In the world of glamorous celebrities and picture-perfect Instagram posts, Ciara stands out as a beacon of authenticity and self-love. The multi-talented singer, dancer, and mother recently opened up about her postpartum journey, revealing the highs and lows of motherhood and her commitment to embracing her body.
Ciara, known for hits like “Level Up” and “Goodies,” welcomed her daughter, Amora Princess Wilson, with husband Russell Wilson just five months ago. In an exclusive interview with E! News, she candidly discussed her weight loss journey, admitting to hitting some roadblocks along the way.
“Sometimes, you want to make things picture-perfect, and life doesn’t allow you to do that,” Ciara confessed. “This is real s–t. There’s no perfectness to motherhood.”
Despite the setbacks, Ciara is taking it one step at a time, advocating for self-compassion and grace.
“I’m going to give myself grace and eat a couple of potatoes and ice cream because I need that for my mind,” she said. “That’s where I am with it—and it’s OK.
Her husband, Russell Wilson, has been a pillar of support throughout her journey. Ciara shared that while she has a specific weight goal in mind, Russell encourages her to embrace her curves. “He’s embracing my curves; he likes my thicky era,” she revealed with a smile.
Ciara, who is also a mother to Sienna Princess, 6, and Win Harrison, 3, with Russell, and Future Zahir, 9, with ex Future, emphasized that her journey goes beyond losing baby weight. She’s navigating the emotional rollercoaster of postpartum hormones, admitting to feeling more emotional than ever before.
“Hormones fly all over the f–king place,” Ciara expressed. “I feel like I’m more emotional than I’ve ever been out of all my babies. I’m like, ‘What is going on with me?!’ I feel like I haven’t been able to breathe since I gave birth.”
But amidst the challenges, Ciara finds solace in gratitude and self-reflection. “I have to remind myself to give myself grace and that it’s not going to be perfect,” she said.
“This is a beautiful time, even when it feels not-so-beautiful. It’s a gift to create new life, and I’m doing my best reminding myself of that.”
Ciara’s commitment to authenticity extends beyond her personal journey. She uses her platform to advocate for other mothers, sharing the highs and lows of parenting in hopes of helping others feel less alone.
“I know there’s so many women like me,” she noted. “I’m so glad I’m in a space where I feel comfortable to share my journey.”
In addition to her advocacy, Ciara is actively involved in philanthropy, particularly in maternal health. She recently collaborated with Baby2Baby to expand its Maternal Health & Newborn Supply Kit program, a project made possible with Huggies and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
“It’s been a blessing to be a part of the Baby2Baby family and be part of moments like this,” Ciara shared.
As Mother’s Day approaches, Ciara has a message for new moms: embrace the mess and trust in your own instincts.
“There’s no perfect structure to motherhood,” she advised. “The perfectness comes with you being you, putting your best foot forward, and loving as best as you can. Your kid will feel that love.”
Ciara’s journey serves as a reminder that motherhood is not about perfection but about embracing the journey, the highs, and the lows, with love and grace. As she continues to inspire with her honesty and resilience, she proves that self-love and acceptance are the true keys to happiness.
