New moms find themselves under more and more pressure to “bounce back” with a super-fit and sexy post-baby body. It’s unfair, and it’s unrealistic. Missouri mom Lexi Sinclair witnessed this body shaming firsthand when she wore a bikini and took her newborn to the community pool. Another woman came up to her to explain that her stretch marks made some men uncomfortable. (Really, guys?!)

She shared her story—and her inspiring response—to the Love What Matters’ Facebook page: