nuSep 18, 2026, 17:32

NOS newsreader Iris de Graaf 'blindsided' by postnatal anxiety

NOS newsreader Iris de Graaf is experiencing severe postnatal anxiety following the birth of her first child in July. She describes her current situation as an overwhelming challenge and has been open about the difficulties of adjusting to life as a new mother.

NOS newsreader Iris de Graaf has opened up about her difficult transition into motherhood following the birth of her first child, daughter Gigi, in July. The 35-year-old, who previously worked as a correspondent in Russia, revealed that she has been struggling with postnatal anxiety since welcoming her daughter with her partner, Tony. She describes her current experience as far from the expected "pink cloud" phase, noting that her nervous system feels like it is on high alert around the clock.

De Graaf has been candid about the challenges she is facing while adjusting to her new life, previously characterizing motherhood as an intense rollercoaster. While she is still navigating this difficult period, her openness highlights the often-hidden struggles that can accompany the postpartum experience. The broadcaster continues to manage these personal hurdles as she balances her professional life with the demands of being a new parent.

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