Naomi Osaka comments on how her relationship with Cordae has been affected by the birth of their daughter Shai
Naomi Osaka gave birth to her daughter in July.
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Naomi Osaka reveals how the birth of hee daughter Shai has changed her relationship with Cordae (Images via People, Instagram)
Naomi Osaka, mother to a five-month-old daughter Shai is preparing to make a comeback on the tour after a long break, the longest she has taken so far in her career. Osaka will be returning to action after almost fifteen months. She was out due to the birth of her first child with Cordae. While both individuals cherish this new phase of life, Osaka also spoke about the other aspect that sees her relationship with Cordae getting affected.
The four-time Grand Slam winner has talked about the not-so-happy aspects of pregnancy. She revealed how giving birth was the ‘worst pain of her life‘ and then went on to talk about the difficulties of being a mother at 25. Osaka revealed that it required her to make a lot of adjustments right from the moment she found that she was going to be a mother.
The Japanese ace then talked about building a foundation with Cordae for their daughter Shai. Osaka said that things have been smooth due to Cordae’s easygoing nature but that does not mean there are no differences. Osaka then said that they talk the differences out and decide on what is eventually good for their daughter.
I don't know if it's because he's just an easygoing guy, but I think we just respect each other's opinions. And if we disagree on something, we talk it out. At the end of the day, we both want what's best for Shai.Naomi Osaka said to Instyle Magazine.
Naomi Osaka wants to be a role model for her daughter Shai
Naomi Osaka did not only talk about the downsides of pregnancy. She also talked about the good things like seeing purity in her daughter’s eyes. The Japanese ace also talked about getting a sense of responsibility and wanting to become a role model for her daughter.
She is so pure. Like every time she sees me, no matter what, she'll smile. And she's going in the phase now that she'll kind of reach out her arms a little bit.Naomi Osaka said about her daughter Shai.
While talking about the elongated break from tennis, Osaka said that she got to develop a perspective of life without tennis. The two-time US Open champion said that she realized the importance of cherishing the part of her life without tennis. Osaka then said that she wants to be a role model for her daughter and wants her to look back at this period as an important chapter of Osaka’s life.
I've stepped away from tennis before but this time, it was the longest duration of my life. And I think it kind of gave me a perspective like, 'Hey, you're not going to play tennis forever. And you kind of have to cherish the years that you can play'. I do want to be a good role model for Shai, and I want her to see that this was an important chapter in my life.Naomi Osaka said.
Notably, Naomi Osaka is all set to stage her comeback to tennis with the Brisbane International. Osaka’s preparations are in full swing as she was seen working on her serve with Nick Kyrgios. She is also spending a lot of time on the court now. The former World No.1 would hope to start the year with a bang and then make her comeback a memorable one.
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