Nigerian actress Uche Ogbodo has called on mothers to prioritise their personal well-being, warning against losing their identity while caring for their families.
In an Instagram post, Ogbodo highlighted the emotional and physical strains of motherhood, noting that constant self-sacrifice can lead to body shaming, fatigue, and strained relationships.
She emphasised that motherhood should not come at the expense of mental health, self-worth, or one’s sense of identity.
Ogbodo encouraged mothers to invest in themselves, reminding them that they deserve care, healing, and softness.
She wrote: “Sometimes, in the journey of motherhood, we lose ourselves. We give birth. We nurture. We sacrifice. We pour into our children and our husbands until there is nothing left for us. Then slowly… the body shaming begins. The exhaustion deepens. The stress piles up quietly.
“Your body changes. Your confidence fades. Your mind feels heavy, darker than you expected.
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“And before you even understand what’s happening, depression starts to whisper lies that you’re no longer beautiful, no longer enough.
“It begins to affect your relationship. Communication shifts. Intimacy weakens. Distance grows. And sometimes… he, the man you’ve sacrificed everything for, walks away. But hear this clearly:
“Motherhood should not cost you your identity. It should not cost you your mental health. And it should not cost you your worth. You are still a woman. You are still beautiful. You are still deserving of care, healing, and softness.
“Take care of yourself too. Pour into yourself too. Because when a woman is whole, she shines, not just for others, but for herself.”
Ogbodo’s message resonates as a reminder that mothers can nurture their families while also nurturing themselves — striking a balance that protects their health, confidence, and overall well-being.
Esther Ososanya is an investigative journalist with Pinnacle Daily, reporting across health, business, environment, metro, Fct and crime. Known for her bold, empathetic storytelling, she uncovers hidden truths, challenges broken systems, and gives voice to overlooked Nigerians. Her work drives national conversations and demands accountability one powerful story at a time.
