Serena Williams opens up about postpartum struggles

Andrew Joseph | For The Win

Serena Williams withdrew from the Rogers Cup in Montreal over the weekend due to personal reasons. The tournament followed a historic loss in San Jose.

On Monday, the Tennis superstar opened up about her recent struggles after conversations with friends and family. She took to Instagram to make the powerful statement about what she's been through since giving birth to her daughter, Alexis Olympia.

Williams wrote:

Last week was not easy for me. Not only was I accepting some tough personal stuff, but I just was in a funk. Mostly, I felt like I was not a good mom.

I read several articles that said postpartum emotions can last up to 3 years if not dealt with. I like communication best. Talking things through with my mom, my sisters, my friends let me know that my feelings are totally normal.

It's totally normal to feel like I'm not doing enough for my baby.

We have all been there. I work a lot, I train, and I'm trying to be the best athlete I can be.

However, that means although I have been with her every day of her life, I'm not around as much as I would like to be. Most of you moms deal with the same thing. Whether stay-at-home or working, finding that balance with kids is a true art. You are the true heroes.

I'm here to say: if you are having a rough day or week-it's ok-I am, too!!! There's always tomm!

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