New Delhi, May 10 -- The moment a baby is born, the spotlight shifts almost entirely to the newborn. The mother, who has just completed one of the most physically and emotionally demanding experiences of her life, quietly moves to the background. This is the fourth trimester, the 12 weeks after childbirth, and for millions of women, it remains the most underserved chapter of maternal healthcare. The physical recovery is visible, but the emotional weight a new mother carries is rarely spoken about, let alone addressed.

The invisible toll of new motherhood

Managing a newborn's constant needs, recovering physically, navigating a new identity, and often returning to household responsibilities creates a compounding emotional load that builds...