Japanese news anchor Hiromi Hironaka has openly shared her encounter with a potential mental breakdown risk following childbirth. This revelation has sparked a vivid discussion on the often-ignored topic of postpartum depression, igniting a discourse on the pressures new mothers face in the Japanese workforce and society. The timing, entity involved, and why it happened remain undisclosed, but her admittance is hailed as a significant step to bring the crucial issue to the forefront.

In Japan, experiencing mental health issues such as postpartum depression is often stigmatized and push mothers to stay silent about their struggles due to societal pressures to appear strong and composed. The subject of maternal mental health is often skirted around, and Hiromi's outing of her struggles could potentially bring about a change in this perspective and contribute to a more supportive atmosphere for new mothers.

Contrary to Japan, the US and EU have been more vocal about mental health issues, including postpartum depression. It is widely discussed and treated as a serious medical concern. There is a general acceptance that new mothers may face emotional challenges following childbirth, and support systems are in place to help them manage these difficulties.