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NDTV
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Sania Mirza Shares Her Honest Opinion On Parenting And Motherhood
Sania Mirza recently opened up about her experience of motherhood and parenting. In a candid conversation with Masoom Minawala, Sania discussed the challenges of motherhood. Recently, in a chat with Masoom Minawala on her podcast, Sania opened up about the overwhelming guilt she experienced when she had to leave her newborn son, Izhaan, for the first time due to work. Just six weeks after giving birth, she flew to Delhi for an event— an experience she described as incredibly difficult. Reflecting on it, Sania acknowledged how mothers often burden themselves with guilt, even when moments are common and children adapt well. View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Masoom Minawala Show (@themasoomminawalashow) Talking further, Sania also shared her experience about breastfeeding Izhaan, where she shared how one time she had to pump milk on the flight—something she found challenging and emotionally taxing. Throughout the day, she remained anxious about leaving her baby behind. However, once she returned home and saw that both she and Izhaan were perfectly fine, it brought her a sense of relief. Looking back, she felt grateful for taking that step, as it helped her regain confidence in balancing motherhood with her professional life. Sania believes there is no one-size-fits-all approach to parenting; as long as the child is healthy and happy, that's what truly matters. She said that instead of burdening women with rigid societal and cultural expectations, parenting should be a shared responsibility between both parents.
India.com
27-04-2025
- Health
- India.com
'Will get pregnant......': Sania Mirza opens up about motherhood, breastfeeding and....
Through this series of photos, we'll know the personal insights shared by India's tennis icon, Sania Mirza, as she opens up about her journey through motherhood. Sania Mirza, regarded as India's most accomplished female tennis star, recently revealed the emotional experience of breastfeeding her son, Izhaan Mirza Malik. In an appearance on The Masoom Minawala Show on April 21, Sania candidly discussed the difficulties she encountered while breastfeeding her child. Although Sania breastfed for almost three months, she found the experience to be both emotionally and mentally overwhelming. The responsibility of being the primary source of nourishment for her son affected her overall health. The sleepless nights and continuous feeding routine contributed significantly to her fatigue. Sania Mirza shared that she was still practicing tennis the night before giving birth to her son on October 30, 2018, and resumed her fitness routine just three weeks post-delivery. While she referred to her pregnancy as a wonderful journey, she admitted that breastfeeding proved to be the most difficult hurdle she faced. In her own words, Sania expressed, "I breastfed for 2.5-3 months. For me, that was the hardest part of pregnancy, I have to say. I am like, I will get pregnant three more times, but this feeding business, I don't know if I can do (again). For me, it was not the physical part of it; for me, the emotional and mental part of it was draining. As a working woman, it really ties you down because you feel like they (the babies) are so dependent on it. There is a time commitment, there is not enough sleep, and you are placing all your activities around when you need to feed the baby." "I did what was needful. But after 3 months, I went to the paediatrician and said, 'Look I have tried but I just can't do it'. He said to try for another month, and I said, 'I will lose my mind'. It was just very hard for me emotionally because you are already dealing with many things and hormones post-pregnancy... and being in the public eye, people are body-shaming you... for me knowing that this little human was dependent on just me for food was a very difficult thing because I felt like what if I am not there," she added. Sania Mirza and her ex-husband Shoaib Malik happily welcomed their son, Izhaan, in 2018. In a conversation on The Masoom Minawala Show, Sania opened up about the emotional reasons behind her choice to step away from professional tennis. Her main motivation was to focus on spending valuable time with her son during his early years. Sania understood the significance of being there for him, ensuring he received the stability and attention he needed.
Hindustan Times
26-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Sania Mirza says breastfeeding was harder than pregnancy as she opens up about motherhood: 'I breastfed for 3 months'
Sania Mirza, widely regarded as India's most successful female tennis player, has opened up about the emotional challenges she faced while breastfeeding her son, Izhaan Mirza Malik. In the April 21 episode of The Masoom Minawala Show, Sania Mirza said that breastfeeding was more emotionally taxing than pregnancy itself. Also read | Bipasha Basu shares her emotional breastfeeding journey with daughter Devi She breastfed for nearly three months, but the experience was emotionally and mentally draining due to the pressure of being the sole provider of nourishment for her baby. Sania said the lack of sleep and constant feeding schedule added to her exhaustion. She said, 'I breastfed for 2.5-3 months. For me, that was the hardest part of pregnancy, I have to say. I am like, I will get pregnant three more times, but this feeding business, I don't know if I can do (again). For me, it was not the physical part of it; for me, the emotional and mental part of it was draining. As a working woman, it really ties you down because you feel like they (the babies) are so dependent on it. There is a time commitment, there is not enough sleep, and you are placing all your activities around when you need to feed the baby.' A post shared by Sania Mirza (@mirzasaniar) She added, 'I did what was needful. But after 3 months, I went to the paediatrician and said, 'Look I have tried but I just can't do it'. He said to try for another month, and I said, 'I will lose my mind'. It was just very hard for me emotionally because you are already dealing with many things and hormones post-pregnancy... and being in the public eye, people are body-shaming you... for me knowing that this little human was dependent on just me for food was a very difficult thing because I felt like what if I am not there.' A post shared by Izhaan Mirza Malik (@ Sania Mirza and ex-husband Shoaib Malik welcomed son Izhaan in 2018. On The Masoom Minawala Show, Sania also shared her reasons for retiring from professional tennis, which were largely driven by her desire to spend quality time with her son. She wanted to be present for Izhaan's formative years and provide him with the stability and care he needed. Click here to learn about a study that explores the effect of breastfeeding on mothers' mental health. If you are looking for tips, click here to know all about the right way and right time to breastfeed. 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.
