Actress Halle Bailey spoke at the Essence Black Women in Hollywood Awards about her decision to keep her pregnancy and baby out of the public eye, emphasizing the importance of personal boundaries and privacy. She revealed her son's birth in a surprise announcement in January 2024 and has since kept details about her life as a new mom private. Bailey's comments were met with applause, and she was one of several honorees at the event, which also recognized Danielle Brooks, Kathryn Busby, and Nkechi Okoro Carroll.
A mother seeks advice on her husband's plan to take their kids on a two-month road trip, a woman struggles with her in-laws who moved nearby and her mother-in-law's constant lying, a new mom is frustrated with her critical and unhelpful mother, and a woman deals with her difficult mother-in-law who constantly complains about her.
A new mom of triplets faced criticism from her fiancé and in-laws after leaving her babies inside alone to take a breather outside, causing a rift in the family. Despite the backlash, she defended her actions as necessary for her mental well-being. After sharing her story online, her fiancé apologized and promised to be more involved in parenting, showing the importance of support and self-care for new parents.
Jena Sims, one of the winners of this year's Swim Search open casting call, is getting ready for her rookie feature in the 2024 SI Swimsuit Issue. The non-profit CEO and new mom revealed that she is eating clean but still indulging, and hasn't been on a diet since giving birth. Sims credited breastfeeding for helping her bounce back quickly after delivering her son. Despite not knowing the exact date of the photoshoot, Sims is sure to impress with her preparation and previous appearance on the SI Swimsuit Runway Show.
A new mom shared her positive postpartum experience on Reddit, which involved receiving practical and emotional support from her husband and his family. Her sister criticized her for not struggling like other mothers, calling her "not a real mother and wife." The new mom defended herself, stating that not struggling 24/7 doesn't make her any less of a mother. People on Reddit pointed out that the differences in their experiences highlight how American society fails mothers, and that the sister's anger is misplaced. The new mom's experience shows the benefits of tangible support for parents, while also highlighting the flaws in the way motherhood is structured in America.
Jessica Batten, known for her appearance on the reality show Love is Blind, has welcomed her first child, Dax, with husband Benjamin McGrath. The couple tied the knot in August 2022 and announced the pregnancy in January. Batten shared the news on social media with a series of photos, including her sleeping next to the bassinet and family photos with McGrath's older children and their dog. Batten is now working in tech startup and co-hosting the Unsettled Podcast.
Model Ireland Baldwin, daughter of actors Alec Baldwin and Kim Basinger, announced on social media that she and her boyfriend welcomed a baby girl named Holland. This makes Alec Baldwin a first-time grandpa.
Kristina Kelly, star of Vanderpump Rules, has welcomed her first child with boyfriend Max Ville. The reality star shared an adorable photo of her baby, River, on Instagram and expressed her excitement about becoming a mom. Kelly has always wanted to be a mother and is thrilled to start this new chapter in her life. Congratulations to the happy parents!
