Sylvia Jeffreys reaches out to ‘extra-isolated and anxious’ new mothers amid the coronavirus pandemic… after welcoming son Oscar five weeks ago
She welcomed her son Oscar Hamilton with husband Peter Stefanovic just five weeks ago.
And on Tuesday, Sylvia Jeffreys reached out to other ‘anxious’ new mothers on social media, encouraging conversation and online interaction amid coronavirus-related social distancing.
The 33-year-old TV star posted an adorable picture of herself on Instagram cuddled up with her newborn, while sharing an inspiring message to those feeling ‘extra-isolated.’
‘I just wanted to send some love and virtual hugs’: Sylvia Jeffreys reached out to ‘extra-isolated’ new mothers amid coronavirus pandemic on Tuesday… after welcoming son Oscar five weeks ago
‘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.
The journalist added: ‘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.’
‘Let’s chat and be kind and stay connected’: Sylvia Jeffreys has reached out to other new mothers on social media, encouraging conversation and online interaction amid coronavirus-related social distancing
Sylvia encouraged mothers to ‘drop a comment’ if they needed to connect with others in a similar situation.
‘Chat about reflux, laugh out loud about [poo emoji] namis, recommend some bingeworthy series, or share your sleep secrets. Let’s chat and be kind and stay connected. Big love, from us,’ she said, adding the hashtag ‘together at home.’
Understandably, the comment second was immediately filled with other parents reaching out, offering support, asking advice or just thanking Sylvia for creating a space to chat.
‘Mother’s groups have been cancelled, libraries closed, cafes are being avoided’: The 33-year-old posted an adorable picture of her cuddled up with her newborn, while sharing an inspiring message to those feeling ‘extra-isolated’
One fan replied, saying: ‘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!’
Other celebrity mothers also complimented Sylvia on the sweet picture and post.
‘Heaven!’ Sarah Harris wrote.
Edwina Bartholomew commented: ‘Just lovely. I feel like I’ve already told you my [poo emoji] nami stories.’
‘Perhaps I’ll advance to sharing photos,’ she joked, adding the hashtag, ‘too much together at home.’
As of Wednesday, there are 531 confirmed cases of coronavirus in Australia and five deaths.
In it together: Other celebrity mothers also complimented Sylvia on the sweet picture, including Edwina Bartholomew. She is pictured with daughter Molly