Preparing For Baby: See How Your Favourite Celebs Did It

Actresses are under immense pressure to look a certain way. When these Bollywood celebrities get pregnant, everyone is curious to know about it. It’s not easy for them to handle their fame and pregnancy at the same time.

How does this make them feel about their changing bodies? There are many celebrities who have nailed pregnancy. They have shared their views about pregnancy and childbirth.

Kareena Kapoor Khan Stayed Busy And Fit During Her Pregnancies

Besides being one of the most popular Bollywood stars, Kareena Kapoor Khan is also a mother to two adorable sons, Taimur Ali Khan and Jahangir Ali Khan. She has always been vocal about motherhood and parenting. 

During an interaction with Quint, Kareena opened up about her cesarean delivery and gaining postpartum weight. She shared that she had to have a cesarean delivery because of complications due to which she was getting anxiety. Therefore, they had to perform a C-section.

Yoga has been a savior as it has helped her battle mood swings, strengthen her immunity and stay calm. Kareena also shared that with her first pregnancy, she had gained 25 kilos. So in her second pregnancy, she believed in the fact that she must only eat for herself and not for two people.

Sticking to grains and vegetables for nutrition is what the actress advises to the mums-to-be. From ‘super food’ ghee to having a curd once in a day, she delved into all her cravings. She further spoke about her regular fitness mantra amidst pregnancy. To her, instead of being deprived of the favorite dish, the trick is to strike the right balance and stick to the right proportion.

Kareena had been working throughout both her pregnancies. She shot with Aamir Khan for Laal Singh Chaddha amidst her second pregnancy. She kept her fans updated on her social media where she was equally active.

Admitting the fact that pregnancy and motherhood are one of the most challenging yet fulfilling experiences in a woman’s life, she said that giving birth involves multiple emotions. As women suffer from postpartum depression, the Jab We Met actress suggests to remain calm and experience the bliss of giving birth and motherhood.

Positive attitude is all that is needed to deal with pregnancy and postpartum depression. She does not believe in following any stereotype that can jeopardize the baby’s health. Kareena says seeking the help of a doctor when one is unsure, is always advisable.

No wonder, the 3 Idiots actress has been a constant inspiration for other women as a working wife along with a working mother. Not only this, she has rocked every style and has been the epitome of elegance.

Sameera Reddy Broke Taboos Surrounding Pregnancy

Former model and actress, Sameera Reddy is a proud mother of two kids Hans Varde and Nyra Varde. The defied all the societal notions from flaunting her baby bump to talking about her postpartum depression and weight gain.

She has been a huge inspiration to all expecting moms. Her video about loving yourself and how to deal with body shaming is a true motivation.

She advises all women to be proud of their baby bump. She had touched 102 kilos in May 2015, when she was pregnant with her first child. She admitted that she became under confident as she couldn’t lose the excess weight for almost a year after delivery.

She was scared to even step out as she didn’t have the strength to be judged by people. However, she worked hard on herself. With the dedicated workout, yoga, pilates and strength training, things changed.

During her second pregnancy, Reddy was scared but determined too. She even did an underwater bikini shoot. She has found her own voice to shun the negative voices of the society.

In order to deal with depression, she kept herself busy. She decorated her baby’s nursery and spent quality time with her older son. She has paved a new path of happy, healthy and hopeful life.

Her posts and views empower not only the to-be-moms but all women who are still in a dilemma of getting pregnant. Mood swings, hormonal changes and losing your body shape can be stressful. But Sameera proved that the key is to be fearless and love yourself.

Neha Dhupia Slayed Her Pregnancy Days

Bollywood actress and Roadies judge Neha Dhupia, was very much inspired by Kareena Kapoor Khan. Neha was working even in the ninth month of her pregnancy, as she believed that was the secret to stay active and energised. Besides being busy promoting her TV shows, she also hosted her own radio talk show during her pregnancy.

According to her, pregnancy doesn’t make one weak. She believes in the fact that if one is fit enough to give life to someone, one shall be strong enough to continue with anything and everything.

Deriving happiness from work, the actress lived in a tent in the Northeast and shot for an adventure reality show for the first 45 days of her pregnancy. From climbing high rostrums to roading, she had nailed it. Swimming has been her saviour as the weightlessness in water made her feel that she still had her pre-pregnancy body.

The actress believes that one has to give time to themselves. The nine months are not only 270 days. It takes a huge toll on pregnant women. Taking it easy is what she did.

Being vocal about their views on pregnancy, breastfeeding, C-section delivery and postpartum depression, these Bollywood celebs have been breaking the taboos surrounding pregnancy. They have not only brought a new change in the society but also have been an inspiration for many women.