Childbirth and early motherhood frequently diverge from expectations, with experiences often being harsh and brutal. After preparing through IVF, NCT classes, and expecting a joyous moment of connection, the reality was fraught with pain and challenges. Despite turning to support groups, negativity surrounding childbirth is often discouraged. Lily Philips shares her three-day labor filled with comedy and frustration, while highlighting the significant gender gap in parenting roles. She questions societal norms that romanticize childbirth as an empowering experience.
Birth is often portrayed in a positive light, but the reality can be harsh and brutal, as I experienced during labor and early motherhood.
Crying is a powerful way to address the imbalance of toxic positivity surrounding childbirth, which makes new mothers feel isolated.
The disparity between the expectations set by Instagram and antenatal classes and the actual experience of childbirth raises interesting questions.
In heterosexual relationships, there remains a notable gender gap in parenting duties, often overlooked even with the best of intentions.
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