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Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Mom guilt driving women out of workforce? Expert shares 4 health consequences of the emotional burden, what can help
As women juggle household chores, parenting responsibilities, and work deadlines, they are at increasing risk of experiencing mom guilt. They find themselves overwhelmed by the emotional turmoil of feeling like they are not doing enough for their family and children. In a fast-paced work culture that has normalised the hustle, the guilt only presses on, as mothers try to balance both work and home with equal fervour, but still feel they are falling short on all fronts. In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Michelle Shah, a Paediatric Lifestyle Medicine Specialist, unpacks this silent emotional burden. The effects are far-reaching, impacting their health to career growth. She explained mom guilt and added, 'Motherhood is often portrayed as a journey filled with joy, fulfilment and boundless love. Yet, for many women, this experience is accompanied by persistent feelings of guilt, self-doubt and overwhelm, a phenomenon widely known as 'mom guilt'. Today, a large number of working mothers find themselves walking a tightrope, expected to excel in their careers while managing the lion's share of caregiving responsibilities. This unrelenting pressure fuels a pervasive yet often overlooked emotional burden of guilt.' Dr Michelle Shah shared a detailed guide with us, explaining the origins of mom guilt to the health consequences: ALSO READ: Mother's Day 2025: Expert tips to support the mental wellbeing of working, stay-at-home and single moms From a health standpoint, mom guilt is not just a psychological challenge; it's a silent contributor to chronic disease. The mental strain manifests physically, affecting long-term well-being: Companies, policymakers, and communities must actively create environments where maternal well-being is prioritised. Solutions may include: 1. Flexible work policies: Encouraging adequate maternity leave, hybrid models, remote work and adaptable schedules that enable mothers to balance professional and family responsibilities. 2. Access to mental health support: Providing counselling services, mental wellness programs and emotional resilience training for parents. 3. Promoting workplace inclusion: Normalising caregiving duties among all employees, regardless of gender, to reduce the pressure on mothers alone. 4. Health-centered solutions: Encouraging mothers to embrace lifestyle medicine practices, such as balanced nutrition, physical activity, and mindfulness, as essential steps in managing stress and enhancing overall well-being. ALSO READ: Mother's Day 2025: 5 yoga poses for mothers to recharge and relax Note to readers: This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions about a medical condition.
IOL News
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Amber Heard celebrates the arrival of twins after overcoming infertility
Amber Heard announced that she is now a mom of three after welcoming her twin on Mother's Day. Image: Supplied On Mother's Day, US actress Amber Heard revealed that she is now a mom of three after announcing the arrival of her twin babies. Heard shared a cute picture of their feet and also added that she now has welcomed the arrival of a boy, named Ocean and a girl, named Agnes. She captioned her post, 'Mother's Day 2025 will be one I'll never forget. This year, I am elated beyond words to celebrate the completion of the family I've strived to build for years. 'Today I officially share the news that I welcomed twins into the Heard gang. My daughter Agnes and my son Ocean are keeping my hand (and my heart) full,' the now mother-of-three shared. The 39-year-old further added that when she had her first daughter, who she welcomed in 2021 her world changed forever and she couldn't be happier - now with three children, she is even more happy. Heard continued to add that despite having fertility challenges, she's grateful to have chosen to do this responsibly and thoughtfully. According to 'People', Heard's spokesperson shared that the actress is happy and has now completed her family. "Heard is delighted to welcome the twins and complete her family. Mama and babies are enjoying every minute, and Oonagh is happily running the show,' the spokesperson revealed. In 2024, according to multiple online reports the actress was expecting another baby. However, Heard did not confirm nor deny the claims. Heard has been entangled in a legal battle with her ex-husband, Johnny Depp, after she filed for divorce in 2016 and alleging that she was physically abused by Depp. Depp went on to sue the actress for defamation. In 2022, their legal battle became a publicised court case, and after multiple court appearances, Heard lost the case after the court ruled in favour of Depp. One year later, Heard paid Depp $1 million (which is approximately R18.3 million) in settlement money, officially closing out their defamation case.
News18
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Amber Heard Announces The Arrival Of Her Twins On Mother's Day
Last Updated: Amber Heard dropped a picture featuring the tiny feet of her kids alongside a note to announce that she became a mom again. Amber Heard has embraced motherhood once again with the arrival of her twins. On Mother's Day, May 11, the 39-year-old actress took to Instagram to announce the beautiful news. She posted a heartwarming photo of her newborn's tiny feet. Alongside the image, Amber penned an emotional note and even revealed the names of her twins. 'Mother's Day 2025 will be one I'll never forget. This year I am elated beyond words to celebrate the completion of the family I've strived to build for years," wrote the Aquaman actress. She added, 'Today, I officially share the news that I welcomed twins into the Heard gang. My daughter Agnes and my son Ocean are keeping my hands (and my heart) full." The 39-year-old actress reflected on the birth of her daughter Oonagh, sharing how she thought nothing could give her more joy than welcoming her, but she was proved wrong. She said, 'When I had my first baby girl Oonagh four years ago, my world changed forever. I thought I couldn't possibly burst with more joy. Well, now I am bursting times three!!!" Amber also talked about her fertility challenges in the post, highlighting, 'Becoming a mother by myself and on my own terms despite my own fertility challenges has been the most humbling experience of my life." She concluded her post by wishing all the mothers around the world on this special day. The actress said, 'I am eternally grateful that I was able to choose this responsibly and thoughtfully. To all the moms, wherever you are today and however you got here, my dream family and I are celebrating with you. Love always, A x." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Amber Heard (@amberheard) Last year, media reports suggested that Amber was expecting her second child. In a new conversation with People, her reps told the outlet that the actress 'is delighted to welcome the twins and complete her family." They also shared that the mother and her babies have been enjoying every minute, and Oonagh has been fulfilling all her responsibilities as the big sister. After her highly publicised legal battle with her ex-husband, actor Johnny Depp, which came to an end in 2022, Amber moved overseas to Madrid, Spain, to live a relatively quieter life. First Published:
India Today
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Amber Heard celebrates Mother's Day by announcing birth of twins
On Mother's Day, Hollywood actor Amber Heard dropped a surprise by announcing the birth of twins. She shared a photo along with a note, and revealed that she is now a mother to a son named Ocean and a daughter named shared the news on her Instagram on International Mother's Day. She is also a mother to her four-year-old daughter Oonagh, born in 2021. In her post, the 39-year-old actor said she is "elated beyond words".advertisementShe wrote, "Mother's Day 2025 will be one I'll never forget. This year I am elated beyond words to celebrate the completion of the family I've strived to build for years. Today I officially share the news that I welcomed twins into the Heard gang. My daughter Agnes and my son Ocean are keeping my hands (and my heart) full (sic)." She shared about her fertility challenges and described becoming a mother as "the most humbling experience" of her life and wrote, "When I had my first baby girl Oonagh four years ago, my world changed forever. I thought I couldn't possibly burst with more joy. Well, now I am bursting times three!!! Becoming a mother by myself and on my own terms despite my own fertility challenges has been the most humbling experience of my life. I am eternally grateful that I was able to choose this responsibly and thoughtfully. To all the moms, wherever you are today and however you got here, my dream family and I are celebrating with you (sic)."advertisementHere is the post:Amber Heard was previously married to actor Johnny Depp from 2015 to 2016. They finalised their divorce in 2017 and later in 2022, they were involved in a highly-publicised defamation trial. Heard later dated Elon Musk before they went separate ways in 2018. She was most recently linked to filmmaker Bianci Butti. Must Watch
Time of India
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Amber Heard announces the birth of the twins on Mother's Day 2025 amid the fertility challenges
, the 'Aquaman' actress, announced the birth of her twins on Mother's Day 2025. Previously, she had revealed her pregnancy in December 2024, and now she delightfully welcomes two more members, Agnes and Ocean, to the Heard clan. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Amber Heard welcomes Agnes and Ocean On May 11, 2025, Amber Heard disclosed the heartwarming news on Instagram, where she shared a picture of the feet of all three of her children, and wrote a heartfelt note in the caption. While she said that her family has been complete now with the new arrivals, Amber also mentioned that she faced fertility challenges. 'Mother's Day 2025 will be one I'll never forget. This year I am elated beyond words to celebrate the completion of the family I've strived to build for years,' Amber wrote in the caption. 'Today I officially share the news that I welcomed twins into the Heard gang. My daughter Agnes and my son Ocean are keeping my hands (and my heart) full,' she continued. Amber Heard revealed the fertility challenges Furthermore, the 39-year-old said, 'When I had my first baby girl Oonagh four years ago, my world changed forever. I thought I couldn't possibly burst with more joy. Well, now I am bursting times three!!! Becoming a mother by myself and on my own terms despite my own fertility challenges has been the most humbling experience of my life.' Amber Heard is delighted 'I am eternally grateful that I was able to choose this responsibly and thoughtfully. To all the moms, wherever you are today and however you got here, my dream family and I are celebrating with you. Love always, A x,' Amber Heard concluded. According to People, one of Amber's reps revealed that she is quite delighted with the birth of the twins, and their elder sister, Oonagh, has been running the show.
