Sylvia Jeffreys offers support to ‘isolated and anxious’ new mothers amid the coronavirus pandemic… after welcoming son Oscar five weeks ago
She welcomed her first child, son Oscar Hamilton, just five weeks ago.
And on Tuesday, Sylvia Jeffreys offered support to other young mums feeling ‘isolated’ at home amid the coronavirus pandemic.
The journalist, 33, shared a photo to Instagram of herself cuddling her newborn as she reassured fans it’s normal to feel anxious and confused in these troubled times.
‘I just wanted to send some love and virtual hugs’: Sylvia Jeffreys has offered support to other young mums feeling ‘isolated’ at home amid the coronavirus pandemic
‘While it’s a good time to be living in a little love bubble with nowhere to go, I’m conscious of the confusion and anxiety that many new mums might be feeling right now,’ Sylvia wrote.
‘Mother’s groups – a social lifeline for many – have been cancelled, libraries closed, cafes are being avoided.
‘So I just wanted to send some love and virtual hugs to other mamas out there who might be feeling extra-isolated.’
Newborn: The journalist, 33, welcomed her first child, son Oscar Hamilton, just five weeks ago
Sylvia encouraged young mums to ‘drop a comment’ below her post to connect with others in a similar situation.
One follower replied: ‘Thank you so much for reaching out. I have a 10-week-old baby boy and staying home is out best option at the moment.
‘We do go for daily walks to get fresh air and mum to get some exercise. Hope you are enjoying motherhood just as much as me!’
Staying connected: Sylvia encouraged young mums to ‘drop a comment’ below her post to connect with others in a similar situation
Sunrise newsreader Edwina Bartholomew, who welcomed her first child just before Christmas, commented: ‘Just lovely. I feel like I’ve already told you my stories.’
As of Wednesday afternoon, there were 556 confirmed cases of coronavirus in Australia and six deaths.
Sylvia and her husband, Peter Stefanovic, welcomed baby Oscar on February 5.
In it together: Sunrise newsreader Edwina Bartholomew, who welcomed her first child just before Christmas, commented: ‘Just lovely. I feel like I’ve already told you my stories’