Bollywood actress Sonam Kapoor, who welcomed her son Vayu in 2022, has been open about her journey into motherhood. In an exclusive interview, she shared her insights on the transformative impact of motherhood on her life.
Sonam spoke about ‘mom guilt,’ a feeling many mothers experience regardless of their lifestyle choices. Whether doing household chores, pursuing a career, or engaging in personal endeavours, guilt is a common thread among mothers.
She said, “One can never be prepared for motherhood. Whether you’re a stay-at-home mother or a working mother, everyone goes through mom guilt. Whether you’re doing a load of laundry or you’re cooking in the kitchen or you’re doing an interview with someone, there will always be guilt.”
She further added, “The most considerable conception about working moms is that people think we don’t care about our kids and care more about our work. It’s not true. We care about our children enough to want to work.”
Sonam Kapoor debunked the misconception that working mothers prioritize their work over their children. She emphasized that working mothers deeply care for their kids and pursue careers to provide a better future for them.
Embracing Self-Acceptance
Sonam Kapoor highlighted the importance of self-acceptance amidst the challenges of motherhood. She acknowledged her profound changes and recognized the importance of embracing oneself during this transformative period.
The Unpredictable Nature Of Motherhood
Sonam Kapoor addressed the unpredictable nature of motherhood, suggesting that despite any preparation, the emotional journey of motherhood remains inherently challenging and unforeseeable.
Sonam Kapoor reflected on how motherhood has positively transformed her life, making her feel more authentic and genuine to herself. She believes that motherhood has brought about a more profound self-acceptance.
“The positive change that’s come about in my life with motherhood is that I feel more myself now. I was pushed to a point where I had to accept myself because my whole body changed, my mental makeup changed and I was like if I don’t accept myself now for what I am, who I am and how my body has changed, it’s never going to happen. This is the time I need to understand otherwise I’m going to go down a dark hole. So, I just had to learn to be okay with who I am and where I am in my life.”
Sonam Kapoor’s Journey In Bollywood
Sonam Kapoor debuted in Bollywood with ‘Saawariya’ in 2007 and delivered numerous hits like Neerja, Khoobsurat, and The Zoya Factor. She recently appeared with Purab Kohli and Vinay Pathak in “Blind.” Before that, she briefly appeared in “AK vs. AK” with Vikramaditya Motwane.
Sonam Kapoor’s Personal Life
Sonam and businessman Anand Ahuja tied the knot and they have a son together. They married in a traditional Sikh ceremony in Mumbai on May 9, 2018. She revealed on Instagram on March 21, 2022, that she and her spouse were expecting their first child. Vayu, her son, was born on August 20, 2022.