Robyn Opens Up About 'Hardcore' IVF Battle Solo

Swedish pop star Robyn, 46, recently revealed the intense challenges of her in vitro fertilization (IVF) journey as a single mother in her early 40s. Following a breakup in 2020, she made the deliberate decision to pursue parenthood independently.

Robyn described the IVF process as 'hardcore,' acknowledging its significant physical and psychological toll. She underwent multiple rounds before successfully welcoming her son, Tyko, in July 2023. She expressed that being a single parent is also 'very, very taxing.'

She also reflected on freezing her eggs at age 34 and grappled with 'existential' feelings about not having children within a traditional partnership. Robyn opted for IVF alone to avoid having children in what she perceived as risky or unstable relationships, a decision she considered less scary than waiting.

While recognizing IVF as a privilege, Robyn emphasized the challenges she faced, particularly at an older age, questioning if it would be successful. Her experience has led her to deeply consider her identity as a mother and as an individual.