Rebecca Lim: “I’m Considering Baby Number Two Now!”
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By Estelle Low -
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Newly appointed “Friend of BMF”, local actress Rebecca Lim shared how she levelled up her self-love, postpartum recovery, and plans for baby number two. Plus, what the body-shaming incident at Star Awards 2024 had to do with that.
“Are you planning for another baby?” is something we don’t ask a mother callously. So when Rebecca Lim volunteered that piece of information in the form of “I’m actually considering having a number two!” without us having to tiptoe around that topic or risk getting hauled out of the interview room by her manager, we were shook.
Just to be clear: no one actually asked that question.
Rebecca’s juicy little revelation about being open to having a second child was 100% spontaneous, arising midway through a very heartfelt, soul-baring fireside chat at BMF The Aesthetics People, where she was newly appointed as a brand ambassador, or a “friend of BMF”.
During the chat hosted by fellow celeb mum Sara Ann K, Rebecca candidly revealed her motherhood struggles alongside BMF’s second-gen owner and new mother of two, Louisa Leow.
That Star Awards 2024 remark
In case you missed it, Rebecca was at the receiving end of some snide remarks on her appearance at Star Awards 2024, barely three months after she gave birth. Dressed in a neon green cape dress, Rebecca overheard someone refer to her as a “big green apple” right before she walked the red carpet. She tried to brush it off — but let’s be honest, those words sting.
Another unforgettable incident, Rebecca shares, happened at Taylor Swift’s The Eras Tour concert in March 2024, just after her confinement. She was asked (by more than three people, mind you) if she was still pregnant.
“I wouldn’t say the comments don’t affect me. I’m not Superwoman,” Rebecca admitted. “There are days when I’ve tried my best but still feel like it’s not enough.”
From “fat kid” insecurities to postpartum glow-up
After gaining 30kg during pregnancy (“I thought eating for two meant two adults!”), Rebecca turned to exercise, acupuncture, and healthy eating habits to get back to feeling like herself again. But some stubborn spots in the arms, thighs and tummy just wouldn’t budge.
“I’ve always had this insecurity from being a chubby kid,” she shared.
So when fellow mum Sara introduced her to BMF’s treatments, Rebecca decided to give it a shot. As she began seeing positive results — physically and emotionally — she found herself bonding with Louisa Leow, second-generation owner of BMF.
Their heartfelt conversations about motherhood, body changes, and the pressures women face in the public eye struck a deep chord. Inspired by Rebecca’s raw honesty and her own personal journey, Louisa worked with a team of nutritionists and doctors to develop The Postpartum Edit, a curated 12-week programme by BMF The Aesthetics People to help mothers regain confidence, rebuild strength, and rediscover their sense of self after childbirth.
“It’s not a ‘snap back’ or quick-fix slimming package,” Louisa explained. “It’s a gentler, science-backed approach that blends advanced aesthetic technologies, nutrition coaching, and emotional support — all aimed at helping women reconnect with themselves.”
“The change has been huge,” Rebecca said as she choked up. “This whole motherhood journey hasn’t been easy. Being in the public eye, there’s a lot of pressure to look your best all the time. Definitely, last year, I didn’t feel my best. I didn’t look my best.”
“Not only has BMF changed my confidence in how I look, it has also changed my mindset in self-care and self-love. Now, I feel like me — but more.”
Self-care is a necessity, not a luxury
Like many of us, Rebecca started to appreciate the idea of self-care after becoming a mother. “I used to think self-care was indulgent. But now I know it’s really necessary.”
As she puts it, motherhood is a marathon, not a sprint. And if you’re not fuelling yourself — mentally, emotionally, physically — you’re going to burn out fast. “Without taking care of myself, how can I take care of others?”
The same goes for self-love. “You need to love yourself before you can love the people around you.”
So… baby number two?
Brimming with confidence, Rebecca declared: “I wish I knew BMF earlier. Now I’m actually considering having a number two! Before BMF, I was like ‘No way. It takes so much effort to be myself again.’ Now I’m like… why not?”
To mums in the postpartum stage, Rebecca has this to say:
This or that with Rebecca Lim
We asked Rebecca to pick between these very #mumlife choices. Her answers? As real-becca as they get.
Massage or meditation?
Massage, for sure. I love massages.
Early morning workout or evening wind-down?
Evening wind-down.
Bubble tea or coffee?
Coffee.
Spa day alone or with company?
Alone or with friends, can?
Bingeing Netflix or reading a book?
I haven’t read a book in a long time. Netflix for me. But I would say… mewatch, guys? (chuckles)
Working out in the gym or house work at home?
None of the above.
Overseas vacation or home hibernation?
Going overseas. Before being a mum, I’d definitely choose staying at home. But now that I’m a mum, every day I’m thinking of activities to do with my son. I’m even going to the beach with him every day… what’s happening to me, you know? I have the ajumma hat, the gloves…
Cooking at home or ordering in?
Ordering in.
Early bedtime or late-night me time?
Now I fall asleep at the same time as my son. He goes to bed at 8 plus, but he always wakes up at 12am or 1am, so I always make it a point to sleep first and then wake up. I know, I needed to sleep train him but I didn’t. Ya, it’s too late! Every time I stay up, I’d regret the next morning. I should have slept earlier. I’m not 20 anymore, and it shows…
Shopping for yourself or your child?
Now I just shop for my baby. I’d order the cheap stuff… (they grow up so fast), why waste money?
Baby bag: packed early or grab-and-go?
I have a grab-and-go bag. But for trips, I pack days ahead. I don’t trust my hubby to pack! No matching outfits for me and my family – that’s too much work. I’d pack the basic necessities, that’s it.
Read parenting books or trust your instincts?
Trust my instincts.
Going to work or staying at home with family?
(giggles) My manager’s here. But I’d say staying home with family. Actually, both. Now that I’m back at work full force, I’m a lot more present when I’m at home. When I used to be just at home, I’d be like “it’s okay, the days are long, I have a lot of time with my kid”. But now that I’m back at work, every time at home is precious. Being at home makes me treasure my time at work. Being at work makes me treasure my time at home. So I feel like both are necessary.
A good night’s sleep or a really fabulous facial?
A really fabulous facial ’cause there’s no such thing as a good night’s sleep anymore. (laughs)