This week, Rihanna made headlines when she announced her pregnancy with her boyfriend, A$AP Rocky. The Barbadian singer is no stranger to media fodder, with fans speculating last year that she might be with child. Now, our favorite bad gal has confirmed that she is indeed expecting, in a series of beautiful photos taken of her and the father to be, strolling around Harlem. Not only did this news break the internet with social media aunties and uncles coming out of the woodwork to congratulate the duo, but it also sparked a dialogue on women procreating after the age of 30. While that’s none of our business as it’s her body and her baby, we couldn’t help but think of all the other fabulous Black women who have given birth after 30, making the world better for it. There’s no set age that women must adhere to when giving birth, and we’ve compiled a list proving such.
Here are 10 prominent Black women who have given birth after 30 and showcased Black Girl Magic while doing so.
1. Rihanna
2. Meghan Markle
3. Mariah Carey
4. Halle Berry
5. Kenya Moore
6. Porsha Williams
7. Nicki Minaj
8. Beyoncé
9. Serena Williams
10. Remy Ma
Childbirth is one of the greatest blessings in the world. Kudos to these women for having their children on their own terms regardless of what society deems appropriate. There’s also something to be said about how dope these women are for creating entire empires in their own right while absolutely slaying motherhood. Black mothers rock and don’t you ever forget it.
