On March 8, Rihanna observed International Women’s Day by sharing a personal moment from her journey into motherhood. The singer posted rarely seen photos of her two sons, RZA Athelston Mayers and Riot Rose Mayers, taken in the hospital shortly after their births. In the caption, she reflected on the experience of childbirth, describing it as one of the most meaningful moments in her life.
“By far the most powerful thing I’ve ever done as a woman… my little miracles,” she wrote alongside the photos. One image shows RZA, now 2, resting on Rihanna’s chest during skin-to-skin contact. The singer is only partially visible, wearing layered gold and pearl necklaces. The moment appears calm and grounded, showing the early bond between mother and child.
The second photo features Rihanna holding Riot Rose, now 19 months, in a hospital bed. She wears pink sunglasses and a black bra, with her newborn tucked into her arms. “And yes I gave birth in pearls and sunglasses,” she added. “Don’t ask, a lot was happening.” The photos offer a rare look into her private life, particularly as she and A$AP Rocky have kept their children out of the public eye for the most part.
Singer Katy Perry commented on the post, expressing support with a short note: “The BEST.” The post received a wide response from fans and peers alike, many acknowledging Rihanna’s role as a parent in addition to her public identity as an artist and businesswoman.
In an interview published in Harper’s Bazaar in February, Rihanna spoke in more detail about her children’s personalities. She said RZA is gentle and observant, with a strong interest in music, books, and water. “He loves melody. He loves bath time, swimming, the beach—anything with water,” she shared.
Riot, according to Rihanna, has a very different energy. “He’s just hilarious. When he wakes up, he starts to squeal and scream—not from crying, but because he wants to sing,” she said. “He’s my alarm in the morning. He’s not taking no for an answer from anyone.”
The artist continues to balance her family life with her public work, occasionally offering moments of insight through interviews or posts like this one.
