Even Beyoncé Finds Working Motherhood Hard

There’s nothing Beyoncé can’t do, at least as far as we can see. From dropping record-breaking albums to starring in movies to dominating stadium tours, the woman seems almost superhuman. But even Beyoncé can admit that working motherhood is really, really hard. She recently opened up about her struggles—and we never thought we’d say this—but we kind of feel like we can relate to Beyoncé.

The superstar recently opened up about everything from body image to hitting up Target in a brand new interview. But here’s what we’re taking away form the conversation: Beyoncé’s raw, confessional comments about juggling motherhood and career.

“I think the most stressful thing for me is balancing work and life,” Beyoncé tells Elle when asked what stresses her out. “Making sure I am present for my kids—dropping Blue off at school, taking Rumi and Sir to their activities, making time for date nights with my husband, and being home in time to have dinner with my family—all while running a company can be challenging.”

Say it louder, Beyoncé! It’s crazy to hear that even the most iconic celebrity of all worries about things like school drop off. Admittedly, we don’t know exactly what Bey’s juggle looks like. We have no idea what it feels like to be trailed by the paparazzi or sell out stadiums or have access to absolutely everything money can buy. But here’s what we do understand: The incredible pressure that comes with trying to fit too many things into too few hours, and the feeling that we wish we could be multiple places at once.

Something else we can relate to? Beyoncé’s feelings about her body and its evolution over the years. “If someone told me 15 years ago that my body would go through so many changes and fluctuations, and that I would feel more womanly and secure with my curves, I would not have believed them,” she says. “But children and maturity have taught me to value myself beyond my physical appearance and really understand that I am more than enough no matter what stage I’m at in life.”

Amen to that, Mama!

And most relatable of all is this answer she provided. When a fan asked, “With all the hats you wear (chairwoman, global entertainer) and all the titles we give you (Queen, Yoncé), which brings you the greatest joy?” via email, here’s what Queen B had to say: “Being Blue, Rumi, and Sir’s mom.”

We feel this so hard. And it’s so gratifying to see that even Beyoncé—with all the massive, unprecedented things she’s accomplished—knows that when it comes right down to it, nothing compares to being a mama.