Motherhood: A transformative, awe-inspiring journey and profound experience that leaves an indelible mark on the lives of women. It is a chapter filled with boundless love, joyous moments, and cherished memories, but it also comes with its share of challenges and insecurities. Weight gain, stretch marks and the way you look impacts the way you feel. However, the things women worry about at that moment seem so insignificant in the long run. This is the story of every mother who has taken a few moments to pause and consider her weight before jumping onto the treadmill of motherhood, where she just never stops. However, when she catches herself in the reflection of the thousands of mirrors she passes by every day and sees herself as unsexy or not so beautiful, she does not blame it solely on motherhood. Our society often idolises unrealistic standards of beauty and these changes may lead to feelings of self-doubt and insecurity for many women.
In this heartfelt exploration, we delve into the lives of six remarkable women, each at different stages of motherhood. Their stories are a testament to the resilience and strength that comes with embracing the physical transformations brought forth by motherhood. From the miraculous changes that occur during pregnancy to the postpartum journey of acceptance and self-love, these women open up about their experiences, vulnerabilities, and triumphs. Through candid anecdotes and introspective reflections, we shed light on the diverse emotions and struggles that accompany motherhood—a reflection of how a woman’s perception of her body changes through her 20s, 30s and in her 40s. These women share their very raw emotions of love, loathe, gratitude and resilience for their bodies. A feeling every mother can attest to.
AMRITA THAKUR
This story is from the August 2023 edition of Harper's Bazaar India.
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