Rihanna is giving fans a heartfelt look into one of the most transformative moments of her life: becoming a mother.
In honor of International Women’s Day on March 8, the global superstar posted never-before-seen hospital photos of herself with her two sons, RZA Athelston Mayers, 2, and Riot Rose Mayers, 19 months, shortly after their births.
The emotional Instagram post featured two intimate snapshots. In the first, Rihanna is seen holding her newborn son, RZA, skin-to-skin, adorned with elegant pearl and gold necklaces.
The second photo, a playful selfie, shows the singer wearing a black bra and pink sunglasses as she cradles her then-newborn, Riot Rose.
“By far the most powerful thing I’ve ever done as a woman…my little miracles! #InternationalWomensDay,” Rihanna captioned the post. She added with her signature humor, “Day 1- RZA 2- Riot Rose. And yes, I gave birth in pearls and sunglasses…don’t ask, a lot was happening.”
The post quickly drew attention, with fans praising the singer for her honesty and vulnerability. However, not all comments were positive.
When one user criticized her sons’ names on a Shade Room post, Rihanna clapped back with a simple yet sharp response: “ok tatiana.”
While Rihanna and A$AP Rocky are notoriously private about their family life, the Diamonds singer has occasionally offered glimpses into their world.
She famously revealed her pregnancy with Riot during her iconic 2023 Super Bowl Halftime Show performance. More recently, she shared insights into her sons’ budding personalities, giving fans a rare peek into their lives as parents.
Through her post, Rihanna celebrated not only her journey as a mother but also the strength and power of women everywhere. It’s a reminder that even global icons like Rihanna find their greatest joy in life’s most personal moments.
