Halle Bailey shared a heartfelt Instagram post in January 2024, announcing the birth of her son, Halo. She described him as the greatest gift of 2023 in the emotional caption. Despite calling him “perfect,” the The Color Purple star opened up about her struggles with postpartum depression in a recent Snapchat video.
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In the video, Bailey expressed feeling like a different person and struggling with her new identity post-birth. She questioned the toll of motherhood on her mental health and the challenge of feeling normal in her own body after welcoming Halo secretly with boyfriend DDG.
Bailey bravely spoke about her severe postpartum depression, describing it as an overwhelming ocean of emotions with waves of intense highs and lows. She admitted to experiencing separation anxiety from Halo, unable to be away from him for long without feeling distressed.
Despite Halo being perfect and beautiful, Bailey noted that her struggles were internal and not a reflection of her love for her son. Social media comments triggered her to make the video, emphasizing how hurtful words can impact mental health struggles like postpartum depression.
This candid conversation serves as a reminder that mental health is complex and affects everyone, regardless of celebrity status. Bailey’s vulnerability sheds light on the importance of supporting new moms and understanding the challenges they face, both personally and in the public eye.
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