Naomi Osaka Faces Self-Doubt as New Mom, Receives Support From Fans

Tennis Star Opens Up About Struggles in First-time Motherhood, Delivers Message of Gratitude in Candid Social Media Post

Naomi Osaka, the four-time Grand Slam singles champion, opened up about her struggles with self-doubt as a new mother on social media, admitting she constantly questions whether she will be a good mom to her daughter, Shai, whom she welcomed in July with rapper Cordae.
In the candid post, Osaka expressed how quickly her daughter is growing and the immense sense of responsibility she feels, aiming to better herself because her daughter relies on her so much.
Osaka shared her sentiments on the occasion of her 26th birthday, reflecting on her new role as a mother and expressing her gratitude for another year of life, stating that 'gratefulness reminds me to breathe and take in the little things (and the big ones)'.
Her post triggered a wave of support from fans who assured her that her feelings of doubt are common among parents and that being concerned about being a good parent is a sign of being a good parent.
Despite the challenges of new motherhood, Osaka is eager to return to the tennis court, having admitted to feeling the 'itch' to play again while visiting Arthur Ashe Stadium in New York City during the U.S. Open, only two months after giving birth.