Kirstie 
There’s nothing I love more than tromping around in wet weather (good thing since I grew up in western Washington). At least, there’s nothing I love more than tromping in puddles and wet weather if I’m prepared for it: meaning a sweater and waterproof boots. Being able to nestle my toes inside a pair of … Read more
“Don’t worry, the ‘baby weight’ will just drop right off!” At least, that’s what everyone told me. But in reality, I actually weighed more when I got pregnant with my second baby than the day I gave birth to my first. Oof. I know that my weight doesn’t define my worth, but it definitely does … Read more
High heels are an area of fashion where larger women…tread lightly (sorry, pun intended). Being “too fat” for high heels seems to be a universal truth that goes unchallenged. What the reasons are for it, no one really seems clear. Is it a concern that there aren’t wide enough pumps available? That the heels might … Read more
Yoga for Every Body I’ve always wanted to walk into a yoga studio and be greeted by someone who is plus size. Or maybe a big heavy guy with a beer belly. Unfortunately, that has only ever happened in my dreams. Every time I walk in I meet a yogi who is incredibly fit, meditates … Read more
Looking for the best bra for side fat? The dreaded “back rolls”? Let’s face it, the worst thing about wearing a bra is actually just wearing a bra that doesn’t fit well. And it’s really hard to find a bra that does! Especially for those of us who have some extra curves to dress. Of … Read more
There are several reasons a woman might have that infamous “pooch” on the lower belly. Weight loss, weight gain, postpartum, and even just your particular body type can all be factors that play into having excess skin or fat that forms lumps and bumps on the lower belly area. Whatever the reason may be, you … Read more
As a plus size black woman, it can be so difficult to find flattering, comfortable outfits to wear and feel confident in! With African American plus size boutiques, few and few between, finding ways to embrace the curves doesn’t seem to be getting easier! While size inclusivity still isn’t the greatest in the fashion world … Read more
I remember looking in the mirror and deciding it was finally time to get back into running. That’s what skinny girls do right? They run? Since I wanted to be a skinny girl, I set out my shoes and shorts the night before so I would be sure to get out the door, and crawled … Read more
As a redheaded kid, I was already ecstatic to find ginger characters in books. As I grew up, I realized that most minorities are actually totally ignored in books! For example, “fat people” are even less well-represented. While the precedence of plus-size blogs and columns has grown, if you want to sit down and read … Read more