In a candid and spontaneous interview with Interview magazine, Rihanna delved into her experiences as a mother. The renowned singer shares two sons, RZA and Riot, with A$AP Rocky, whom she lauds as “a great dad.” Throughout the conversation, Rihanna oscillates between relatable mom moments (like contemplating a boob lift) and her trademark rock-star demeanor (conducting the interview at 3:30 a.m. in an arena outside Milan while preparing for an Indian wedding performance), making for an engaging read. Let’s explore Rihanna’s insights into motherhood.
Speaking with Interview’s editor-in-chief Mel Ottenberg, Rihanna revealed that her focus has shifted from her wardrobe to her children. “I spend my time making sure the kids look amazing,” she shared. “Then I consider, ‘What’s the most comfortable outfit to wear around them? What won’t bother them on their face or body, or make it difficult for me to hold them properly?’ Moms tend to opt for casual attire in real life.”
Just because she’s a wealthy and famous celebrity doesn’t mean Rihanna shies away from dressing her younger son in hand-me-downs. In fact, she shared her meticulous system for organizing her older son RZA’s outgrown clothes. “I have racks, I have bags. They’re all sized and organized, and then whatever gets too small for RZA, I put into bins so that Riot can have them next,” she explained. “Riot is actually in all of RZA’s 1-year-old clothes already. He’s only 6 months. Everybody thinks Rocky dresses them because I dress them in Rocky outfits.”
Speaking of A$AP Rocky, Rihanna revealed that he’s not hesitant to handle the dirty work, including changing diapers. “Rocky has never shied away from it,” Rihanna remarked. “He does the shirt up over the nose with a stinky diaper. He gets through it. It’s kind of funny.”
When discussing her postpartum body, Rihanna was candid about her preferences regarding cosmetic procedures. “I want my titties pinned back to my shoulders, right where they used to be,” she stated. “I don’t want implants. I just want a lift.”
“I don’t want to ever have a tummy tuck because I don’t want a new navel, and I don’t want that scar, right,” Rihanna elaborated. When informed about the potential side effects of a tummy tuck, she remained undeterred. “Well, guess what? You get that when you’re pregnant,” she pointed out. “Third-trimester cellulite is no joke. You just see ripples coming from places you never knew, and it’s all in your thighs because your thighs are carrying the weight of your baby and uterus.”
Regarding the best city for raising children, Rihanna crowned Los Angeles, citing her gynecologist as a significant factor. Her gynecologist is Dr. Thaïs Aliabadi, known for her role in Olivia Munn’s breast-cancer diagnosis. Rihanna also praised Los Angeles for its exceptional teachers and therapists for children. Conversely, she acknowledged New York City’s appeal for its adventurous spirit, grit, and fashion scene.
Rihanna also admitted that motherhood has introduced a new level of fear into her life. “I’m actually afraid of shit. The well-being of your kids, you worry about that constantly,” she confessed. “Nobody warns you that having kids means you’re going to worry every second of your life.”