John Legend Proud Of Wife Chrissy Teigen For Sharing Postpartum Depression Battle Publicly

John Legend, Grammy and Oscar songwriter/singer has revealed the painful struggle behind his wife, Chrissy Teigen's postpartum depression (PPD). He elaborated about the ongoing condition following his wife's public acknowledgment of her disposition.

John Legend told People that he felt as a husband it was his duty to do the best he could to support her during her recovery. In addition, he also said he decided to whatever needed to be done to help his wife and try best to understand her condition.

John Legend has spoken openly about his wife's condition at a dinner hosted by designer Jimmy Choo. The evening looked to celebrate influential stylists in Hollywood. He told reporters that it was difficult as a man to understand internally what his wife was going through. He advised other men and families to read more about the condition and encouraged them to be more compassionate to the victim.

Explaining that everyone in the family is now working together, John Legend added that he was proud of his wife for revealing what she has been through. He said he was glad that his wife was able to share her experience so that other women who were undergoing the same condition need not feel alone.

Teigen who has appeared on the cover of Sports Illustrated Swimsuit gave birth to baby Luna in April 2016. However, an essay in Glamour penned by her claimed that on returning to work after maternity leave she felt different.

The model and TV host wrote in the publication that getting out of bed was painful and that she completely lost her appetite. In addition, she revealed that for no reason she would be emotional and angry.

Despite the recent condition of PPD, Vanity revealed that John Legend is grateful to his wife for putting up with his annoying habits. One such peeve he admits to the publication is wearing his shoes inside the house.