Family & Relationship
‘I’m Doing This For Me, Not For Your Opinions’: Cardi B Defends Post-Partum Fitness Routine
Cardi B has never been afraid to share intimate moments with her fans, and her journey following the birth of her third kid was no different.
The video began with a soft piano tune playing in the background, followed by a view of the hospital monitor revealing the baby’s weight of 5 pounds, 9 ounces. The action then moved to Cardi B in her hospital room, where a nurse gave her high praise and said, I’m so proud of you. She’s so perfect,” as the newborn’s first cries filled the room.”
Although Cardi’s baby was much awaited by her fans, talk soon turned to the rapper’s recuperation from giving birth as she shared another video, this one from the gym.
Cardi posted a video of herself working out with her trainer on X (previously Twitter), and the post triggered a contentious discussion on social media. Concerning whether it was too soon for her to return to the gym so soon after giving birth, several admirers voiced their concerns.
Barely a week has passed. Oh, the pressure that women face in the industry? “Insane,” tweeted @BassieLastrassi, expressing a widely held opinion over the irrational demands made on women to “snap back” following childbirth.
Cardi B, who never backs down, answered with her typical openness. “Postpartum is a little different with my third baby than it was with my previous two… I’m just doing cardio, not heavy lifting, squatting, or anything else like that, she clarified.
The artist added that maintaining an active lifestyle aids with her mental health management. “To prevent postpartum depression, you need to keep your mind occupied sometimes, and for me, that means working and being active,” the woman continued.
Cardi B, though, didn’t hesitate to point out the unfair disparities she believed were being applied to her. “You guys made fun of me when I put on 15 pounds because I was five months pregnant, but now you act like you care about pressure? You guys said I was expecting.
You guys claimed I became pregnant to avoid working; but, since I’m still working, is there another reason? “Yes, I’m taking this personally, but it’s for me because I know you guys will have something to say in any case.”
Cardi emphasized that she was approaching her workouts gently despite the criticism. “Bardigang, don’t worry, I’m only working on the stair master. I only worked for 30 minutes today! I’ll probably do that and use the treadmill for an hour tomorrow.
“Avoid crouching, heavy lifting, and strenuous exercise. Cardi B added, “P***y still open, it needs to heal with no interruptions,” offering a lighthearted yet candid perspective on the healing process after giving birth.
Further discussion regarding the pressures women experience to recover after giving birth was sparked by the conversation surrounding the gym session.
This topic struck a chord with many people online. The original Twitter that started the controversy, @BassieLastrassi, subsequently stated that she didn’t mean any harm.
“The tweet was never an indictment on you; rather, it was a criticism of society’s expectations of women and the’snap back’ culture,” she clarified. I didn’t mean any damage. “Hope all is fine with you and the baby. I’m quite fond of them.
In the end, Cardi B’s openness about her post-partum experience highlights the complicated emotions many new moms face – juggling their own mental and physical well-being while coping with the outside world’s expectations.
After giving birth, finding balance is a personal journey that each mother should be allowed to take her own time to discover. For the time being, Cardi B is concentrating on what matters: getting better, continuing to be active on her terms, and, of course, having fun with her new baby girl.
Gentle Reminder: Be careful how you use your authority and influence, be wise, and treat others with respect.
Chychy Jonas
