British rapper and singer Stephanie Victoria Allen, known professionally as Stefflon Don, welcomed her second child and revealed that a severe post-delivery complication hospitalised her for four days.
In an interview with PEOPLE published on Friday, the 34-year-old artist announced she gave birth to a baby boy, Don Claes, on April 26.
Shortly after delivery, she developed postpartum pre-eclampsia—a dangerous condition marked by high blood pressure and potential organ damage—suffering severe swelling in her legs and feet, breathing difficulties, and fluid buildup in her lungs that nearly sent her to the intensive care unit alongside her newborn.
Reflecting on the frightening ordeal, Don urged new mothers to prioritise their own health and watch closely for warning signs after delivery.
“One thing I really want other mothers to know is that giving birth doesn’t mean the journey is over. I experienced pre-eclampsia after having my baby, and it made me realise just how important it is for us as women to look after ourselves, even after our babies arrive,” she said.
She later discovered severe mould inside her apartment’s ventilation system, compounded concerns about her breathing, and issued a direct warning to women: “Postpartum pre-eclampsia is real and can happen even after you’ve given birth. Please don’t ignore symptoms like unusual swelling, difficulty breathing, severe headaches or changes in your vision. Seek medical help immediately if something doesn’t feel right.”
Don, who also raises a 17-year-old son named Jaylen, previously drew widespread attention in Nigeria during her three-year relationship with Afrobeats star Burna Boy, which ended in 2021 and inspired both his hit song “Last Last” and her 2022 response track “First of All.”
Now focused on raising her children, Don noted that motherhood has reshaped her perspective and fuelled her drive to build a lasting legacy, adding that she plans to return to music after taking time away for her family.
