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The 36-year-old American pulled out of the
Rogers Cup in Montreal on Saturday citing "personal issues",
days after she was beaten 6-1 6-0 by Johanna Konta in the first
round of the Silicon Valley Classic, the most lopsided defeat of
her career.
"Last week was not easy for me. Not only was I accepting some
tough personal stuff, but I just was in a funk," Williams said
in an Instagram post. "Mostly, I felt like I was not a good
mom,"
"I read several articles that said postpartum emotions can last
up to 3 years if not dealt with. I like communication best.
Talking things through with my mom, my sisters, my friends let
me know that my feelings are totally normal.
"It's totally normal to feel like I'm not doing enough for my
baby."
Williams said feeling overwhelmed was a normal part of being a
new mother and encouraged anyone struggling through a rough
patch to stay positive.
"We have all been there. I work a lot, I train, and I'm trying
to be the best athlete I can be," she said.
"However, that means although I have been with her every day of
her life, I'm not around as much as I would like to be.
"Most of you moms deal with the same thing. Whether stay-at-home
or working, finding that balance with kids is a true art. You
are the true heroes.
"I'm here to say: if you are having a rough day or week --it's
ok -- I am, too!!! There's always tomm!"
(Reporting by Rory Carroll; Editing by Greg Stutchbury)
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