and eat healthy throughout their pregnancy, but are feeling un-motivated, can see that it’s worth it in the end.

It’s so important for us as mums to love ourselves, so we can fully be there for our children. That is my golden rule with all forms of relationships. Look after myself to be able to give 100%. Also, no one should have a problem with me being proud?

I am torn, I am stitched, I did haemorrage, I do go through four maternity pads a day, I’m exhausted, my boobs are so sore and I cry when I pee and sneeze. BUT I am proud of every bit!

So while it may look like I didn’t experience what other women did and therefore don’t understand, I am the same woman as they/you are.

I choose to promote the positive aspect as much as possible and not complain.”

You can read her full reply here.

Previously we shared…

Taking to social media, the reality TV stars shared a string of posts gushing about their son Miller Hall.

“What a ride so far. So many firsts! First time home! First car ride! First bath! First dinner as a family! He is such a Star! Ah and mum @laurenbrant is too” AFL legend Barry wrote alongside a black and white image of him cradling his baby boy.

The 40-year-old also paid tribute to the Hi-5 star on her first Mother’s Day.

“Happy Mother’s Day beautiful. Miller is so blessed to have you as a Mum.xx,” Barry wrote.

Happy Mother’s Day beautiful. Miller is so blessed to have you as a Mum.xx #mummy #blessed #miller #mothersday

A post shared by Barry Hall (@barryh01) on May 13, 2017 at 6:43pm PDT

Lauren also took a moment to acknowledge the day. “One week ago today I was blessed with my beautiful baby boy. Becoming a Mother has given my life such greater meaning. It’s something I have always wanted and now that I have been blessed with my perfect partner and our perfect son, it has never felt so right. I am totally in love with being a Mum,” she began. “My heart feels like it is about to explode, I have found the purity in so many emotions and truly discovered selflessness.”

“Though my life has changed forever and my days just got a whole lot busier, I am so calm and content. Our little bundle of joy has put everything into perspective and there is nothing more important than our little family. Mummy absolutely loves you Miller, thank you for making me the proudest Mother this Mother’s Day!”

One week ago today I was blessed with my beautiful baby boy. Becoming a Mother has given my life such greater meaning. It’s something I have always wanted and now that I have been blessed with my perfect partner and our perfect son, it has never felt so right. I am totally in love with being a Mum. My heart feels like it is about to explode, I have found the purity in so many emotions and truly discovered selflessness. Though my life has changed forever and my days just got a whole lot busier, I am so calm and content. Our little bundle of joy has put everything into perspective and there is nothing more important than our little family. Mummy absolutely loves you Miller, thank you for making me the proudest Mother this Mother’s Day! And a huge shout out to all the other gorgeous Mothers out there, especially the most gorgeous – my own, Malinda x ????: @aliciaabbottphotography . . . . #mothersday #mother #motherhood #firstmothersday #firsttimemom #firsttimemum #barryhall #millerhall #blessed #babyboy #newborn #may7baby #1week #1weekold #uniteinmotherhood

A post shared by Lauren Brant (@laurenbrant) on May 13, 2017 at 12:42pm PDT

However, Lauren’s latest Instagram Story posts has her fans divided. She shared a snap of herself holding baby Miller wearing a black bikini.

“Exactly 1 week post [baby emojis],” she remarked.

Comments flowed…

“The bikini thing is a bit premature…us mums know what’s going on down below and it requires padding usually,” one fan noted.

“I gave birth a week ago today and I haven’t done as much as look at myself in the mirror. Yes, I’ve been lucky and my tummy seems to have gone down fast. But dolling up and posing for a pic for thousands to see would be the last thing on my mind,” another said.

“This is not realistic!! 99.99% of women couldn’t achieve this,” another agreed.

While others pointed out everyone’s body is different.

“Her belly is small while pregnant, she just looked like she had a pod belly. Lucky her I guess…..everyone’s body different,” one fan explained.

We took a MoM poll and our members actually said they really don’t care about other people’s post baby bodies as long as they aren’t making other people feel bad that they didn’t get their pre-baby body back so easily, good for them. Wish it was me!

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