Bharti Singh on Her Pregnancy Journey: ‘I Thought My Baby Would Come Out With a Degree

Bharti Singh, one of India’s most beloved comedians and television personalities, is known for her wit, charm, and unabashed honesty. But it was her journey into motherhood that showcased a different side of her—equal parts vulnerable and humorous, real and relatable.

During a candid conversation, Bharti opened up about the emotional roller coaster she went through during her pregnancy, recalling how she was once told she might deliver prematurely at just 7 months. But as it turned out, her baby took his own sweet time, arriving in the 10th month. And in true Bharti fashion, she made even this nerve-wracking experience into a punchline, quipping, "Mujhe lagta tha baccha degree lekar hi niklega!" (I thought the baby would come out holding a degree!).

Her story resonates with many mothers—full of hope, anxiety, waiting, and unexpected joy, all wrapped in Bharti’s signature humor.

An Unexpected Start: ‘You Might Deliver Early’

Bharti revealed that during her pregnancy, one of her early scans gave doctors cause for concern. “We were told that there might be some complications and that the baby could come early, maybe in the seventh month,” she said. The idea of a premature delivery understandably filled her with fear. As a first-time mother, every milestone and medical report came with anxiety.

“I started panicking,” she recalled. “Main har waqt check karti thi—kya baby theek hai, kya movements ho rahe hain. I stopped sleeping peacefully.” Bharti even mentioned that she became obsessed with staying informed and keeping her health perfectly in check. “Google was my best friend and my biggest enemy,” she laughed.

She leaned on her husband, writer and comedian Haarsh Limbachiyaa, for support. Together, they kept their spirits high, reminding themselves that every pregnancy is different. “We started living day by day,” she said, “just waiting for the baby to be safe.”

The Long Wait: 9 Months, Then 10

As the pregnancy progressed beyond the seventh month without any issue, the couple started relaxing. But soon, a new challenge arose—the baby wasn’t coming at all. Bharti recalled how she crossed nine months and then entered the tenth. Friends and family began checking in constantly. “Sab poochhte the—‘Abhi tak nahi hua?’” she said.

In classic Bharti style, she turned the awkwardness into comedy. “I joked that my son is preparing for something inside. Lagta hai MBA karke niklega.” Her punchline—“Mujhe lagta tha baccha degree lekar hi niklega”—became an instant favorite among fans when she first shared it in an interview.

This humorous outlook helped her cope with the waiting period. “Yes, I was anxious, but I also realized that stressing would not help. So I tried to laugh my way through it.”

The Big Day: Meeting Her Son Laksh

Finally, after weeks of waiting and endless jokes, Bharti gave birth to a healthy baby boy in April 2022. They named him Laksh, lovingly nicknamed Golla. “The moment I heard his cry, I forgot everything,” she said. “The tension, the sleepless nights, the waiting—it all vanished.”

She describes becoming a mother as the most magical moment of her life. “Us waqt mujhe laga, main duniya ki sabse strong aur lucky maa hoon.” Despite being a working woman who shot episodes of her comedy and hosting shows well into her pregnancy, Bharti never let motherhood take a backseat. “I was scared, but I was also determined. I wanted to show women that you don’t have to disappear after getting pregnant. You can keep working, smiling, and living fully.”

Breaking the Stigma Around Pregnancy in the Spotlight

Bharti's open conversations around pregnancy and postpartum life struck a chord with millions of women. In an industry that often hides the more raw and real aspects of motherhood, Bharti brought it to the forefront—stretch marks, mood swings, nausea, hospital visits, and all.

“I wasn’t afraid of sharing my pictures during pregnancy. Why should I hide my baby bump?” she questioned. On social media, she posted joyful, hilarious, and emotional updates that created a connection with expecting mothers across the country.

“Log kehte the kaam mat karo, rest lo. But I loved being on stage. My pregnancy didn’t stop me from laughing—or making others laugh.” Her work during pregnancy set an example, challenging the traditional notions that mothers-to-be must stay away from work or stay behind closed doors.

Motherhood: A New Chapter, New Challenges

Post-delivery, Bharti has often shared that motherhood brought along new challenges—sleepless nights, baby feeding schedules, and trying to balance her career. “The first few months were chaos,” she said. “Kab sona hai, kab uthna hai—sab bhool jao. Golla was the boss of the house.”

But even in those moments, she found humor. “I once wore two different slippers while going to the grocery store. That’s what two hours of sleep a night does to you!” she laughed.

She credits Haarsh for being a hands-on father and says their bond has only grown stronger after having a child. “We now share sleepless nights, diaper duties, and laughter at 3 a.m.”

Empowering Other Women With Her Story

More than just a celebrity tale, Bharti’s journey stands as a source of inspiration for working women and expecting mothers. She has been vocal about how no woman should feel less capable during pregnancy. “Women are warriors,” she said. “We carry life inside us. Why should anyone question our strength?”

Her decision to return to work soon after childbirth was also met with applause and a fair share of criticism. But she stood by her choice. “My baby is my priority, but so is my identity. I want Laksh to grow up seeing his mother doing what she loves.”

 Humor in Pain, Strength in Struggle

Bharti Singh’s story is not just about a delayed delivery. It’s about finding humor in anxiety, courage in chaos, and joy in the unpredictable journey of motherhood. Her quip about her baby emerging “with a degree” is more than a joke—it’s symbolic of the long, emotional, and transformative path she took to become a mother.

In a world where celebrity motherhood often comes with filters and perfection, Bharti gave us something more precious: truth, laughter, and heart. Whether it’s a premature scare or a long wait, Bharti’s tale reminds us that every pregnancy is unique, and every mother, in her own way, is a hero.