OPENING UP ABOUT BODY ISSUES POSTPARTUM + HOW I LOST WEIGHT

Opening up about body issues during pregnancy, postpartum and sharing how I've lost the weight. I finally feel like I'm in a great positive mindset. Hope you enjoy and can either relate or feel inspired!
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[@Ariana-yv2cg]

65 pounds? Wow, I’ve been following you since you were pregnant and I never noticed or thought you were “big” during or after birth, you were the cutest pregnant lady! You still look amazing

[@kevinalex211]

Ariana Grissel I agree she did not look like she had gained 65 lbs. I have been following her for years too🤔

[@eatitwithaspork]

Same! So weird even right after giving birth she looked so skinny!

[@AG-is8rk]

Agreed! I thought she look cute! I was envious that could eat the dunking donuts and look so good! But being healthy feels better!

[@kathiacruz9896]

Well with pictures you can always focus on certain angles

[@jnthh]

65 pounds? 😳 How come you never mention stuff like clothes size, how tall you are, how much do you weight, how much you used to weight while pregnant? Your videos are amazing btw

[@FranceskaBoerman]

You look BOMB! so happy you're learning how to be a healthier you! love ya

[@AlexandreaGarza]

Love you 😘❤️

[@jackiehernandez4409]

Omg that's how me and my sister talk to each other not alot of people use that word BOMB

[@alondradeharo1181]

This video felt so authentic , and that looks good on you... thank you for sharing

[@abbiezoomzoom1]

Alondra De Haro yes yes yes!

[@gfa3669]

I’m not, nor have I ever been pregnant, but this is how I lost 40lbs. Most of it was intuitive eating and NOT counting calories. I’m so glad you’re feeling better!! I couldn’t do it alone, I saw a dietitian which really helped. She taught me about intuitive eating, not overeating and listening to your body cues. Thank you for keeping it real. There is no secret to weight loss, it’s really just eating great things for your body 😊

[@kathyvamvakas7719]

This is my favorite video you have ever done!!!! Thank you for being honest. You are sooo brave ❤

[@GuateNavas97]

Omg this video SPOKE to me you hit everything spot on for me!! Thanks for sharing, this helped so much 💕💕

[@TimaYT362]

I love that you included pictures of your journey ❤️ thank you for sharing and being so real

[@JuliaZuniga]

My baby is 8 weeks today and I’ve struggled so much with my postpartum body! I tried to buy jeans yesterday and came home with nothing. So this video is JUST what I needed right now!!

[@kristinam.p.5058]

Julia Zuniga Congratulations on your bundle of joy! Be easy on yourself, you’ll get there! It takes a while to get back into the jeans!

[@JuliaZuniga]

Awww I appreciate that, thank you so much❤️❤️

[@Jacline685]

Don't worry! I cried after searching for a new pair of jeans at 8 weeks pp. Two or three weeks later I finally fit into a high waist skinny pair. Your body is still recovering; the belly will go down on its own! Focus on your baby, they DO grow up so fast. It's the weight that is left after six months that is a bit worrying because I cannot pretend that it will go down on its own as well 🤣

[@lilripper9203]

My body has changed SO much from 8wks pp to 7mo pp, I just went shopping yesterday and it was so helpful finding things that made me feel better about myself! Give yourself some time and patience, it took 9 months to grow that precious little person, it takes at least that long for most women to reach their new normal body! 💕

[@cupiecake113]

I honestly love how raw this video is. It’s so wonderful to see such honestly in a video. Thanks for being you ☺️

[@SarahSafi]

I’ve never been pregnant, but this is so inspiring! Thanks for the honesty!!

[@beautybootylifestyle5524]

Sarah Safi You are gorgeous!

[@SarahSafi]

Aww thank you! 🤗😘

[@shannonsullivan]

Alex you're always so beautiful! It's such a great feeling with you find out which foods affect your health. When I was diagnosed with celiac disease and cut out gluten my body/emotional state changed completely! Thanks for sharing your journey and I'm so happy you're all about balance, too...that's most important! xx

Am I going to come back to this video every time I need motivation? Hell yes!! Thank you so so much Alex. Love you!!

[@erinanderson668]

Alex - I’ve been watching you for years and I’ve never seen you get this personal and I have to say I really enjoyed it! Not that you owe us personal information but it was nice to see that side of you for a change. Good for you! You look great!

[@jillsmith1005]

Such a great video and such great info! Thank you so much for sharing! ❤️

[@emilymyers243]

This makes me wanna cry because you literally have said everything that I felt when I was pregnant and losing weight. I’m still on this journey and it’s just nice to know there are other people out there!

[@Jessica-Rose1]

Thank you Alex for this honest and REAL video !! ♥

[@Lexie-xk4qz]

I needed this 🥰. 3rd baby on the way. I do feel better this pregnancy 🤰🏾 but it’s still hard to go through so many changes in 9 months. Thanks for sharing

[@kellypurifoy2386]

Just had my baby boy 2 days ago. He weighed 9 pounds. This came in perfect timing. Just started watching this video 💙

[@shellyr.4335]

I remember when you were a few weeks postpartum and you got your normal "glow" back and I didn't know what was going on, but I was so happy for you. Still am! You are an amazing and inspiring woman and mom!!

[@jacquiewheeler373]

This felt so genuine and emotional at the same time. I loved this video! You just motivated me to make healthier choices! Thank you Alex for being so open!

[@yaraws1735]

Alex! It took me like 3 hours to watch this video cause I'm at work.... But it's one of the BEST VIDEOS I've seen in a loooooooooooooooooooong time! So honest, so simple, so true! I follow the same routine: just keep it simple and healthy, and I feel like people never believe me when I say it! I'm so glad you put this out here and hope more people follow you and follow this advice! You look insanely good, healthy and most of all Happy!!! Keep it up!!!

[@HeyItsDom7]

haha, i'm watching at work too! :)

[@ashleyballew2314]

This has been your best video in a really long time! You look amazing!

[@SpanglishGlo]

The fact that you are so raw in this video and so truthful of what you went through made me love this video even more. You really take the time to explain everything. You are such a real person and show that you go through everything that others do too .

[@briannag.1122]

Love this video so much!! Proud of you and your health journey and I know you're such an inspiration to so many. Thanks for sharing it all, Alex!!

[@JLJBackToClassic]

Good for you, Alex, for focusing on your health! That will benefit you and your whole family, because you will be healing and nurturing your body and also serving as an example to your loved ones. You look great! ~Janis from Florida

[@faithpanzica746]

I HAVE MISSED THE TRANSPARENT AND CHATTY ALEX SO SO SO MUCH! 😍💕💕💕

[@TheVivaDiva]

Thank you so much for sharing this!!! It is go great to hear that you feel yourself again. Although I do not have a baby, I am in my twenties and want a family one day as well. So many women I know are still struggling with postpartum body image issues and seeing how positive you are is so amazing and uplifting and it honestly makes me feel so much more optomistic about having my own kids one day 💗

[@jayleelawson1896]

Thank you ♥️ I needed this more than I knew. I’ve watched you for so long & this video is in my top favorites!

[@tiffanypryor421]

What’s your Starbucks order now that you’re being more mindful of your sensitivities?

[@taycrums]

Such an amazing video, never heard someone talk about food like this on youtube and THIS is how it SHOULD be talked about! Thank you Alex and congrats on learning what works for you!

[@zhanetstar]

This is EXACTLY why I love you both!! You guys as real as it gets!!!! Raw and honest 👏🏼🙌🏼🙏🏼 love you guys thanks for sharing these struggles and come backs

[@jacqueismaking]

I love your videos like this, and you eating clean / using cleaner makeup is so inspiring and content I love seeing!

[@klitofsky]

Yaaaay finally! Love you Alex 💕

[@lazaracabanas1256]

wow, very inspiring... literally writing down your tips! Healthy looks amazing on you! :-)

[@alliem7505]

I am here for this!!!! Yes Alex yes! Please keep us in the loop along the way. I needed this 💕

[@EllenOzHealth]

You are such an inspiration. I am pregnant with my second and I just have a new appreciation for the health of my body and why it’s so important to take care of myself. Thank you so much for sharing this with us! You articulated it so well and I loved your honesty and practical tips!

[@FaithDrew]

Love the intro! Haha I am currently 35 weeks pregnant and so ready for baby to come and get my body back in shape!

[@kaykamayy]

Faith Drew congrats on your little one!!👶🏻

[@FaithDrew]

Kayla Cortes aw thank you!

[@briweeezy16]

Right there with you girl! 35 weeks also!!!

[@FaithDrew]

briweeezy16 congrats!!!

[@stephaniecamps4643]

Ugh I know how you feel! I’m 36 weeks and counting down the minutes 😂. Good luck with your new baby ❤️❤️

[@Ztravelsinpumps]

OMG Day Made!!! Taking my lunch break at work so I can watch this. LOVE YOU SO MUCH!!! You inspire me every day

[@brookevaliente]

Girl I've been there too! Awesome video! Glad your feeling better 💗

[@kaitlynshowalter4735]

You look so awesome, Alex! Thank you so much for sharing. I LOVED watching this ❤️🥰

[@tayloradams3832]

You look gorgeous! And I loved this video and all the advice you gave. 💕💕

[@Kdot131]

Currently pregnant with baby #3, so I DEFINITELY needed this! Thank you! Love watching your family!

[@AlexandreaGarza]

Aw congratulations! Thank you ❤️

[@moosekilla1]

Thank you for being so honest. In a world where we all pose for our best lives on social media, it's really inspiring to see you open up about the realities we all face everyday.

[@SophieLouiseStein]

So good Alex! You look amazing and I'm loving how passionate and excited you are about your new healthy lifestyle! I'm so inspired!

[@angieperez2131]

Omg Alex! That belly was beyond adorable. I love love love it

[@hannahshappyhome]

This video was SO helpful and inspirational, Thank you!!💕 I'm ready to start changing the way I eat to lose a few pounds, and mainly just to feel better because I have no energy all day and I know it's because of what I'm eating

[@kristenmiller9712]

Thank you for being so open and honest! I’m sure it was hard to be so vulnerable with your journey and photo transformations but I really think this can help so many people! And it’s very inspiring to hear how you wanted to better yourself for you but also for your family. I’ve been following you for a while now and this was one of my favorite videos because of your authenticity and openness! Only love and support for you and your family! Thank you for sharing Alex!

[@hannahwillams9602]

I literally have told myself that things that are bad for me are truly poison and they will make me sick and I gave stuck with it for almost 3 months. And today I’m 20 lbs down. I work our daily and its ME time! I make it the first thing I do before I do anything else and always have the healthy things in the house! great job girl!

[@stephaniegillardoesn]

Could you make a video showing what you buy at the grocery store on an average shop? Thanks! Love your videos and you have a beautiful family :)

[@SMLx3]

Sarah2569 from other videos: she orders groceries online and it gets delivered to her door

[@abbysummers7176]

I love this so much and I haven't had any babies yet. Thanks for being honest and raw.

[@BeautyDoll18]

We love you Alex! Thanks for being honest and real with us! You inspire me everyday! 💕

[@misskylielizabeth1094]

I’m only a few minutes in to your video but I can’t tell you how relatable every. single. thing. is that you’re saying. Thank you for posting this video, I needed to hear it 💜

[@Yelenahallum]

Thank you for sharing this!! I just had a baby 6 weeks ago and I’m trying to eat healthy too!! 💕 you look amazing!!

[@reinaochoa1057]

Alex u and Franceska look amazing😀 💗y'all are so inspiring👍 Thanks for being so Open and honest u go girl 💪

[@janaelewis6099]

Awesome video! Thanks for sharing this! I’m currently 21 weeks pregnant and I needed this to help me stay on track and not lose sight of my goals ❤️

[@lexiroselli9549]

You look amazing Alex! This video was so helpful & inspiring! Thank you 💖

[@AbigailRae11]

I love this video. It’s so honest! I just started intermittent fasting. The days I am at work are easier than the days I’m not. I feel so less bloated! It is crazy!! I am also thinking about doing a food sensitivity test too! I feel like knowing what foods I am sensitive to will help me feel even better. Thank you so much for sharing this Alex!!

[@SunshineBloom777]

Aw, Alex, you are amazing for opening up & sharing your experience! & I definitely am relating to your mindset of making your health a priority! I know for me, I am starting out doing the little things like drinking enough water, taking walks, less junk food around the house & so on!

[@morganscogin3117]

One of my favorite videos you’ve done! Thanks for sharing Alex!

[@sophiago90]

First of all, I've been following you for a while and never felt the need to comment until now. Omg I love this video so much, Alex! I can relate on so many levels. The 65lb pregnancy weight gain, postpartum body issues, all of it. Thank you for opening up and being so raw! You're my favorite youtuber to watch. Keep making these awesome videos! xo

[@jasminezepeda6155]

I really needed this, juju is only two days apart from my baby and I’ve actually put on 30lbs since having my baby 😢

[@crystallara96]

Love you Alex. You are beautiful inside and out❤️❤️❤️

[@sarebears2011]

I love this! I totally agree. I never do well when I count calories, just doing what makes you feel good is always BEST! You are glowing

[@marshastonebraker6540]

Alex, I have been watching your videos for years this is by far one of my favorites! Very very Informative and all of what you were saying hit home with me on so many levels! Thanks for sharing your story.

[@deborahbavas6514]

My doctor at the time only wanted me to gain 2 pounds a month! He said eat all you want but fruits and veggies! This was many years ago but I see the wisdom now!

[@paulinarivera6871]

This video was the best !! I started drinking bulletproof coffee because of kgmtl too!! Love love both of you!!!

[@ATBT2]

I did not realize how much I needed the info in this video! This was great! Thank you so much for sharing!

[@daisyrivera504]

That is exactly what I’m going through right now. I am 6 months postpartum and it just feels like it will never change. Thank you for this!

[@cerensonmez1238]

You look amazing and i think your tips are going to change my eating habits. Thanks for doing this video🙏🙏🙏

[@sarahgibson6364]

It’s literally like you were telling the story of my pregnancy! I hear you girl. Way easier to put on then take off lol

[@adriannawillcutt3477]

This is what every mom needs. Thank you so much for being real and raw and making this video! This helped me so much!

[@natygarcia3786]

Seriously so helpful!! Thank you for making this super authentic video. We love you!!

[@FocusBreakForYou]

Best vlog to date. I always thought you looked cute before preg, during preg, after preg...all the time you look adorable. But I get where you're coming from, you are your harshest critic.

[@ciliawillia9454]

Sometimes we just need that pressure to get us going Thanks for opening up it’s very inspiring Your looking amazing 🙌🏼❤️❌⭕️

[@ciliawillia9454]

You should check out healthnut nutrition she has great recipes

[@giavannayopp7131]

Alex, this is by far my most favourite video of yours. It is so genuine and anyone can see that. You are SO inspiring and you look incredible!

[@kassierod]

I loved this video so much Alex. Thank you for opening up about this. I was literally the same way pregnant and my little one is almost 8 months and here I am feeling like I’m living in someone else’s body. Trying to do and fit different things in my life to work for me, how they used to before pregnancy, and it just DOESN’T. I suffer from ovarian cyst ruptures as well and the break outs are due to that! So I cut back on dairy and foods with hormones and stuck with mostly greens and non processed stuff and it truly helped me out for over a year. I appreciate you making this video because it reminded me of how something so simple can make a huge change! These 15lbs to pre baby weight have been the death of me to shed off and I’m looking forward to making small changes like cutting the sugar off and get my healthy self again. I owe it to myself! Wasn’t a huge sugar fan up until my pregnancy too, I find myself eating more sweets than before so I honestly think I found my problem lol thank you for sharing once again and you look amazing❤️ you look genuinely happy and the glow speaks for itself ❤️ keep it up! You’re amazing!!!

[@jennifertaylor4805]

I had my son (2nd baby) 6 weeks ago and he was also 10 lbs and I gained like 60 lbs. I’m ready to get started on losing weight and getting back to myself.

[@momlikeaboss_]

Jennifer Taylor just don't get discouraged at 6 weeks your definitely still recovering and even swollen remember it took a year for your body to get ready to have the baby no shame in taking a year to feel back to yourself

[@jennifertaylor4805]

Jacquelin Castillo thanks girl 💕💕

[@mayrajaimes9290]

Alex can you show how you make your bulletproof coffee please🙌🏼💞

[@chesneyducos1775]

mayra jaimes yes I’d love to see what collagen she uses

[@justmecdg]

Such a good talk. I love how you just talk like you're talking to your girlfriends. And I love how you've made doable changes in your life to be healthier. Something as simple as taking walks, and like you said,"just stop the food drama." I've always felt lazy to get back into shape because I always felt like I had to "start a regimen." Food prepping and tailoring my life to classes I want to take at the gym. Thank you so much for sharing your story! Thank you for being real about your journey. You look incredible by the way. This video and everything you shared has been very inspiring :)

[@kristinamukhtarova5728]

Currently 31 weeks pregnant and been watching this video since 20 weeks throughout my pregnancy. This video seriously is the only video out there that motivates me to stay healthy when I don’t feel like it. You are an inspiration thank you!!!

[@mmsmms3161]

BEST VIDEO YOU HAVE EVER MADE What was the allergy test you did?

[@lalalaalindsay]

Your best video yet!! And I’ve followed you since your early days on YT. Thank you for the motivation and your authenticity:)

[@MillennialMamaHacks]

I watched the first time a month before I gave birth to our second baby. I told myself that I was going to watch this after I gave birth, now I’m 2 months postpartum and already lost 48 lbs. I really want to lose the rest of the weight to get to my goal. This video was so motivating and helpful, thank you Alex you look fantastic!

[@jessicahandorf8183]

Wow i loved this video!!! I appreciate the honesty about your journey and how real you are!!! Awesome job!

[@MaggieMeyersMakeup]

I feel this. Never had a baby but I've gained like 30 pounds in the last few years. And I just was sad about it and didnt do anything to fix it. I also have ovarian cysts so I'm on birth control for it so that's adds weight too. But now I'm on a better path and feeling so much better! Hopefully these eating tips will help me too with how I eat 🧡🧡

[@beautybootylifestyle5524]

Maggie Meyers Your story sounds exactly like mine. Good luck on your health journey... just know you’re not alone! ❤️

[@brynnhansen7746]

what is the recipe for the muffins and cookies??

[@Olivia-fd1pc]

Love this! You made it so simple. No gimmicks and no trying to sell us anything. Just authenticity.

[@kaitlynmanske4952]

Absolutely love this video and everything you’re about. Haven’t been and am currently not pregnant, but being young and always feeling insecure about my weight and image gets absolutely exhausting and it’s so nice to watch something so authentic coming from such a good place. Thank you so much for sharing your experience and being so open and honest. Your approach to all of this is very maintainable and so refreshing to hear. Love this type of video!!

[@HyaattM]

You look so good girl!! This video REALLY motivated me to eat healthier!! I love your attitude and outlook on your new lifestyle :)

[@ApolloAndJack23]

I live by the 70/30 rule too. I make an effort but if I am craving some chocolate, I’m going to have a bite of chocolate! You look great!

[@NurseJackieFTW]

This was a great honest video Alexa, thank you for posting it! Hard to stay motivated and this really helps. 💞

[@emmaleeboberg3582]

I am 35 weeks pregnant currently and struggling with the same feelings of being in someone else's body and constantly feeling hungry and not loving how i look or feel. This is my favorite video you've ever done! I needed it!

[@allisonlavalley4986]

I love hearing more about this stuff, this is probably my favorite video of yours!! ♥️♥️

[@clarissa1465]

What do you order from Starbucks?

[@spottedbutt]

Alex I just want to say this, I have followed you and Michael for a long time now, I still thought you were so beautiful, the video when you introduced Julian to us I will never forget. I cried! You are such an amazing woman and it was such a learning experience for you. I can totally relate about how you feel being healthy and watching what you eat and how it makes you feel. It's certainly part of loving and nurturing yourself. I just want to say your journey has helped me in some ways too. Thank You for this video and for being YOU!

[@annacatsrutherford]

So enjoyed this video! Thank you for being open and sharing some great tips!

[@alyssaa88]

For the record, you looked amazing while you were pregnant!

[@andrew91dawg]

Most. Relatable. Video. Ever

[@megs4480]

This was so authentic and real. Thank you so much! You have really inspired me!

[@johannafrias15]

That’s awesome 👏🏻 65 pounds... awww I need to get started cause yes I am tired of feeling sick !!!! About not being in the right body !! Thank you so much for your tips !!!