Richa Chadha Reveals Dealing With Postpartum Anxiety After Embracing Motherhood; Writes, “No Matter Who I Speak To…”

Richa Chadha took to her Instagram handle to share an emotional post about her experience with postpartum anxiety. The actress, who embraced motherhood last year, opened up about her ongoing struggle with anxiety and the overwhelming feeling of hopelessness brought on by continuous conflicts and personal hardships.

Richa Chadha Opens Up On Dealing With Postpartum Anxiety

On April 13, Richa penned an insightful post, shedding light on the silent emotional struggles faced by new mothers. She emphasized that this inexplicable grief seems to touch everyone, regardless of age, gender, or religious beliefs, making it a universal struggle in today’s society. “For the past few months, I have been grappling with something while experiencing my life as a new mom, almost as a witness… and with that, emotions that come like waves of the ocean,” she wrote.

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She continued, “No matter who I speak to, whether they live in India or not, whether they’re young or old, regardless of gender, atheists or God-fearing, artists or normies—there is an inexplicable sadness. A feeling of impending and imminent doom. A numb kind of hopelessness, born out of strife and struggle.”

She stressed that this emotional turmoil extends beyond her personal experience as a new mother, highlighting it as a common challenge faced by many individuals from various backgrounds. Richa’s candid remarks brought much-needed attention to the mental health issues that often accompany significant life changes, such as motherhood.

Fans React To Richa Chadha’s Heartfelt Post

The 38-year-old actress’s heartfelt post resonated with many, inspiring them to share their experiences. One user commented, “Thank you. I thought I was the only one who felt this way.” Another fan added, “Thanks for articulating this—I’ve thought about this a lot lately and come to the realization that I’m at my happiest when off social media (or the internet in general) & engaging with people IRL.” Numerous others expressed their relatability to her feelings, further highlighting the impact of her openness.

Richa welcomed her daughter on July 16, 2024, with her husband and actor, Ali Fazal, and shared candid reflections on her emotional struggles since becoming a mother. She described her experience as living life almost as a witness, noting a sense of detachment despite the joy of bringing new life into the world.

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