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The year 2017 was a period full of ups and downs for Serena Williams. The American tennis legend welcomed her first daughter, Olympia later that year. However, it was a difficult pregnancy, with Serena nearly escaping death during delivery. Subsequently, she went on to fulfill her motherhood duties. During that time, she shared a unique breastfeeding story. After recently welcoming her second child, she has experienced it again, albeit in a far less complicated manner.

Serena suffered from blood clots after giving birth to Olympia. As a result, she was advised against breastfeeding her child for a longer period. Nonetheless, the American legend continued breastfeeding till Olympia was six months old. Recently, she shared the memory of her motherhood activities on social media.

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Serena Williams talks about the new fragrance

Earlier this month, the 23-time Grand Slam champion Serena gave birth to her second child. Unlike her first delivery, it went smoothly this time around. Days after turning into a mother for the second time, Serena has shared the latest update on motherhood.

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Taking to her official Twitter handle, Serena tweeted, “My new fragrance is “old spoiled milk”. #momlife.” It was a cryptic message by Serena, indicating that she might be continuing breastfeeding .

Earlier, the former World Number 1 had busted myths around this motherhood activity. She said that despite the initial plan of continuing breastfeeding for 3 months; she extended it to 6 months. However, she was unable to see any reduction in weight.

Opening up about this, she said, “It was interesting because all these articles, over pop culture, you hear when you breastfeed you lose weight, you’re so thin. That wasn’t happening to me.” 

Having experienced severe difficulties while giving birth to Olympia, before going through her second childbirth, the former World Number 1 player dropped a major update on labor.

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When Serena hinted about labor

The American legend had dropped a series of pictures on social media, hinting about labor. She said that she was waiting for a long time for this moment to come, indicating that she was destined for many unexpected things. Reacting to this, emotions ran high within the fans and they inquired about her health. On the other hand, some fans shared touching messages as Serena looked beautiful in the yellow and green outfit while showing off the baby bump.

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With the birth of Adira, responsibilities on Serena and Alexis Ohanian’s shoulders have increased. Nonetheless, they are used to making every dull moment into a cheerful one, and with Olympia with them, expect the fun to multiply.

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