Natasha Stankovic on breastfeeding in public: ‘No disgrace’

On the event of World Breastfeeding Week 2021, new mother Natasha Stankovic, who welcomed her first baby Agastya with cricketer Hardik Pandya final 12 months, spoke about her postpartum journey.

In a dialog with Neha Dhupia, she mentioned that whereas breastfeeding her child was “difficult” initially, it was additionally the “best” method to bond along with her. She additionally mentioned that whereas she had loads of girls within the household to supply recommendation about breastfeeding, on the finish of the day she trusted her instincts.

The 29-year-old mom, who breastfed her child for six months, additionally publicly insisted on normalizing breastfeeding. “People needs to be extra open about it in India. It’s nothing to be ashamed of. You are feeding your child your self.” Neha agreed, saying, “That’s precisely what we discuss… we discuss normalizing breastfeeding or if a mom would not need to do this.”

On breastfeeding vs system feeding, she added, “It’s your own choice. You can’t judge a mother.”

Stankovic additionally talked about her being pregnant journey. “I didn’t feel pregnant until two weeks before delivery. I had a routine…I had a complete plan and I was exercising full time…the pregnancy was easy for me. I have never had a disease,” she mentioned.

When requested about her prenatal health routine, she mentioned, “I don’t go to the gym… I know exercises from my school days and I can put them together. I was on my feet all the time,” Having mentioned that she normally relied on a mixture of ballet and Pilates.

Regarding her being pregnant eating regimen, the mom mentioned, “I don’t believe in eating for two…I was healthy. I love Indian food but not when it’s spicy.”

She additionally talked about how her husband supported her all through the journey regardless of her visits. “That was the best support I could have asked for.”