Hard to Remember May 13, 2013

For about 3 years in high school, I was "underweight" on the charts, but I was still uncomfortable with my body. I vowed never to get to 120 lbs, and if I did, to try and stay under. I'm just over 5'6". My average weight for years ranged from 111 - 115 lbs, and at the time I felt 115 was on the heavier side.

Do Something May 10, 2013

Like thousands of other girls out there, I've was picked on for being fat. My whole childhood, up until I was about 15, I was ridiculed for being chubby girl. I remember having a crush on a boy in primary school. When he found out, he ran to the bath room and pretended to vomit. He was "grossed out" and embarrassed that the fat girl had a crush on him.

Thunder Thighs May 9, 2013

"Thunder Thighs". That was the nickname I developed at 12 years old, and it is one of the phrases I still mutter to myself today--at 22!

Too Skinny May 8, 2013

When my mother had me, I was what people call a "pre-mi". I couldn't tell you exactly how early I was born but it was between 1-2 months. My parents had given birth to four girls and we were all thin.

From Within Myself May 7, 2013

I remember the first time I realized I was "fat." I was 11 years old and at summer camp. I looked down and realized my belly stood out farther than most of the other girls. For a couple of years I worried about it.

Cool with Me May 6, 2013

This is my body. I have absolutely no shame in putting this story out there. Sure I have my bad days but at the end of the day I am completely comfortable with myself.

Step Ahead May 3, 2013

One time in middle school, I was sitting on the bus with my friend. And she said, "Olivia, dont you know how many guys would have a crush on you if you were shorter." I didn't like this.

Credit My Mum May 2, 2013

I've always had a good healthy body image. And I can totally credit my mum for this. I compare it to what we hear nowadays and what young girls hear their mums talking about.