Jennifer Hawkins reveals she has a ‘stomach pouch’ after giving birth

She welcomed her first child, daughter Frankie Violet, in October.  

And model Jennifer Hawkins has revealed she is ‘proud’ of how her body has changed after pregnancy and childbirth.

The 36-year-old model told Marie Claire she didn’t mind having a ‘stomach pouch’ because motherhood was worth every sacrifice.

‘I have so much more respect for my body, instead of worrying about it aesthetically. You let go and I feel like I’m much calmer now,’ Jennifer said.

‘I’m really content and I don’t mind what people say because I’m happy with myself. I thought I’d be worried about having a stomach that wouldn’t pull in – I have a pouch!

‘But I just think “Who cares? Look what I’ve got in my arms.'” I look at Frankie and go, “Wow, my body grew her and feeds her.”‘

The former Miss Universe described her newfound self-acceptance as ‘freeing’ after she and her husband had tried for a baby for two years.    

The doting mother featured on the cover of the May edition of Marie Claire while  cradling her five-month-old daughter.

While Jennifer has appeared on the covers of countless magazines in the past, this is the first time she has posed with her child 

Jennifer, who is married to property developer Jake Wall, wore a peach-toned linen dress while holding Frankie close to her chest. 

The former Australia’s Next Top Model host looked ethereal with her signature blonde locks flowing past her shoulders. 

Showcasing her natural beauty, Jennifer opted for pink lipstick, and accentuated her eyes with a subtle blended grey.