Breast pumps over Cannes outfit: Influencer Diipa Buller Khosla explains why

Social media influencer Diipa Buller Khosla, who created a buzz at the 74th edition of Cannes Film Festival by wearing an outfit with breast pumps, said the idea behind the costume was to send a powerful message to all mothers out there.

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Khosla, who gave birth to a girl two and a half months ago, is making her third appearance at the Cannes but first after becoming a mother. In a social media post, while flaunting her outfit, Khosla shared what “What does being a ‘mother’ truly mean?

If she breastfeeds her daughter or not should not be anyone else’s concern, she said, adding that to me, being a mother means more than giving birth to a child. Being a mother means loving and knowing a soul before you can even see it. It’s being the dependent to someone you guide through life. Being a mother means taking responsibility for the one you’ve brought into this world, showering them with endless care and love throughout their life.

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Her full post below:

“What does being a ‘mother’ truly NOT mean?

Being a mother does NOT mean that you are now the target to everybody and anybody’s scrutiny. How many times do we as mothers hear “ you’re doing this wrong!” or “how can you do this to your child?!” ? Whether it be opinions shared from family, friends, or strangers; the judgement is still unapologetic and burdensome on new or experienced mothers.

There is no rule book to motherhood, it takes experience and learning to understand the ins and outs of what is appropriate for YOU as a mother and not anybody else. Being a new-mom holds enough self-judgement as there is constant worry if your actions are right.

I chose to shed light on this topic due to the countless messages or comments from people who’ve questioned and judged my decisions as a mother – An issue I’m certain that most women endure on social media.

Whether I choose to breastfeed my daughter or not, should not be the subject of anybody’s conversation. There are countless concerns that go into breastfeeding, it simply doesn’t work for all mothers, something that no mother should be judged for online or off. In response to the frequently asked question, I’ve decided on supplementing at this stage ( a combination of both breastfeeding and using a formula). Moreover, while I’m away for a two-day business trip, I prepared for my absence by breast-pumping multiple times prior to my departure.

This is just a reminder that online personalities are human as well, where life and feelings lay behind a screen. I kindly ask that you withhold judgmental remarks regarding any mother who is on this beautiful journey of motherhood. As much as the concern is appreciated, it is a personal journey between mother and child and should be treated as such.”

The TedX speaker was applauded for the move. The post so far has garnered about 100,000 likes and hundreds of comments from all over the world.