Neha Dhupia To Host Conversations With Radhika Apte, Yuvika For World Breastfeeding Week 2025
Neha Dhupia has reignited 'Freedom to Feed' movement, and will engage in meaningful digital conversations with new moms Radhika Apte, Yuvika Chaudhary, Sonali Sehgall.
Actor Neha Dhupia is set to amplify her initiative 'Freedom to Feed' for World Breastfeeding Week 2025, with a fresh round of candid, powerful conversations and new voices joining the movement. The actress will host conversations with new mothers Radhika Apte, Yuvika Chaudhary and Sonali Sehgall in the week from 1st to 7th August, which will be shared on her social media handle.
Launched in 2019, Freedom to Feed was born from Neha's personal journey into motherhood and her desire to normalize public breastfeeding without stigma, shame, or judgement. The platform has since evolved into a collective of shared experiences, honest dialogue, and solidarity among mothers and caregivers.
This year, Neha will be engaging in meaningful digital conversations with celebrated actors Radhika Apte, Yuvika Chaudhary, and Sonali Sehgall, diving deep into themes of body autonomy, societal pressures, and the emotional landscape of motherhood. These conversations will be shared via her social media channels throughout the week.
Over the years, Freedom to Feed has garnered support from some of the most respected names in entertainment including Bipasha Basu, Freida Pinto, Soha Ali Khan, and Dia Mirza, who have all spoken out in support of a more open, understanding dialogue around breastfeeding and maternal health.
Speaking about reigniting the campaign, Neha Dhupia said: 'When I first launched Freedom to Feed, it came from a deeply personal space from feeling vulnerable, judged, and isolated during what should have been the most natural and empowering time of my life. Over the years, I've realised how many women have felt the same, and how powerful it can be when we come together to share our stories. This year, I want to make the conversation even louder, even more honest. Because no woman should be made to feel ashamed for simply feeding her child. This is about choice, dignity, and respect and it's time we all stood up for that."
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