All of the original stars of the Teen Mom franchise have developed a certain amount of media savvy after more than a decade in the spotlight, but perhaps none of them is as adept at using the internet to effectively communicate with fans as Kailyn Lowry.
In addition to starring in one of TV’s most popular reality shows, Kailyn is a bestselling author , a podcast host, and a beloved personality on both Instagram and Twitter.
There’s no hustle too great or small for the 26-year-old mother of three – you can call it the Kim Kardashian approach to fame.
Speaking of Kim, it seems Kail is taking after the reality world’s first reality TV A-lister by posting a risqué Kardashian-esque selfie on social media to celebrate her recent birthday.
Fans never saw it coming, and needless to say, the most obsessive Lowry lovers are losing their minds …
Kail Comes Out of Her Shell
Over the years, Kail has been applauded by fans for her willingness to put her kids’ needs above her own. But she’s still a young woman with a life to live and dreams to pursue. And she reminded fans of that independent nature with her latest IG post.
Kailyn’s Birthday Suit
Kail posted a totally nude photo to celebrate her bithday this week. Needless to say, the pic was big hit with fans.
Birthday Swag
(Getty) “Birthday suit for the birthday girl,” Kail helpfully captioned the pic. Lowry turned 26 on March 14.
The Skin You’re In
Kail added the following hashtags to the pic: “#naked #lovetheskinyourein #boudoir #birthday #womenempowerment #curvesaresexy #mom”
All Hail Kail
(Getty) The response from fans was overwhelmingly positive. Kail’s followers are a devoted bunch, and they came out in full force to show their support.
The Gift of Positivity
(Getty) As if the pic itself was’t enough of a confidence booster, the comments from fans must have left Kail feeling like she’s capable of anything. It’s the best gift possible for a woman who’s spoken openly about the ways in which her psyche has been damaged by hate from her harshest critics.
Elemental Beauty
“Happy birthday Kail this is absolutely beautiful and hope you have it displayed in your room,” commented one fan. “Mainly to remind yourself that you are truly beautiful in your natural element. Gorgeous!”
Haters Gonna Hate, Hate, Hate…
“You go girl!!! You look amazing keep on doing like you doing,” wrote one follower, adding, “Haters gonna hate.” Sadly, that’s a fact of the world that Kail is all too familiar with.
Fitness on Fleek
(Getty) “Haters are just mad they can’t look this good after 3 kids!!!” a third fan observed. “Stunning!”
The Lowry Love-Fest
We’re sure all this support has done wonders for Kail’s mental state. And it couldn’t come at a better time. Her birthday caps what’s surely been one of the most eventful – and at times painful – years of her life.
Lux Life
Obviously, the biggest development of the past 12 months was the arrival of Kailyn’s son, Lux. But as joyous as the arrival was, it complicated Kail’s life in a number of ways.
The Chris Conundrum
For much of the past year, fans were had mixed feelings toward Lux’s father, Chris Lopez. At first, it seemed Kail was also of two minds on Lopez. Sadly, in the months since Lux entered the world Lopez has proven his harshest ctirics right.
Deadbeat Dad
These days, Lopez is mostly absent from his son’s life. When he posted a photo of Lux on social media last week, Kail accused him of being an “Instagram parent.”
Javi Drama
In addition to her ongoing conflict with Lopez, Kail has been forced to endure a number of ups and downs in her relationship with Javi Marroquin, the father of her second child.
Javi and Bri
Part of the problem was Javi’s relationship with Kail’s longtime rival, Briana DeJesus. We’re sure it was much to Kailyn’s relief that the relationship was short-lived. But to an extent, the damage had already been done.
A Canceled Collaboration
(MTV) At one point last year, Javi and Kail were planning to release a pair of memoirs about their failed marriage. The collaboration was canceled when Javi became involved with Bri.
Water Under the Bridge
Fortunately, it seems Kail and Javi have put their differences behind them … for the most part. Marroquin appeared on Lowry’s podcast, and the conversation was surprisingly civil.
A Year-End Vacation
Kailyn capped off her 25th year by taking a tropical vacation with her friend and castmate Leah Messer. Based on their Instagram pics, the pair had a blast, but like everything she posts on social media, Lowry’s photos attracted haters…
Letting Her Haters Be Her Motivators
Kailyn was body-shamed by some truly vile trolls, but fortunately, it seems she had the last laugh. With how well-received her birthday photo was, you can bet she won’t be letting the trash-talkers of Instagram affect her self-esteem any time soon!