Jessica Simpson is a proud mother of three, but she doesn’t shy away from speaking about the harsh realities of the impact pregnancy weight has on many women. In her case, she gained 100 lbs and found it hard to shed it post-birth. Since losing weight, she’s sharing her weight loss secrets in hopes of helping others.

She says the secret to losing 100 lbs was staying patient and determined

Simpson has shown off her weight loss before but never in a swimsuit. She recently showed off her body in a bikini in an Instagram post. “I have gained and lost 100lbs 3x so I never thought this moment could or would happen, but I’m finally spring breakin’ wearin’ a BIKINI!!!!!!” she captioned the post. “Hard work Determination Self Love.” During a recent appearance on The Real, Jeannie Mai asked the fashion powerhouse the secret to her weight loss journey.