Nigerian Actress Olayinka Solomon Shares Postpartum Struggles After Childbirth
Nigerian actress Olayinka Solomon, popularly known as Ogo Mushin, has shared her postpartum struggles after welcoming her fourth child. On Instagram, she shared her emotional and physical challenges, and fellow mothers are talking about the reality of postpartum changes.
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The actress said she is experiencing mood swings, memory loss, and changes in her appetite. She said little things irritate her and she often forgets conversations shortly after having them.
In her post, she wrote:
“Postpartum mom. What changed after childbirth? Mine, I get angry over little things and memory loss; we can gist now, next minute I don’t remember.”
She further shared her struggles with hunger and not feeling full, saying:
“What changed???? I don’t get full…I can eat now, next minute am hungry.”
Many mothers who commented on her post shared similar experiences, how postpartum affected their moods, mental health, and physical well-being. Women appreciated her honesty as postpartum struggles are often overlooked, especially in societies where new mothers are expected to adjust to their new role without complaining.
Postpartum changes can affect women in different ways, from mild mood swings to severe conditions like postpartum depression. Many new mothers experience anxiety, sadness, irritability, or exhaustion but some go through more intense emotional distress that can interfere with daily life. Medical experts say postpartum depression affects 1 in 7 women, it’s a common condition but one that is often misunderstood or dismissed.
Medical professionals have noted that postpartum depression is treatable, and new mothers should not hesitate to seek help. Treatment can be therapy, medication, or even simple lifestyle changes like getting enough rest, light exercise, and having a strong support system.
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