New Mom's Viral Confession: "Newborn Stage Almost Killed Me!" Reveals Raw Truths of Parenthood

SYDNEY, Australia – A recent viral video by content creator Wariara♥️, known as wariara38, has shed light on the intense realities of the newborn stage, resonating with thousands of new parents. In her candid vlog, uploaded on June 22, 2025, the mother describes the initial weeks with a newborn as a period that "almost killed" her due to extreme sleep deprivation, surviving on as little as one to two hours of sleep per week. Speaking from her couch, wearing a white beanie and a leopard print jacket, Wariara♥️ shared her frustration with societal expectations and unsolicited advice, particularly from individuals who have not experienced parenthood. "It is normal," she asserted, addressing the pressure on new mothers to maintain appearances despite overwhelming exhaustion. She advised new parents to prioritize their and their baby's survival, emphasizing that personal beauty can wait. The video, which has garnered over 42,800 views and 1,638 likes, highlights a critical, yet often unaddressed, aspect of early motherhood.