Learning To Love My Facial Scars

Natalia Freitas shares her life story, from being born with Nevis NMC, a condition that left her with a birthmark covering 40% of her face, to overcoming childhood challenges and embracing self-love. She moved to California, faced dating challenges, and eventually found love. Natalia now advocates for body positivity through social media and public speaking. She participated in the Empower Her New York event, inspiring others with her journey.

What condition was Natalia Freitas born with?

• Cleft lip

• Nevis NMC

• Vitiligo

• Albinism

How many surgeries did Natalia undergo to remove her facial birthmark?

• 11

• 9

• 7

• 5

What was one of the challenges Natalia faced when using dating apps?

• Finding someone who shared her interests

• People disappearing after learning about her condition

• Lack of matches

• Technical issues with the app

What was the first thing Natalia's partner noticed about her on the dating app?

• Her birthmark

• Her fun-loving pictures

• Her profile description

• Her location

What is the focus of Natalia's multimedia project?

• Travel blogging

• Cooking tutorials

• Fashion design

• Body positivity and self-love

Where did Natalia attend an empowerment event as a panelist?

• Chicago

• New York

• Miami

• Los Angeles

What was Natalia's hope for the women she met at the New York event?

• That they would follow her on social media

• That they would embrace themselves like she does

• That they would join her project

• That they would move to New York