Natasha Bedingfield shares the stage with her son Solomon, 6, at The Big Feastival after battle with deadly brain infection as an toddler

Natasha Bedingfield shares the stage with her son Solomon, 6, at The Big Feastival after battle with deadly brain infection as an toddler

As I delve into Natasha Bedingfield‘s heartfelt journey, it becomes evident that her experiences have been a rollercoaster ride of emotions. From the highs of new motherhood to the lows of prenatal depression, she has navigated through it all with remarkable resilience.


On a fantastic Friday, I, your enthusiastic admirer, had the sheer pleasure of standing side by side with the remarkable Natasha Bedingfield – and her equally talented son Solomon! We graced the stage at The Big Feastival, nestled within Alex James’ picturesque farm in the heart of The Cotswolds. What a truly unforgettable experience that was!

42-year-old The Unwritten’s songwriter snuggled close to a six-year-old child during their shared seat on stage, as his mother performed.

In his shining moment under the spotlight, Solomon – who had survived multiple surgeries as a toddler due to a severe brain infection – donned a pair of blue earmuffs and dazzling golden pants.

Simultaneously, Natasha donned an eccentric suit adorned with rainforest patterns during the show while affectionately holding her son.

In November 2017, the singer gave birth to her sole child alongside her husband Matt Robinson, marking the culmination of their 13-year-long marriage.

Natasha Bedingfield shares the stage with her son Solomon, 6, at The Big Feastival after battle with deadly brain infection as an toddler

Natasha Bedingfield shares the stage with her son Solomon, 6, at The Big Feastival after battle with deadly brain infection as an toddler

After numerous health issues during his toddler years, which included a brain infection that required hospitalization, Solomon didn’t find his early life an easy journey.

Approximately two months prior to the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, Solomon was taken to the hospital because physicians discovered a brain abscess in him.

In June 2020, Natasha shared that her son had fully recuperated. She elaborated by saying, “He’s all better now, but we spent an entire five weeks in a small hospital room wearing masks, so we sort of experienced some of what everyone is dealing with now.”

She shared with People magazine: ‘There’s a part of his body that got infected and somehow spread to his brain. We’re incredibly thankful, though, because the condition he has can be treated effectively, and it’s been successful in numerous cases before.’

And the mother and son looked in great spirits as they enjoyed the day of music at the festival. 

Natasha exuded an exceptional style as she donned a distinctive, two-piece blazer and trouser set, layered gracefully on top of a lace black blouse.

In high spirits, the songstress put on a pair of lively pink sunglasses featuring bold black frames, adding a touch of style to her appearance.

Toward the end of the performance, Natasha, Daniel Bedingfield’s sister, was accompanied on stage by Becky Hill for a cover of Daniel’s famous song “I Gotta Get Thru This.”

Natasha Bedingfield shares the stage with her son Solomon, 6, at The Big Feastival after battle with deadly brain infection as an toddler
Natasha Bedingfield shares the stage with her son Solomon, 6, at The Big Feastival after battle with deadly brain infection as an toddler
Natasha Bedingfield shares the stage with her son Solomon, 6, at The Big Feastival after battle with deadly brain infection as an toddler
Natasha Bedingfield shares the stage with her son Solomon, 6, at The Big Feastival after battle with deadly brain infection as an toddler
Natasha Bedingfield shares the stage with her son Solomon, 6, at The Big Feastival after battle with deadly brain infection as an toddler
Natasha Bedingfield shares the stage with her son Solomon, 6, at The Big Feastival after battle with deadly brain infection as an toddler
Natasha Bedingfield shares the stage with her son Solomon, 6, at The Big Feastival after battle with deadly brain infection as an toddler
Natasha Bedingfield shares the stage with her son Solomon, 6, at The Big Feastival after battle with deadly brain infection as an toddler

Additionally, Natasha expressed her appreciation towards the healthcare workers who played a crucial role in ‘rescuing’ her son’s life.

The singer from “These Words” expressed gratitude for being able to spend time with her son, Solomon, even during his difficult two-year-old phase when he throws tantrums.

The chart-topping artist expressed gratitude for experiencing the privilege of feeling frustrated, having previously worried about her son’s health in the past year.

In the early part of this year, I found myself bravely sharing my personal journey through pregnancy, which wasn’t an easy ride for me. I suspect that I experienced antenatal depression, a challenging and distressing ordeal I referred to as ‘awful’.

On Sophie Ellis-Bextor’s podcast, Spinning Plates, Natasha shared that she was on tour with Train while pregnant, making the entire journey quite challenging for her.

She told her friend: ‘I had a horrible pregnancy, but there is something called pre-natal depression. I think I had that, or it was just so horrible to tour pregnant.’ 

Natasha Bedingfield shares the stage with her son Solomon, 6, at The Big Feastival after battle with deadly brain infection as an toddler

“I felt incredibly ill, queasy, and carsick; plus, as the opener for Train, our travel on and off the bus was frequent. Unfortunately, everything just seemed to go awry.”

Natasha went on to say: “I called my husband back in LA and said something like, ‘I really wish you were here’ since I was pregnant at the time, which made me look particularly well.”

‘The first instance I experienced a sensation that should have been accompanied by a feeling of well-being, but it wasn’t. This experience helped me comprehend the way hormones might induce feelings of depression.’

During pregnancy, the surge of female hormones must have been quite unexpected for my body. However, once the baby was born, I experienced an immediate improvement in my wellbeing.

Approximately 20% of new and expectant mothers may experience prenatal or perinatal depression, a form of mental health issue that can arise during pregnancy.

Postnatal depression, affecting about 1 in 10 new mothers, is distinct from depression that may arise during pregnancy itself.

As a committed adherent, I’ve learned from the NHS website that potential signs suggesting prenatal depression might include struggling with sleep, experiencing sadness, harboring negative thoughts, losing my appetite, and finding less joy in activities that used to bring me pleasure.

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2024-08-24 21:19

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