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In a heartfelt discussion, Radhika Apte opens up about her journey into motherhood, revealing that she had mentally prepared for postpartum depression. Fortunately, she experienced pure joy with her newborn rather than severe depression. She candidly discusses the emotional rollercoaster that includes moments of feeling elated, exhausted, and emotionally drained. Additionally, her film 'Sister Midnight' released on May 30, showcasing her in a rebellious role, underscoring her diverse acting prowess.

Key Points: Radhika Apte on Motherhood and Tackling Postpartum Fears

  • Radhika Apte shares her motherhood journey nuances
  • She was prepared for possible postpartum depression
  • Emotional rollercoaster and sleep deprivation are normal parts of parenting
  • Radhika's film 'Sister Midnight' opens, exploring themes of rebellion
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Radhika Apte opens up about her motherhood journey, says she was prepared for postpartum depression

Radhika Apte shares her motherhood journey, revealing her preparations against postpartum depression and discussing emotional challenges and joys.

"I was very prepared for postpartum, actually. - Radhika Apte"

New Delhi, May 30

Actor Radhika Apte, who welcomed her child in December last year with husband, musician Benedict Taylor, recently opened up about the emotional highs and lows that followed the birth of their baby.

In a candid conversation with ANI, Radhika shared that she had mentally prepared herself for "postpartum." The actress also shared that she had spoken to her close ones beforehand, just in case she needed support.

"I was very prepared for postpartum, actually. And I had also made sure that my friends and family were aware that if I went into postpartum depression, they needed to support me. To my own surprise, I was just purely elated when I had a child. And fortunately, I didn't suffer from severe depression at any point," she said.

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However, Apte didn't shy away from sharing the tough parts, too and spoke about the emotional rollercoaster that comes with being a new parent.

"But a child, it's so difficult to look after a child 24/7. It's such a huge change in your life that there are many days and moments of feeling terribly low and lost, as well as feeling elated and in love with your child. There are moments when you have no idea what you think, and you feel emotionally quite tired and low," she added.

"Also, sleep deprivation doesn't help with that. So, it's a constant up and down, I think, this new journey. And it's very, very natural and normal to feel that way," the actress further said.

On the work front, Radhika's latest film 'Sister Midnight' hit Indian theatres on May 30. The film, a dark comedy filled with punk energy, was earlier screened at the Cannes Film Festival in 2023. Radhika is seen playing the role of Uma, a bold and rebellious woman who challenges societal norms, especially those around arranged marriage.

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Speaking about the character, Radhika said Uma may seem wild but is deeply relatable. "I mean, I don't think she's a very, very different character from Indian women. In fact, I think that I've seen a lot of Indian women with the same amount of... Basically, she's quite feral. And I've seen a lot of women like that," she shared.

Sister Midnight is Karan Kandhari's directorial debut.

- ANI

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Priya K.
So refreshing to see a celebrity speak openly about postpartum experiences! In India, we still treat motherhood as this magical phase where women must be happy 24/7. Radhika's honesty will help normalize these conversations. More power to her! 👏
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Rahul S.
As a new father, I completely relate to what she's saying about sleep deprivation and emotional rollercoasters. Indian society needs to stop pressuring new parents to pretend everything is perfect. The struggle is real!
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Ananya M.
Love how Radhika prepared herself mentally beforehand. In our culture, we often ignore mental health aspects of parenting. My didi went through severe postpartum depression and nobody recognized it as a real issue. More awareness is needed!
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Vikram P.
While I appreciate her honesty, I wish she'd also acknowledge her privilege. Most Indian women don't have the luxury of preparing for postpartum depression - they're expected to just cope. The conversation needs to include working class mothers too.
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Shreya G.
Radhika is always so real! The part about feeling both elated and lost resonates so much. Indian moms are expected to be superwomen - cooking, cleaning, baby care, all with a smile. It's okay to not be okay sometimes 💛
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Mohan L.
Interesting that she mentions preparing her support system in advance. In joint families, this happens naturally, but for nuclear families in cities, this is crucial advice. New parents shouldn't hesitate to ask for help.

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