“I Am That Girl”: A Real Conversation on Postpartum Style, Confidence, and Community
Earlier this month, we went live with Central Florida mama and content creator @expeditionwatson, aka Brianna Watson. A powerhouse mother of three, cheer coach, and creator of heartfelt, real-life content about parenting and postpartum. Our conversation was honest, funny, and deeply relatable. We talked about everything from mental health and snapback culture to finding your confidence again and learning how to dress a changing body with love.
Here’s what stood out most.
1. Every Postpartum is Different , and That’s Okay
Brianna shared how each of her three postpartum experiences brought something new:
“My first daughter, I did suffer with PPD. But I feel like a lot of people didn’t talk about it, so you kind of just swooped over.”
With her second child, she knew what to look for and had a support system in place. By the time her son arrived, she had built tools and confidence that made the transition smoother — not easy, but more supported. Her message? You get better at caring for yourself, too.
2. Style Can Be Healing
What you wear after birth might seem small — but for many of us, it’s a big part of feeling human again.
“The first outfit I put on was a Fabletics dress, and it made me feel like myself. Even though my body changed, I didn’t lose who I am.”
Brianna also shared her go-to move: skip the maternity section and size up in regular clothes. Her summer staples include cotton dresses from Old Navy and oversized fits that still feel stylish.
“I didn’t buy one maternity outfit—maybe shorts and a pair of jeans. Everything else was just oversized.”
3. Mental Health Support Needs to Be Visible
One of the most powerful moments came when Brianna opened up about feeling unseen in her early postpartum days:
“It didn’t hit me until she was almost eight months old. I didn’t realize it could hit that late.”
That’s exactly why Legacy exists , to fill the gaps with community, care, and rest. So many parents don’t even know they’re struggling until they’re deep in it. By talking about it out loud, we help change that.
4. Movement Isn’t About “Snapping Back”, It’s About Reconnection
Brianna is not here for snapback culture:
“I’m not going to lose anything—I’m going to eat my whole pack of Oreos!”
Instead, she talked about grace while breastfeeding and recovering. She chose to walk her neighborhood, join Burn Boot Camp, and noticed how much better she felt just by moving intentionally.
“I started at Burn Boot Camp. I just loved it! Like, I didn't realize I could push myself that hard. And each week I saw more improvement... It just made me feel good. It made me feel like I was doing something for myself.”
5. You Don’t Need Advice — You Need Your People
“Sometimes people say ‘You got this!’ and I’m like—no, I need you to have this with me.”
Whether it’s a sister dropping by, a friend holding the baby while you nap, or a supportive partner who gives you space to reconnect with yourself, support matters.
Brianna’s story reminds us that we don’t have to do it all alone, and we shouldn’t have to.
Legacy Postpartum Retreat was built on the belief that postpartum care should feel luxurious, grounded, and community-driven. Conversations like this one with Brianna help normalize the real work of healing and the real joy of reclaiming yourself.
Want to be part of a community that truly gets it?
📍 Join us in Central Florida this September for our Fall Day Retreat — a space for rest, movement, joy, and connection.
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