Postpartum depression

Chrissy Teigen Plays It Cool in Response to Getting Mom-Shamed

Chrissy Teigen Plays It Cool in Response to Getting Mom-Shamed
Family & kids
5 months ago

Any parent knows how hurtful it can be to be shamed for your parenting style. But, unfortunately, some people simply can’t hold back negative comments, even when there’s really no reason for it. Chrissy Teigen is one of those celebrity moms who has experienced an abundance of unsolicited advice and judgment about her parenting, so she knows a thing or 2 about dealing with internet trolls. In her recent Instagram post, Teigen demonstrated one more time how to stay calm and classy when dealing with haters.

Brooke Shields Overcome With Emotion as She Reveals Heartbreaking Details About Herself

Brooke Shields Overcome With Emotion as She Reveals Heartbreaking Details About Herself
People
5 months ago

Even though Brooke Shields has been out of the public eye for some time now, she has recently returned to the scene to reveal some personal truths that have shed new light on the legendary model and actress of the 1980s. It hasn’t been easy for Shields or her family to be upfront about certain private aspects of her life, but the actress believes that by doing so, she will help others who are going through a similar ordeal.

Help Me. I Don’t Love My Newborn Baby

Help Me. I Don’t Love My Newborn Baby
Family & kids
7 months ago

According to studies, about 20% of new mothers and fathers don’t feel an emotional attachment to their newborn babies. For some parents, this lasts only a few hours after delivery, while for others, this can take weeks or even months. One Bright Side reader was concerned about why she couldn’t establish an emotional connection with her baby, so she wrote us a letter asking for our advice.

10 Celebrities Who Fought All the Odds to Have Children

10 Celebrities Who Fought All the Odds to Have Children
Family & kids
month ago

Being a mom is one of the greatest feelings in this world. The truth is, becoming a mother isn’t always an easy task, and it’s often accompanied by hardships and pain. For instance, many women have trouble getting pregnant due to reproductive issues and have to undergo IVF treatments or other procedures that are painful and overwhelming physically and emotionally. Many celebrities have also faced this issue, but now they are moms.

What Your Eye Color Can Say About You and Your Ancestry

What Your Eye Color Can Say About You and Your Ancestry
Curiosities
9 months ago

We’ve all heard the saying that the eyes are “the mirror of the soul,” but could this idea be more concrete than we thought? What is the real story behind your eye color, and where did the slew of seemingly endless shades really come from? Whatever the answer may be, one thing’s for sure, eye color is entirely unique, like a fingerprint. That is, nobody else has exactly the same eye color as you. In fact, some recent studies show that our eye color is much more complex than we once thought.

14 Celebrity Moms Share What They Actually Felt Postpartum

14 Celebrity Moms Share What They Actually Felt Postpartum
People
year ago

Postpartum depression is a long-term mental illness that many new mothers endure following childbirth. Few people are aware of this, yet moms suffer from it after giving birth. They are unable to tell others about their struggles with stress, worry, and anxiety. Doctors say that about 10% of new mothers fall into this trap.Bright Side would like to talk about 14 famous moms who were strong enough to talk openly about their postpartum experiences.

11 Celebrity Moms Who Opened Up About Their Post-Birth Experience Reminding Women That They Are Not Alone

11 Celebrity Moms Who Opened Up About Their Post-Birth Experience Reminding Women That They Are Not Alone
Girls stuff
year ago

Childbirth is one of the most exciting events in our lives, but it also often comes with a mix of contrasting feelings that some women don’t expect. It can be so powerful and overwhelming that it can’t and shouldn’t be ignored. All of these celebrities have decided to speak about the less appealing side of having a child and the ways they managed to overcome it.

Should Men Take Part in Childbirth and Why Having Them Involved Is Not as Scary as It Seems

Should Men Take Part in Childbirth and Why Having Them Involved Is Not as Scary as It Seems

Partner childbirth, when a husband not only brings his wife to the hospital but also takes part in the process, is becoming more and more popular all over the world. Some people think men shouldn’t witness this physiological process, while others, on the contrary, see a husband as a future parent who should go through all the hardships together with his wife and give her all the necessary support.

Why Some Mothers Don’t Fall in Love With Their Babies Right Away

Why Some Mothers Don’t Fall in Love With Their Babies Right Away
Psychology
2 years ago

While having a child is a happy occasion, about 20% of new moms and dads do not feel that special connection with their newborn the moment they set their eyes on them. But there is no reason to feel guilty about this, because sometimes it just takes time. One day, that little bundle of joy may just flash a toothless smile that makes their hearts flutter and that’s when they start to feel that powerful bond.

8 Tiny Details in Your Look That Can Reveal Everything About You

8 Tiny Details in Your Look That Can Reveal Everything About You
Curiosities
2 years ago

Scientists say that we form a first impression of someone and decide whether they’re trustworthy or not in about 100 milliseconds. During this time, we estimate their social status, intelligence, and how successful they are. Did you know that it’s possible to tell how friendly you are by looking at the shape of your cheekbones? Even when you’re not saying anything, your appearance reveals a lot about your personal qualities. And now it’s time to find out what gives us away.

8 Things Your Labor Nurse Wants You to Know

8 Things Your Labor Nurse Wants You to Know
Family & kids
3 years ago

False labor can start if you are tired and dehydrated and you might not have a period the entire time you are breastfeeding. It’s better to be prepared for these things in advance to avoid any stressful situations in the future and provide your baby with the best overall experience.

Why Mothers Need a “Postpartum Party” More Than a Baby Shower

Why Mothers Need a “Postpartum Party” More Than a Baby Shower

A postpartum party is exactly what it sounds like — a post-birth get-together to help parents with their new baby. It doesn’t mean that you have to cancel baby showers, but putting on another celebration after a delivery could be a great gesture, especially if the new mom is going through postpartum depression.

Science Says Childbirth Can Change a New Father’s Body and Brain

Science Says Childbirth Can Change a New Father’s Body and Brain

Mood and hormonal swings, stress, and dozens of unexpected body changes — this is what pregnancy and childbirth bring to a woman’s life. It is believed that fathers remain unaffected, because they don’t carry babies, and they don’t give birth. Recent studies showed, however, that men also experience hormonal, neurological, and behavioral changes when they welcome their newborn kids into their lives.

The Story of Dickens’ Wife Who Walked Out the Door and Left Her 10 Children Behind Forever

The Story of Dickens’ Wife Who Walked Out the Door and Left Her 10 Children Behind Forever
Family & kids
4 years ago

Catherine Dickens’ family life was not a simple one. She could’ve become an actress, a writer, or a chef but she became a wife of a genius and a mother of 10 children. The great English writer, Charles Dickens dreamed about having a big family and a wife who would keep his house warm. But after 20 years of living together, he saw a crazy person in the woman he once loved and didn’t have anything in common with her anymore.

12 Famous Moms Who Don’t Pretend to Be Perfect and Show Their Real Life

12 Famous Moms Who Don’t Pretend to Be Perfect and Show Their Real Life
Family & kids
4 years ago

Many Internet users attacked Khloe Kardashian for a photo with her 5-month-old daughter. The celebrity decided that using an app for editing the baby’s face was a great idea. This unrealistic picture of the baby girl shows just how far some people will go to try to look better online than they do in real life. Luckily, there are celebrities who don’t support this tendency and choose to be sincere.

10 Celebrities Who Were Brave Enough to Open Up About Their Mental Health Struggles

10 Celebrities Who Were Brave Enough to Open Up About Their Mental Health Struggles
People
4 years ago

It’s never easy to speak up about mental health problems. And there are several reasons for this. Some people don’t want to receive a diagnosis of anxiety or depression due to the stigma surrounding these problems. Others can’t admit that they feel down or are just unable to cope with it because of their friends’ or families’ attitude. And there’s another group of people that just doesn’t believe that there is anybody who can help them. But some celebrities were brave enough to open up, and they found tons of support from other people.