Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · September 26, 2025 · Entertainment

Cardi B Flaunts Her Baby Bump in Bold Style After Surgery!

Pregnant Cardi B showed off her curves in tiny denim hotpants and platform stiletto knee high boots as she stepped out in Los Angeles on Thursday after BBL reduction surgery

CARDI B'S REVEALING LOOK: PREGNANT RAPPER SLAYS IN TINY HOTPANTS AFTER BBL REDUCTION SURGERY

In a sizzling hot appearance, Cardi B showed off her curves in a daring pair of tiny denim hotpants as she stepped out in Los Angeles on Thursday. The 32-year-old rapper, who is expecting her fourth child with NFL star Stefon Diggs, proved that style and comfort are not mutually exclusive when she paired the mini shorts with platform stiletto animal-print knee-high boots.

The I Like It hitmaker's maternity look was completed by a white graphic T-shirt, which only added to her radiance. Cardi couldn't help but flash a bright smile as she greeted onlookers in the streets, clearly feeling carefree and jovial despite being on bed rest for three months after undergoing BBL reduction surgery.

The I Like It hitmaker, who is expecting a child with NFL star Stefon Diggs ¿ caught the eye rocking a pair of glamorous platform animal-print knee-high heel boots

The New York-born-and-raised music star was at Fingerprints Music in Long Beach for a public meet and greet event, where she promoted her second studio album, Am I the Drama?, which dropped on September 19. It's clear that Cardi is still killing it in the music industry, despite her recent health struggles.

But what caught our attention was Cardi's refreshing honesty about her BBL reduction surgery experience. Appearing on Alex Cooper's Call Her Daddy podcast, she dished about undergoing the procedure and the aftermath, which left her stuck on bed rest for three months. The rapper candidly shared how some people overestimate the ease of the surgical procedure and underestimate the discomfort of the recovery process.

"I already did a reduction already and people will be like, 'Well, you need to reduce your butt more,'" Cardi told podcast host Alex Cooper. "And it's like, I think you guys think that people just plug something inside my a**hole and just suck it out." She even joked about the painful process, saying, "I mean, for me to reduce my butt, I have to literally sit on the table, get cut from the bottom, get cut from the top, and be on bed rest for three months."

The pregnant rapper completed the look with a white graphic T-shirt as she appeared in high spirits and jovially cheered at onlookers in the streets

It's clear that Cardi is not one to shy away from speaking her mind. In a recent interview with The Scholarly Note, she revealed how some people had speculated about her body and her love life. "There's a rumor that my boyfriend dumped me because my BBL stink," she said. She quickly shut down the allegations, stating, "I don't know who made the rumors that BBLs stink, but it doesn't ... stink. How will a BBL stink if you have no open wounds?"

The Grammy-winning artist also addressed fan speculation about her relationship with Stefon Diggs, reassuring listeners that their romance is "good." It's clear that Cardi is all about spreading positivity and self-love.

In related news, Cardi made headlines in August when she took the witness stand to testify after a security guard sued her for $24 million in a fingernail attack. However, it looks like justice has been served, as she was cleared of assault and battery charges in the civil lawsuit.

The New York-born-and-raised music star was at Fingerprints Music in Long Beach for a public meet and greet event

We can't help but admire Cardi's confidence and unapologetic attitude towards her body. As she so wisely said on the podcast, "I'm comfortable. I learn to live with it. I don't get no complaints from nobody and it is what it is." It's clear that this mama-to-be is all about living her best life.

Cardi B's words of wisdom:

"It's just like, you can't let people turn you crazy," she said on the podcast. "I'm comfortable in my own skin. I don't need anyone else to validate me." It's a refreshing reminder that our worth and beauty should never be defined by external opinions.

Cardi ¿ the stage name of Belcalis Marlenis Almánzar ¿ was promoting her second studio album, Am I the Drama?, which she dropped on September 19 last week

We're rooting for Cardi B all the way! What do you think about her latest appearance? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below!

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In a viral appearance on Call Her Daddy podcast, Cardi revealed underwent a butt reduction surgery and was stuck on bed rest for three months following the procedure

Cardi seen performing in June 2019

She also said she still wishes her backside was even smaller sometimes but confessed she would not go through the reduction procedure again