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Milly wa Jesus reveals she quietly battled postpartum depression after giving birth
26th June, 2026 03:01 PM
Milly wa Jesus has revealed that she quietly battled postpartum depression after giving birth.
In a heartfelt message on Friday, June 26, 2026, she reflected on the difficult season she went through last year and said she is now grateful she kept going, as she eventually found healing.
“Last year, I was quietly battling postpartum depression,” Milly wa Jesus said.
She explained that looking back, she now understands what she was going through. She said she initially thought she was simply exhausted, but later realised there was more happening. Her reflection came as she encouraged other mothers facing a similar experience.
“As I reflect on last year, I realise I wasn’t just tired; I was dealing with postpartum depression,” she explained.
Milly also shared that recovery gave her hope. She said she is thankful she did not give up during that difficult period because things eventually became better for her.
“Looking back, I’m so grateful I kept going because healing came,” Milly wa Jesus said.
Message to struggling mums
Milly went on to explain that many people do not fully understand what happens to a woman’s body after childbirth. She said the changes are not something that can simply be overcome by thinking positively or forcing gratitude.
“One thing many people don’t understand is that after giving birth, your hormones change dramatically. It’s not simply about ‘thinking positively’ or ‘being grateful.’ Your body is going through a major hormonal shift,” she explained.
She added that those hormonal changes can affect different parts of a mother’s life. According to Milly, they can influence emotions, energy levels, sleep, anxiety and even how a mother connects with herself and her baby.
“Those hormonal changes can affect your emotions, energy, sleep, anxiety levels, and even how you connect with yourself and your baby,” Milly wa Jesus said.
She also had words of encouragement for mothers who may be feeling overwhelmed. Milly reminded them that asking for help is not a sign of failure and that they should not lose hope during difficult moments.
“To the mum who feels overwhelmed, exhausted, or like she’s losing herself: you are not failing. You are loved, you are enough, and it’s okay to ask for help,” she said.
“This season won’t last forever. Hold on. Better days are coming,” Milly wa Jesus said.
