Pop singer Meghan Trainor has publicly addressed the significant backlash she received after announcing the birth of her third child via surrogate earlier this year. The 32-year-old artist, known for hits like "All About That Bass," revealed that the criticism led to emotional distress, but she remains steadfast in her decision.
Emotional Toll of Public Criticism
During a recent appearance on Kylie Kelce's Not Gonna Lie podcast, Trainor described how the negative reactions caused her to shed "clouds of tears every night." She expressed concern about how the controversy might affect her newborn daughter, Mikey Moon, who arrived on January 18. "I want my daughter to come to this world and not have everyone attack her for the way she got here," Trainor shared, highlighting the emotional weight of the situation.
Defending the Surrogacy Journey
Trainor emphasized that using a surrogate was not her first choice but became the safest option after consultations with medical professionals. "We had endless conversations with our doctors in this journey, and this was the safest way for us to be able to continue growing our family," she explained in a social media announcement. The singer bonded immediately with her surrogate, whom she praised as "amazing" and "just a champ."
Benefits of the Surrogacy Experience
One significant advantage Trainor noted was her ability to be "more present" after Mikey's birth, as she avoided recovery from a C-section, which typically requires hospital stays and weeks of healing. This allowed her to focus on bonding with her newborn without physical limitations. Despite the online drama, she insisted that the critics "didn’t damper anything" during her first week of "baby bliss."
Addressing Specific Criticisms
Trainor responded to particular points of contention, including a photo of her holding Mikey while wearing a hospital gown, which some misinterpreted as pretending to give birth. "When I did skin to skin, they were like, 'Why would you pretend like you gave birth?'" she recalled, dismissing such comments as uninformed. She also humorously noted the confusion over her daughter's name, with some trolls mistakenly thinking she named the baby "via surrogate."
Support System and Moving Forward
Throughout the ordeal, Trainor relied on a strong support network, including her husband Daryl Sabara, her team, and a therapist. Sabara reassured her, "Honestly, if anyone says stupid s**t your fans come and defend you." Additionally, podcast host Kylie Kelce offered unwavering support, emphasizing that Trainor made an intentional decision to grow her family without compromising her health.
Trainor and Sabara, who married in 2018, are also parents to two sons: Riley, four, and Barry, two. The couple expressed joy over their expanding family, with the boys even choosing their sister's middle name. "We are over the moon in love with this precious girl," Trainor shared, reflecting on the positive outcome despite the initial backlash.
