Crinkle & Confidence: Lessons from Alice Entry #2: Strut Don’t Shrink – Going Public as Your Softest Self

 

💖 Crinkle & Confidence: Lessons from Alice

Entry #2: Strut Don’t Shrink – Going Public as Your Softest Self

There was a time when I only went out if I knew my diaper wouldn’t show. When I hunched my shoulders and prayed for invisibility. When I lived in fear of the crinkle.

That time is over.

These days, I strut.

Not every moment is perfect—but I’ve learned that living openly isn’t about never being nervous. It’s about walking through it, shiny lip gloss and all.

💗 Alice’s Baby Steps to Big Confidence
1. Start Small, Go Sweet
Your first “soft walk” doesn’t have to be through a mall. Try:

A local coffee shop on a quiet morning

A peaceful park trail

A quick errand in leggings and a long tunic

Let yourself exist in your outfit. The world doesn’t need a performance—it just needs you to show up.

2. Wear Something That Makes You Wiggle Your Hips
You know what I mean, baby. That one outfit that makes your padded bottom feel extra cute. Mine was lavender leggings and a mint hoodie that kept slipping off one shoulder.

3. Let People Look
Yes. Some will. That’s okay. Let them. Most are just curious. Some are admiring. A few might judge—but you know what? You’re still soft. You’re still safe. You’re still you.

4. Carry Your Truth in Style
Your tote is your emotional support bag, baby:

Lip gloss

Wipes and a fresh diaper

Your favorite scent

A note to yourself: “You’re not hiding anymore.”

5. Walk Slow, Smile Soft, Sip Proud
Buy that latte. Sit by the window. Cross your padded legs and glow. Confidence doesn’t have to be loud. It just has to be yours.

☕ Reflection – The Power of Being Seen
The first time someone looked at me in full yoga mom mode—thick diaper, shiny baby pants, snug leggings, tote over my shoulder—and smiled… I nearly cried.

She didn’t see shame.

She didn’t see a joke.

She saw a person in soft clothes, living bravely.

And honestly, maybe that’s all I’ve ever wanted.

💌 Closing from Alice:

Let the crinkle be part of your rhythm.
Let the gloss catch the light.
Let your walk be a little wiggle, a little wish, and a whole lot of you.

Strut, don’t shrink.

With love,
Alice in Yoga Pants

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