She’s just keeping it real, even if she’s got a long way to go. Despite still being pregnant with her first child, Rihanna says that she’s already worried about having postpartum depression. Here’s what you need to know.
Rihanna has revealed she is scared of the prospect of postpartum depression and feeling emotionally out of control after the birth of her baby. The 34-year-old, who is preparing to welcome her first child with rapper ASAP Rocky, spoke to American Vogue about her post-pregnancy hopes and fears.
Rihanna Is Already Worried About Postpartum Depression
In the interview, Rihanna explained what frightens her the most about having a baby, saying: “Postpartum depression. Will I feel out of control emotionally? Those are the stories I hear from other women that scare me.”
What’s more, Rihanna also revealed she is “praying” her body allows her to breastfeed successfully after reading about the benefits.
Since announcing her pregnancy in January, the Barbados-born singer has become known for pushing maternity style boundaries and said she hopes her pregnancy has been able to “redefine what’s considered ‘decent’ for pregnant women,” after embracing her changing body.
She added: “My body is doing incredible things right now, and I’m not going to be ashamed of that. This time should feel celebratory. Because why should you be hiding your pregnancy?”
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