Amy Schumer has opened up about returning to work after having baby Gene. The comedian used Instagram to share what fans are calling one of the most relatable posts ever.
It has been five months since the first-time mom gave birth to her son. Schumer is keeping it real about motherhood, just like she did throughout her entire challenging pregnancy. On Saturday, she chose to give a shout out to working moms, as well as share her fears about being one herself.
“Five months today and like all moms I love him so much it hurts. I’m feeling strong and good, and like I’m still a human being with interests and ambitions and goals, I’m excited to reach. It’s felt good to be back at work,” the 38-year-old began her message, which included a candid photo of her with Gene.
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She went on to let her fans know how she genuinely felt when it was time to go back to work. Schumer is an in-demand comedian and actress who is still trying to figure out how to glance it all.
“I was so worried about it and was afraid to go back after he was 3 months old. A couple days, I’ve cried from missing him. But it’s mostly good to be back, and the breaks energize me to be a better mom and appreciate our time even more. I have it a lot easier than many people, but I wanted to share my experience,” she expressed.
The Trainwreck star’s words resonated with several women. Many famous and non-famous moms who also chose to share their story on the post.
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“I didn’t care about anything. Everything seemed trivial if it wasn’t about my kids. But after time, things fall into the new place. Not the old. Old is gone. Forever changed by a love that is indescribable! And it just seems to get better and better every day! I am no longer interested in myself as me. It’s their mom. That’s who I am now. Your [sic] are such a cool person Amy! Your kid is gonna be so proud of you!” wrote Drew Barrymore,
Debra Messing, Ramona Singer, and Ali Fedotowsky also commented on the post.
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Amy Schumer is doing motherhood like everything else in her life, honest, real, candid, and one day at a time. The actress has long been praised for creating her own persona outside the Hollywood norm, and motherhood is no exception.
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