Cardi B Leaves Fans 'Disappointed' With Pregnancy Announcement

By Afouda Bamidele on September 17, 2025 at 11:15 AM EDT

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After months of pregnancy speculation, Cardi B has confirmed she is expecting a fourth child, to some fans' displeasure.

The rapper has been turning heads for her romance with NFL star Stefon Diggs following the end of her acrimonious union to the father of her three children, Offset. The couple has proven they are serious about each other by bringing a baby into the mix, but not everyone is convinced.

While Cardi B proudly celebrated the conception of her first child with Stefon Diggs, some fans and critics agreed that she had not learned from her past relationships. Many disapproved of her fourth pregnancy, noting she was heading for another heartbreak.

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Cardi B Confirms First Pregnancy With Boyfriend Stefon Diggs

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Cardi B broke the pregnancy news on Wednesday, September 17, glowing with happiness as she addressed the new life she created with her doting boyfriend. She revealed the baby was due before her first arena tour, "Little Miss Drama," scheduled to begin in February 2026.

The rapper raved about her newfound happiness and excitement, noting she was doing great while balancing motherhood and her career. "I feel like I'm in a good space. I feel very strong. I feel very powerful that I'm doing all this work," Cardi B said.

She told "CBS Mornings" that she couldn't have coped without Diggs, declaring that they were "very supportive of each other." Cardi B credited the athlete for making her feel safe, confident, strong, and loved, claiming he was always there to support her.

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The 'Bodak Yellow' Hitmaker Thanked Her Beau For His Support

Cardi B's comments about her loving boyfriend continued, with claims of Diggs making her feel like she could do anything. She recalled feeling insecure about releasing new music two weeks ago, noting she suffered a panic attack.

The entertainer claimed the incident stemmed from online criticisms, recalling that people had harshly berated her and her music. While she was feeling low, Diggs was there to pick up the pieces and help rebuild her confidence.

Cardi B applauded his supportive nature, noting that she was initially hesitant about falling in love again, especially amid her tumultuous split from Offset. However, Diggs assured her he wouldn't break her heart, saying, "Let me heal you. Give me a chance forme to heal you."

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Critics Are Not So Pleased With The Pregnancy Update

During the interview, Cardi B joked that fans should purchase her new album so she would have money to buy diapers and other items for her fourth baby. Unfortunately, not everyone saw the humor behind her words.

Many shared their disapproval on X, with a fan lamenting, "I've never been so disappointed in someone I don't know." Another echoed similar sentiments, wondering if Cardi B's goal was to "keep being a baby mama."

"Having loads of baby daddies isn't a flex," the X user stressed in a separate tweet. A third disapproving fan slammed the rapper's pregnancy announcement, alleging her sexual relationship with Diggs started while she was pregnant with her third child with Offset.

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The criticisms continued, with someone noting that Cardi B's tastes in men hadn't improved because she was "having a baby with another dusty." A critic shared an old tweet where they emphasized how unhealthy it was for women to have children with men just because they were nice.

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The NFL Star Sparked Outrage For His Flirty Nature

The disappointed reactions to Cardi B's pregnancy update came months after her boyfriend raised eyebrows for his flirty behavior. The Blast covered the story, reporting that the couple were partying on a yacht when Diggs got chummy with bikini-clad women.

The viral video captured Diggs chatting up three women in swimsuits before offering them a pink substance from a container. He advised them not to take it all, have fun, and come back for more. At one point, he asked, "What's my name?" prompting his companions to call him "daddy."

Besides the outrage the video generated online, a source claimed Cardi B was upset about her boyfriend's behavior. "Girls will throw themselves on him all the time, but she wishes he wouldn't be a scumbag and flirt back," the source said.

More About Cardi B's 'Little Miss Drama' Tour

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A day before confirming her fourth pregnancy, Cardi B announced her first full headline arena tour on Instagram. She revealed the Little Miss Drama Tour would be her biggest tour yet and a promotional run for her latest album, "Am I The Drama?"

The tour was scheduled to begin in North America in February 2026, featuring stops in Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Vancouver, Austin, Chicago, New York, Toronto, and more cities. The rapper's performances were scheduled to end in April in Atlanta.

The general sale for tickets would begin Thursday, September 25, at 10 a.m. local time. Meanwhile, presale tickets would be available from Tuesday, September 23, at 10 a.m. local time.

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However, interested fans must sign up by Sunday, September 19, at 10 p.m. PT to be eligible for the presales, according to PEOPLE.

Will the criticisms stop Cardi B from enjoying her fourth motherhood journey?

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