Actress Richa Chadha recently marked her daughter Zuneyra Ida Fazal’s first birthday, sharing heartfelt reflections on motherhood, which also sparked a debate online over her choice of words.
Celebrating a Milestone
Richa Chadha, alongside her husband Ali Fazal, joyfully celebrated their daughter Zuneyra’s first birthday on July 16, 2024. The proud mom took to Instagram to share a reel filled with cherished family moments, expressing her profound feelings about the past year.
In her post, Richa shared, “A year ago I gave birth to a healthy baby girl at Breach Candy Hospital. Labour lasted a few hours, delivery only about 20 minutes, natural birth!” She added that life hasn’t been the same since, feeling “rearranged from the insides out.”
She emphasized the transformative journey of motherhood, stating, “Zuneyra was born a year ago and so was I. Reborn as a mom. An entirely new being, than what existed before.” Richa concluded by calling her life with her child and the man of her dreams “a blessing.”
The “Natural Birth” Discussion
While many fans and fellow celebrities, including Kriti Kharbanda and Divya Dutta, poured in good wishes for Zuneyra, Richa’s use of the term “natural birth” drew some criticism.
One user commented that “Every birth is natural, thanks to Science nowadays they’re being assisted to help the Mom and the kid.” Richa responded by saying, “If I said normal delivery, you’d have said the same thing.”
Another user suggested using “vaginal delivery” instead. Richa firmly replied, “but what if I don’t wanna say vaginally delivery, it is my page and also my vagina and my baby. And feminism taught me to use words of my choosing. So.”
The conversation highlighted differing perspectives on terminology related to childbirth, with some users feeling that the phrase “normal delivery” could be insensitive to those who undergo C-sections or other assisted births.
Richa’s Perspective on Motherhood
This isn’t the first time Richa has openly discussed her journey as a new mother. In a previous post, she touched upon battling anxiety after childbirth.
She believes that for a woman to be a happy mother, she must first be a complete woman herself, with a sense of purpose and accomplishment. Richa shared, “I don’t think that I’ve changed much because I’m a mom, and even if I have, it has been for the better.”
A Look Back at Their Love Story
Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal’s love story began on the sets of their film ‘Fukrey’ in 2013. They started dating in 2016 and publicly confirmed their relationship a year later.
The couple tied the knot in an interfaith ceremony in October 2020. They welcomed their daughter Zuneyra Ida Fazal, the joy of their lives, in 2023, celebrating her first birthday on July 16, 2024.
- Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal celebrated their daughter Zuneyra Ida Fazal’s first birthday on July 16, 2024.
- Richa’s reflection on motherhood sparked debate over her use of the term “natural birth.”
- She defended her word choice, emphasizing personal autonomy and feminist principles.
- Richa has previously spoken about the importance of a mother’s well-being for her happiness.
Their journey as parents continues, filled with personal growth and public conversations.
