Rubina Dilaik’s Revelation Shows Postpartum Exhaustion Is Real & Concerning

Renowned actress Rubina Dilaik, now a mother to twin baby girls, Edhaa and Jeeva, has been transparently talking about her journey through motherhood, and highlighting the challenges that come along the way. In her YouTube podcast series 'Kisi Ne Bataya Nahi', Dilaik opened up about her struggles with insomnia and the emotional toll of caring for her infants. "There was a time when I reached a breaking point. I would wake up at odd hours, feeling overwhelmed and in tears," she revealed, describing how her constant worry for her daughters' well-being disrupted her sleep patterns, ultimately leading to a mental breakdown.

The Sleep Deprivation Dilemma

Rubina, like many new parents, found herself grappling with the profound exhaustion brought on by sleepless nights. She recounted moments of sheer desperation, where sleep seemed elusive, and tears were a constant companion. "I can't sleep at night," she confessed, highligting the intensity of her struggle. The toll it took on her mental health was palpable, with Rubina admitting to experiencing a complete breakdown.

Rubina welcomed her twin daughters, Edhaa and Jeeva, along with her husband, Abhinav Shukla, last November. The pair have been consistent in posting about their newborn since then. But the journey to motherhood hasn't been all smooth for Rubina. While conversing with fellow new mother and television actor Debina Bonnerjee, Rubina admitted that her insomnia got bad to the point where her husband had to force her to sleep in another room so that she could rest. Let's do this," he suggested. "I sleep with one daughter. Mom will take another daughter to another room. You sleep in a separate room." She also mentioned how he would ask her to let their family help them care for the children. 

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Beyond the issue of sleep deprivation, Rubina highlighted the challenges of establishing a routine for her twin daughters. From sleep schedules to feeding times, navigating the individual needs of two babies proved to be a daunting task

A Glimpse into Rubina Dilaik's career

Rubina Dilaik's career trajectory saw her make waves in television with notable roles in shows like 'Chotti Bahu' and 'Saas Bina Sasural' before catapulting to stardom with her victory in season 14 of Big Boss. Her portrayal of the transgender character Soumya Singh in 'Shakti: Astitva Ke Ehsaas Ki' garnered critical acclaim, earning her the ITA Award for Best Actress in a Drama. Making her Punjabi film debut earlier this year with 'Chal Bhajj Chaliye', she continues to showcase her versatility, starring alongside Inder Chahal. She had also shined as a contestant in beauty pageants and had won the title of 'Miss Shimla' in 2009. 

Navigating Parenthood Together

During her podcast episode, Rubina also emphasized the balancing act faced by working women, asserting, '"Children are our extension, but our jobs are our base," making a powerful statement for working women everywhere. Adding to this, Bonnerjee talked about how she would like her daughters to have a career of their own and how her being a working woman would inspire them to do that. 

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Rubina also shared how the whole ordeal made her respect her own mother, Shakuntala, a lot more. While she was struggling with her sleep patterns and with motherhood guilt, it was her mother who stood by her side. She also credits her husband for being her rock this entire time and encouraging her not to give up on her dreams.