While many mothers will be receiving breakfast in bed or handmade cards this Mother’s Day, Rupinder Kaur Rekhi will be spending her Mother’s Day cradling the newest addition to her family– a two-day-old baby boy, born at Northern Hospital in Epping.
For Ms Rehki and her husband Gagandeep Singh Rekhi, the arrival of their son has been a heartwarming and emotional experience, bringing a mix of emotions and deep reflection.
“It’s mixed feelings when you go into labour of course,” Ms Rekhi said.
“But after that it’s all well– when we see the baby, it makes it all worth it.”
The moment has also sparked memories of her own mother, who is overseas.
“Definitely, because we are in Australia and my family is overseas. I already have two other children at home, and this baby is another gift for me.”
While Mother’s Day might be a little more low-key this year, there will still be room for celebration.
“Grandmother is here so maybe we will go out and have dinner to celebrate,” Ms Rekhi said.
“But I think every day should be a mother’s day really. You realise when you become a mother, it’s such a long journey and you learn so much.”
Ms Rekhi also spoke with deep gratitude for her husband’s support.
“I feel truly blessed to have my husband, he’s such a great support for me.”
For Mr Rehki, witnessing his wife’s labour gave him renewed appreciation for the strength of mothers everywhere.
“It was a mixed feeling as well for me, seeing my wife in labour–it can be quite distressing,” Mr Rehki said.
“But right now, we are so happy. When I see my wife giving birth, I get even more respect for motherhood. I always have more respect for my mother and for my wife, for every mother in this world.”
Tom Ingleton
