Cardi B Shares Tips for Preventing Postpartum Depression After Welcoming Her Third Child; ‘Don’t Let the Negativity Bring You Down…’
Cardi B’s postpartum recovery after welcoming her third baby has been different this time around. The WAP hitmaker shared on September 12 how her approach to postnatal recovery has evolved.
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Cardi B revealed that she has been focusing on cardio exercises and avoiding heavy lifting, muscle straining, or squatting to stay active. She emphasized how staying physically active helps prevent postpartum depression by keeping her mind occupied. Fitness is a crucial aspect of her recovery journey.
Responding to a fan, she mentioned, “I’m not doing heavy lifting, muscle straining, or squatting… just cardio. Staying busy is essential to avoid postpartum depression, and for me, that’s work and staying active.”
Cardi, who has a three-year-old son, Wave, and a six-year-old daughter, Kulture, with her estranged husband, Offset, also addressed the criticism she faced during her pregnancy. She expressed frustration over people criticizing her weight gain and accusing her of using it as an excuse not to return to work.
The Bodak Yellow rapper highlighted the hypocrisy of the criticism she received, stating, “You know what’s funny?? Y’all dragged me down when I gained 15 pounds because I was 5 months pregnant but now y’all fake concerned and wanna talk about pressure??? So yeah, I’m taking this personal, but it’s FOR ME because either way, y’all are gonna have something to say.”
Despite societal pressure on women to quickly bounce back after childbirth, Cardi acknowledged the pressure but mentioned that it hasn’t truly bothered her. She shared how this time around, she feels a burst of energy and wants to take on everything, feeling refreshed and ready for big plans ahead.
Cardi B has not yet revealed the name of her newborn daughter but has been showering her with love, describing her as “cute and tiny.”
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