Maria Chike Benjamin, a Big Brother Naija Shine Ya Eyes housemate, has opened up about her postpartum struggles.
In a recent episode of her Mums Next Door podcast, the reality star stated that her family suspected she was suffering from mental illness. According to her, she refused to let anyone carry her kid and eventually irritated everyone.
“I refused to let anyone carry my baby, and I eventually irritated everyone. My family thought I was psychologically unfit.
I Didn’t Let Anyone Carry My Baby. My Family Thought I Was Mentally Not Okay – BBNaija Graduate Maria Chike.
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In October, Maria Chike welcomed her first child, a baby boy. The reality star made this known with a heartwarming photo of her, her boyfriend, and their son, as she spoke of how her precious baby boy had already begun to change her life in profound ways.
Sharing her experience as a first-time mum, the reality star lamented over breastfeeding. She advised her fans to fear Igbo boys as they can eat for Africa.
The reality star also detailed her pregnancy struggles, revealing that she dealt with Mummy’s brain.
In February 2024, it was alleged that Maria and her baby daddy had tied the knot. She fueled the rumors by showing off a ring on her wedding finger in a picture she shared on social media.
