Julia Fox on Reality of Motherhood: ‘It’s Just Such a Reality Check’

Julia Fox has been honest about postpartum depression.

The actress is very active on TikTok and frequently replies to popular posts.

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She captioned the video. Life without children can be just as fulfilling, and women are more than just one of our many biological functions. Others will not. ”

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#stitch with @devotedly.yours For those who hate Yes, I love my son to death, but I think I need to start this dialogue. Life without children can be just as fulfilling, and women are more than just one of our many biological functions. no one else does.

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Fox explained her theory behind why women suffer from mental health issues after childbirth as a way of being socialized in society.

“I’m pretty sure women get postpartum depression,” she said, raising her hand to indicate she’s experienced it. Because I’ve been told that is the end goal, it’s the best thing we’re going to do, without a baby our life is meaningless and all our problems will be solved and we’ll be all right. .”

She added: This is not the fairy tale I promised you. But how do you say it out loud?

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Users agreed with Fox and praised her honesty.

“Thank you!!! Many seniors, including my parents, continue to pressure me to have children, I just don’t understand 😭”

The 32-year-old gave birth to a son in 2021, whom she shares with husband Peter Artemyev.