Helen Flanagan wows in lingerie pics as she swipes ‘dad shaming isn’t a thing’
Coronation Street alum Helen Flanagan has taken to social media to question the culture of mum shaming. In a sponsored post to her one million Instagram followers, the mum of three, who split from her Bristol Rovers star ex Scott Sinclair in July 2022, posted some stunning lingerie shots and enquired as to why dad shaming isn’t a thing.
“Here’s a question… Why is mum shaming a thing but dad shaming isn’t?” she pondered. “I’ve always been and will always be such a good mum. It’s the most important job I’ve ever done!
“But I’m also a woman, and it’s been a tumultuous year and honestly, I’m just learning to look after myself and have fun along the way,” she continued. She went on to explain that each time she posts something on social media, she gets “flooded with messages calling me a bad mum or saying mums shouldn’t look or dress or behave like this”.
“Why do we have this old fashioned idea of how mums should look and dress and behave?” she asked. “Honestly, I’m happier now than ever and guess what? That makes me a better mum too.”
“I’ve always been a girl who supports other girls and to any mums who follow me going through a hard time or finding themselves again – I just wanna say I support you! Let’s leave the sexist mum shaming behind.”
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While the images were part of a campaign for the lingerie brand, the words were heartfelt and she was flooded with support in the comments.
A follower called @pixinoto02 gushed: “I think you look amazing . How you look shouldn’t reflect on how you parent it’s very judgmental and im under the impression we are now in a society that says be what you want .. so you do you ! People are just jealous anyway so even if you had a frock on to your ankles and your chin that would upset someone . I’m sure your children will be extremely proud of you ..” (sic)
Someone using the handle @mrsrfirth agreed chiming in: “I normally wouldn’t comment on things but it’s made me so angry seeing the hate you have received. Why does underwear or woman’s bodies shock people so much!? We all wear underwear. It’s nothing to do with who you are as a parent. It’s showing your girls to be proud of your body and to work hard. Please don’t let these horrible people who get a kick out of spreading hate bother you. They are the ones with truly sad lives. Jealously too probably.”
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@gina_b1208 commented: “I’m always disappointed when I read your comments, you can’t win. I’ve seen posts where people moan you hug/kiss your kids too much and all the posts about how mums should dress.
“Your children are very lucky to have you as their mum I’m sure they will grow into kind and non-judgemental adults unlike the people who comment on your posts!”
Meanwhile @kimmy10189 wrote: “I think it’s important after having children to feel empowered and reconnect with yourself to feel sexy and not just a mum.
“You are an amazing mother and woman. And we should be able to do what we want and not be criticised for it some people live on to much of a pedistool and expect ppl to behave a certain way when behind.” (sic)
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