Kylie Jenner recently revealed that she took a year to decide on her son's name due to struggling with prolonged postpartum depression. In an interview with British Vogue, the Kylie Cosmetics founder shared her experience as a young mother, expressing her battle with postpartum depression for about a year after the birth of each of her children. Jenner, who has a daughter named Stormi, 6, and a son named Aire, 2, with her ex, Travis Scott, mentioned that the postpartum depression affected her differently with each child, leading to what she described as 'major baby blues' after her son's birth.
She recounted feeling overwhelmed and emotional, unable to decide on a suitable name for her son. Jenner shared her distress, recalling tearful conversations with her mother, feeling like a failure for not being able to name her son promptly. It took a year for her to finally settle on the name Aire, emphasizing the emotional impact of the decision-making process during that time.
Reflecting on her experience, Jenner now advises expecting parents to choose their baby's name in advance, highlighting the challenges that hormonal changes can bring when making decisions post-birth. A survey conducted by BabyCenter, an online pregnancy and parenting platform, revealed that the most popular time for parents to decide on a baby's name is during the second trimester.
While some parents opt to choose a name on the day of their baby's arrival, others may wait until days or even weeks after birth to finalize the decision. The trend of selecting unique names for children has been on the rise, influenced by social media and celebrities. However, certain countries like Germany have strict naming laws prohibiting names related to places, titles, or brands.
For parents who prioritize selecting a special name for their children, some may seek the assistance of baby-naming consultants. These consultants, though costly with fees reaching up to $10,000, offer expertise in choosing meaningful and unique names for newborns. Despite the increasing trend of unique names, some parents still face legal restrictions or seek professional guidance in the naming process.
As of the time of reporting, a representative for Kylie Jenner has not responded to requests for comments outside regular business hours.
