Natasha Joubert Opens Up About Mental Health Struggles As New Mom: “I Cried for Two Days”
- On Wednesday, 1 April 2026, Natasha Joubert revealed her postpartum struggles shortly after giving birth to her first child
- The former Miss South Africa emphasised why she was sharing her journey following the birth of her daughter
- Social media users, including Rachel Kolisi, flooded her comments with love, advice, and shared experiences
Source: Instagram
Former Miss South Africa Natasha Joubert left Mzansi teary-eyed after she candidly opened up about her battle with hormone drop post-partum health struggles. This comes days after the social media influencer confirmed the birth of her first child with her husband, Enrico Vermaak.
The former beauty queen has been keeping South Africans updated on her pregnancy journey through her Instagram posts. The 28-year-old opened up about her struggles with mental health as a new mother.
Natasha Joubert reveals mental health struggle after welcoming baby
On Wednesday, 1 April 2026, Natasha Joubert opened up about her struggle with hormone drop post-partum, which she said completely caught her off guard. She shared an Instagram post consisting of photos of her with her daughter and wrote a lengthy caption.
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She said her first four days at home after being discharged from the hospital were a breeze because of the adrenaline.
“The first four days at home, my adrenaline was at an all-time high. Healing didn’t feel difficult at all. I was excited, motivated, ready to do anything,” part of the post read.
Natasha Joubert shared that her husband was concerned after she cried straight for two days.
“I cried for two days NON-STOP. (never knew so many tears could be cried😂 I could do my salt-sits in them, hahahaha) Enrico was so concerned. And then you get a few good days… even great days… and then the days where you sit there wondering, how did we ever think we were ready to be parents? 😂” part of the post read.
Read the full post below:
In the comments, Natasha Joubert clarified that her post was not a cry for help. She emphasised that she was sharing the post for awareness and gave an update on her mental health.
“This post isn't for pity! Promise, I'm feeling great now! But wanted to share for any other momma going to experience this or are going through it!❤️” Natasha Joubert’s comment read.
SA reacts after Natasha Joubert opens up about postpartum struggles
Social media users like Rachel Kolisi flooded the comments with words of comfort. Some shared advice, while others shared their similar experiences and how Natasha’s updates had helped them.
Here are some of the comments:
zizotshwete advised:
“Holding you up in Love @natasha_joubert 🩷 One step in front of the other and lean in on your support system.”
rachelkolisi commented:
“❤️❤️❤️❤️”
ofentses shared:
“I can tell you this, Tash, I only feel like myself now. This year, two kids later. Also, I’m not 100 there yet. I am probably 70% there. The spark is only returning now, two years later, after giving birth to my son.”
chel.naude applauded:
“I am currently 13 days post-partum, and your posts have helped me a lot ✨️ keep going mama and thanks for normalising this difficult but amazing season 💛”
Source: Instagram
Natasha Joubert celebrates marriage milestone
Meanwhile, Briefly News previously reported that former Miss South Africa 2023 Natasha Joubert celebrated a milestone with her husband, Enrico Vermaak.
The couple tied the knot in a luxurious wedding, hosted at a picturesque wine farm in Cape Town.
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