In a raw and emotional revelation, Abbey Clancy has bravely opened up about her harrowing battle with severe postnatal depression that left her contemplating suicide following a brief separation from her husband, former England footballer Peter Crouch.
The model and television presenter, known for her poised public appearance, described hitting "rock bottom" after the birth of her second child, Liberty, now 8. The condition was brutally exacerbated by a temporary split from Crouch, which she described as the final straw that pushed her into a deep psychological abyss.
The Darkest Thoughts
"I remember just being in my mum's house, in the bedroom, and I wanted to die," Clancy confessed with startling honesty. "I didn't want to be here anymore. I was crying that much, I couldn't breathe."
Her account paints a picture of absolute despair, a stark contrast to her glamorous public persona. The mental health crisis was so severe that she felt completely detached from her own life and children.
A Fragile Marriage & Public Scrutiny
The couple's temporary separation occurred amidst a whirlwind of public scrutiny and personal turmoil. Clancy admits their relationship was "so up and down" during that period, a strain that proved too much while she was already vulnerable from childbirth and the pressures of new motherhood.
She credits Crouch with ultimately being her rock, despite their difficulties. "He was amazing. He's my best friend," she stated, highlighting the couple's successful reconciliation and the strengthening of their bond since those dark days.
A Message of Hope and Recovery
Now a mother of four and happily reconciled, Clancy's story serves as a powerful testament to recovery. She emphasizes the importance of speaking out and seeking help, hoping her experience will encourage other mothers suffering in silence.
Her journey from the depths of postnatal depression to a stable and happy family life with Crouch and their children offers a beacon of hope for many facing similar silent battles, proving that even the darkest periods can give way to light.
