Problem One: I'm WAY skinny! I’m talking 5 feet 6 inches and weigh 110 lbs. And with summer finally here, I'm not comfortable with my body! My mom got me a REALLY cute bikini, but I'm not comfortable wearing it.


Hey Girl!

EVERYONE feels super self-conscious with bathing suit season approaching – no matter what their size. If you are eating healthy and exercising, then I wouldn’t be concerned about your size – it is just the way you are built.

As for your bikini sitch – like I said before, almost EVERY chick feels totally self-conscious wearing her swimsuit this summer. The important thing to remember is that you’re not alone, babe! Instead of thinking about what you don't like about yourself, focus on what you do like about yourself!

Also, instead of zeroing in on the negatives, think of all of the amazing things your bod does for you! Like seeing, hearing, running, singing and tons, TONS more! Sometimes, if you look at your bod this way, you can respect your body and all that it does for you!

And trust me, I know it’s easier said than done, but you gotta know that you’re awesome just the way you are. Don’t compare yourself to other gals. I know, corny right? But it’s totally true!

Psst! I’ll let you in on a li’l secret – the girl that everyone has their eyes on has confidence. In reality though, she probably has things about her bod that she's self-conscious about. But if you strut proudly in your bikini and think that you look super cute, then that’s the way everyone else will perceive ya and you’ll start to believe it too!

Now, as for your period prob – everyone gets their period at a different time, so I wouldn’t worry. If you've begun puberty, then I have a feeling you'll get your period in no time. I’m not a doctor though, so if you’re still feeling super concerned, talk to your doctor! He or she knows best!

-Katy J. 

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