Kourtney Kardashian Opens Up About Postpartum Struggles: Advocates for Awareness on Postpartum Depression. Reality TV star Kourtney Kardashian, renowned for her candidness, has once again opened up about her personal struggles, this time focusing on her postpartum journey after welcoming her baby boy, Rocky Thirteen Barker, with husband Travis Barker last November.
In an Instagram post, Kourtney shared her feelings about returning to work just three months after giving birth. Despite the excitement of a photoshoot for the fifth season of “The Kardashians,” Kourtney admitted feeling apprehensive about being in the spotlight so soon after childbirth.
“I was 3 months postpartum and not feeling quite ready for a big shoot like this where there’s lots and lots of people watching me all day,”
Kourtney wrote. She expressed how different it was to be covered in makeup and wearing high heels compared to the cozy days at home with her baby.
However, Kourtney shared that she’s been trying to shift her mindset to focus on the positives. She feels blessed to be able to bring her baby to work and enjoy the glamor of her job alongside her sisters and mother.
This isn’t the first time Kourtney has been candid about her postpartum experiences. Last month, she penned an open letter to fellow “new mommies” on Instagram, advocating for self-kindness during the postpartum period.
“Your body is beautiful at all stages,” Kourtney emphasized. “During pregnancy as we are glowing and growing, postpartum as we are healing and shrinking, and then that period I find the hardest as our bodies are still adjusting.”
Kourtney’s openness about her postpartum journey comes at a crucial time when social awareness about postpartum depression and anxiety is growing. Many women struggle with the transition to motherhood, facing feelings of overwhelm, sadness, and anxiety that can often go unrecognized or untreated.
According to the American Psychological Association, around 1 in 7 women experience postpartum depression, with symptoms ranging from mood swings and irritability to difficulty bonding with the baby and thoughts of self-harm.
Kourtney’s willingness to share her struggles can help break down the stigma surrounding postpartum mental health issues and encourage other women to seek help and support.
Amidst her busy schedule, Kourtney has been enjoying precious moments with her family, including celebrating her 45th birthday with a firework display alongside Travis and Rocky, and taking Rocky on his first international flight to Australia in March 2024.
As Kourtney continues to navigate the ups and downs of motherhood, her openness serves as a reminder that seeking help and support is essential for maternal mental health.
In her Instagram stories, Kourtney reminded her followers, “The pressure put on us to bounce back when everything is new and different isn’t realistic. Life is too beautiful, you are beautiful.”
Since welcoming Rocky into their family, Kourtney and Travis have offered glimpses into their life as new parents through carefully curated photos that shield their son’s face. Fans eagerly anticipate whether Rocky will make an appearance on “The Kardashians,” but as Kourtney previously stated, the decision is yet to be made.
In the midst of her postpartum journey, Kourtney has been enjoying special moments with her family, including celebrating her 45th birthday with a firework display alongside Travis and Rocky, and taking Rocky on his first international flight to Australia in March 2024.
As Kourtney continues to navigate the ups and downs of motherhood, her openness and honesty serve as a reminder that it’s okay to struggle, and seeking help and support is essential for maternal mental health.
Kourtney Kardashian’s journey highlights the importance of self-care, self-compassion, and breaking the silence surrounding postpartum struggles, ultimately advocating for a society where all mothers feel supported and understood during this delicate time.
