'I wasn't happy with my appearance': Nicki Minaj reflects on past plastic surgery with regret

Nicki Minaj is getting real about her plastic surgery decisions. The 40-year-old rapper opened up on a recent episode of The Run-Through with Vogue podcast, saying, "I guarantee you, if you change anything on your body and do anything surgical and all this, you’re going to — more than likely, not definitely, more than likely — look back one day and say, 'I was fine just the way I was."

She went on to share her perspective on the importance of self-acceptance and embracing one's natural beauty. Nicki Minaj's candid remarks serve as a reminder that, in a world of beauty standards and external pressures, self-love and acceptance are key to feeling content with one's appearance.

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A Candid Talk on Surgery and Self-Acceptance

In a recent Vogue cover, she spilled the beans, saying, "I recently got a breast reduction, and honestly, I love it now. I used to want a bigger butt, but looking back, I realize how silly that was." And, of course, in her classic Nicki style, she offered some words of encouragement for fans who may be struggling with self-acceptance. "Embrace your curves, and love yourself the way you are," said the 40-year-old artist. "There's nothing wrong with it."

What prompted this shift in Nicki's perspective? She attributes it to her 3-year-old son, whom she has with her husband, Kenneth Petty. He has motivated her to adopt a healthier lifestyle. Nicki elaborated, saying, "I want to emphasize this as a Black woman. I've made specific choices for my son, opting for healthier options and avoiding sweets, candies, and sugary drinks due to the prevalence of conditions like diabetes in our community."

Motherhood's Impact on Nicki's Mental Health

Nicki also opened up about the impact of motherhood on her mental well-being. She shared, "I think moms often feel this pressure to be flawless. It bothers me that I experience more anxiety now because you're always thinking, 'What if something happens the one time I'm not with my child?'"

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Despite grappling with fears and anxiety, Nicki expressed her desire to expand her family.She said, "I do want to have more children. Not right now, but I don't want my son to miss out on having siblings. Having siblings teaches you important problem-solving skills from a young age. I would feel guilty if I didn't give Papa Bear another brother or sister."

In Nicki Minaj's candid revelations about her evolving outlook on beauty, the influence of motherhood, and her aspirations for the future, we see a multifaceted artist embracing new chapters in her life.