"I'm still mostly trying to figure things out" - Sharapova looks back on how motherhood has impacted her life

Maria Sharapova became a mother on July 1st and the Russian explained how quickly this year passed for her.

Sharapova is no stranger to hectic schedules as tennis players pretty much operate daily in such conditions. Since stopping tennis, the Russian has mostly focused on her business ventures but recently she became a mother for the first time welcoming a son on July 1st.

Speaking to NewBeauty, Sharapova touched upon her life changed since becoming a mother for the first time:

"I felt like I was ready to have a child of my own and pass along my own experiences. I’m really excited to watch this little boy grow up, although that is still incredibly hard because I’m still mostly trying to figure things out. It’s beautiful, but it’s also challenging.

This has literally been the fastest year of my life. It’s like we blinked, and it’s over. I’m excited about this stage of motherhood. I feel like I’m just getting through the first few months of a little baby’s life."

She added:

"I’m excited to see the next year unfold and see how I find my balance with work. I’m interested to see what choices I’ll make with that work-life balance. It’s never going to be 50-50. I really do love to work. I also love my family. I know a lot of women face this unique challenge of finding that right balance that works for your family. I don’t know the secret, but I’m ready to work on it."