Joy-Anna Duggar Discusses Postpartum Struggles

Joy-Anna Duggar Forsyth has candidly discussed her struggles with postpartum depression and her family's tumultuous period following the publication of her sisters' books in a recent podcast appearance. She revealed that after the birth of her son Gunner in May 2023, she felt overwhelmed and questioned her beliefs, stating, 'What do I believe? What is even real?' Joy-Anna's emotional turmoil was compounded by her family's public controversies and the release of Jill and Jinger's memoirs, which challenged their upbringing and faith. She described her postpartum experience as the 'darkest time' of her life, feeling like her family was 'falling apart.' Joy-Anna attributed much of her struggle to inadequate self-care during pregnancy, which left her physically and emotionally depleted. Despite these challenges, she expressed hope for growth and healing, supported by her husband Austin and her sisters' shared experiences.