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Anushka Sharma has often been candid about her experiences as a working parent along with her husband Virat Kohli, offering insights into the evolving dynamics of modern parenting.
In a throwback interview with Vogue, Anushka reflected on her thoughts about parenthood, emphasising the need for a strong support system and a societal shift in appreciating the many roles women play. She pointed out that balancing work and home can only be accomplished when partners share the workload equally. “Both mother and father should share equal responsibilities,” she said, underscoring the importance of moving away from traditional gender roles.
Speaking about how she and her cricketer husband approach parenting, Anushka mentioned that they don’t see raising their children as separate “mum and dad” duties but rather as a family activity. “For us, it’s important that our child be raised with a very balanced outlook,” she said. With Virat’s busy cricket schedule, they prioritise quality family time, ensuring that both parents play active roles in their children’s upbringing. This balanced approach helps create a sense of normalcy for their children, Vamika and Akaay, as they see both parents managing work and family life harmoniously.
Anushka’s perspective on equality in parenting is very much in line with contemporary approaches. As Arouba Kabir, emotional and mental health professional, and founder of Enso Wellness explains, “Children are like cameras, absorbing everything that happens around them.” In households where partnership and teamwork are the norm, children are likely to adopt those values, becoming more empathetic, responsible, and kind. Kabir highlights that children learn not just from what parents say but from how they act within the family dynamic. When parents model equality and shared responsibility, children are more likely to grow up with a balanced and healthy understanding of gender roles.
In another press conference recently, Anushka touched on the idea of “perfect parenting.” She and Virat consciously avoid trying to be flawless in front of their children. “We complain about things in front of them to show that we are flawed and that it’s okay to have flaws,” Anushka shared. This transparency helps ease the pressure on their children to be perfect, teaching them that it’s normal to face challenges and imperfections.
Kabir adds that when children see their parents’ vulnerabilities and resilience, it helps them develop a realistic and compassionate understanding of life. “Parents aren’t gods, and showing kids that it’s okay to be helpless at times – but then stand back up – builds their emotional strength,” Kabir explains.
