Like we said, Jessica Tarlov has been open about struggling with the challenges she faced as a result of both her dad’s passing and her postpartum experience. However, she’s also shared that mom guilt has gotten to her from time to time. “I felt guilty that breastfeeding wasn’t for me — I lasted six weeks and could maybe pump one bottle per day at best — and I went on a business trip for a week to South Korea when my daughter was just four months old,” she told Carry. She added that both of those things led to some not-so-subtle judgment from others and said that being a public figure likely meant she got even more criticism than some others would get. “It feels like everyone has an opinion — and a criticism for how you’ve decided to raise your baby and manage your life,” she said.
Luckily, Tarlov also told Carry that she didn’t let any of the critics stop her from doing what she wanted to do. For starters, she came to accept that by filling her own cup, she was doing more good than harm. The Fox News anchor also credited her relationship for helping her overcome at least some of the guilt. “It helps to have a supportive husband who never questioned my decisions and continues to encourage me to do what I need to do in order to stay healthy physically and mentally,” she said. As for Fox News, she gave major props to their family-friendly policies.
Even with all the tough things Tarlov has endured, it’s pretty clear she always manages to come out smiling on the other side. Even so, here’s hoping she doesn’t have too many more sad moments to contend with. President Trump, we’re talking to you.
