5 Questions You Should Never Ask A New Mom

Your life takes a whole new turn when you enter motherhood. The new phase brings along a flurry of emotions. You feel on the top of the world one day and unhinged the other. Being a mother is one of the most challenging roles a woman plays in her life.

All a new mother wants is some backing from people around them. However, most of the time, she is only subjected to a barrage of questions which are primarily rude, irrelevant, and send the new moms on a guilt trip. So here are the five questions you should refrain from asking a new mother.

1. Does your baby feed well?

Breastfeeding isn't the best experience. Initially it is exhausting and painful for most mothers. A lot of mothers face issues with latching, others may not have enough supply for their baby. Overall, it is a challenging experience for new moms. Instead of asking them about their baby's feed, offer them some food. There is nothing better than bringing them fresh, homemade food and it will nourish them too. However, do ask them if they are on any dietary restrictions.

2. When will you go back to your job?

A lot of women quit their jobs after having a baby majorly because of caregiving responsibilities. However, many others have a support system that helps them resume their work post delivering the baby. While some who wish to return to work are shamed, others are called lucky if they decide to stay at home with their newborn. Be it a stay at home mom or a working mom, no route is easier than the other. Both come with their own challenges, but at the end of the day it is her decision.

3. Do you plan to have more kids?

Childbirth isn't easy. It is a life-altering experience. Be it a C-section or normal delivery, both the methods bring along a lot of mental and physical challenges for the mother. New moms are expected to stand on their feet six hours post the delivery to fulfill their baby's needs. You never know what the mother went through to bring their munchkin into this world. Instead, ask them if they have been able to give themself some time amid taking care of their baby.

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4. Do you sleep when the baby sleeps?

I heard this way too many times during the initial days after birth. I was told that this was the best thing to do if I wanted to master the art of balancing life as a new mother. It is hysterical. No mom can do that. The only time the mother gets to complete all her personal tasks and, house chores is when the baby hits the sack. Ask them if they need anything from the grocery store rather than asking them about things that are unrealistic. (signs of postpartum depression)

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