Overview

• The “Stiletto Challenge” trend replicates Nicki Minaj’s iconic crouching pose from her “High School” video on TikTok and Instagram.
• Barutkina attempted the stunt eight weeks after giving birth by balancing on a jar of baby food stacked on an overturned saucepan in stilettos on her kitchen counter.
• She fell backwards off the countertop and was diagnosed with an uncomplicated compression flexion fracture in her spine.
• Medical providers have prescribed a three-month corset regimen to support her recovery and prevent further injury.
• Barutkina has reassured followers that her newborn is with two nannies during her convalescence and has thanked supporters for their concern.