"We're thrilled that Sports Illustrated Swimsuit appreciates the importance of highlighting these women authentically–C-Section scars and all–and welcome the progress we will make together as a result of this shared commitment," she added. Hughes, who delivered her now-3-year-old via an unplanned C-section at 41 weeks and required another surgery eight days postpartum due to a serious infection, said she is thankful brands like Frida Mom exist to try and help normalize the reality of recovering mothers. "The idea of being what you were before you had a baby for many is not realistic—in a sense, we give birth to our new selves," Hughes said. "It's the journey that makes us who we are and that's something to embrace and hold tightly no matter what stage we're in. I can proudly say today I look at my scar and it was worth it, and I would do it all over again. It's my story and I will wear it like a badge of honor for the rest of my life."
The 2022 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue also features models Katrina Scott and Hunter McGrady at different stages of pregnancy—one during the early days of her pregnancy and the other during her six months postpartum. "When I started modeling over 20 years ago, this industry was a totally different world—and it was so limited," Hughes concluded. "To see Sports Illustrated embracing pregnant models, mothers and women of all ages and sizes is beyond incredible. Women are all different and we don't all look the same, which is what makes us so beautiful. I wouldn't have a career anymore if it wasn't for this movement. I think the impact is empowering and long overdue."
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