While common, stigma remains, unfortunately.
Originally planning for natural childbirth, Hughes has unexpectedly become a voice for change.
Hughes has been overwhelmed by the warm response she’s gotten.
She added, “It’s really incredible when we can uplift each other.
There really is power in social media when it’s used for a positive thing.”
Hughes began modeling as a teen.
She worked at a hair salon, where a co-worker suggested she pose for pictures.
There wasn’t really room for anything else."
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