Blake Lively on How Raising Four Children Has Changed Her Life

Blake Lively, the 36-year-old actress known for her roles in films like ‘Gossip Girl’ and ‘The Age of Adaline,’ has opened up about how motherhood has reshaped her life. With four children—daughters James (9), Inez (7), Betty (4), and son Olin (1)—Lively has found herself navigating the complexities of both her career and family life. In a candid interview with Vogue, she shared insights into how becoming a parent has influenced her decisions and priorities.

Since welcoming her children, Lively has become more discerning when it comes to choosing projects. “My life has become more intimate,” she revealed, noting that her family now takes precedence over everything else. This shift in focus is evident in her daily routine, where spending time with her children is clearly her main priority.

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During the interview, Lively’s maternal instincts were on full display as she tried to keep her lively bunch entertained. “Sitting around with them doing chicken dances while I have a very serious conversation with you is probably the most accurate portrait of me possible,” she joked, offering a glimpse into her life as a hands-on mum.

Colleen Hoover, author of the bestselling novel ‘It Ends with Us,’ which Lively stars in, praised the actress for her unwavering dedication to her family. Hoover commented on how Lively’s commitment to parenting shines through, even when she’s deep in conversation about her work. “As a mum, I just really fell in love with that part of her,” Hoover said.

Lively’s husband, Ryan Reynolds, shares her passion for parenting. In a recent interview with ‘E! News,’ he playfully mentioned his desire to expand their brood, saying he’d love to have as many little heartbeats as possible running around their home.