Despite the bevy of positive comments, some users criticized Karimi for applying makeup during childbirth. "Others called me an idiot for 'putting looks before the baby,'" she told BuzzFeed News But Karimi made sure to ask her doctor if it was safe to apply makeup while waiting in the maternity ward. For her, it was simply a fun way to take her mind off the pain. To quote the new mother herself: “Don’t make yourself miserable during labour, do something you love! As long as your doctor is okay with it, cake that foundation on and enjoy your day!" she says. We couldn't agree more.