You Won’t BELIEVE How Motherhood Changed Jennifer Lawrence! (It’s Not What You Think!)

By Gavin Boyle

During her promotional tour at the Cannes Film Festival for her latest film, Jennifer Lawrence opened up about how motherhood has profoundly impacted her life and emotions.

“Having children changes everything fundamentally. It transforms your entire existence. It’s both incredibly challenging and unbelievably rewarding,” Lawrence said, reflecting on how becoming a parent has reshaped her outlook. “My children influence every decision I make – from whether I work, to where I work, and when I work… They’ve taught me… I didn’t realize I was capable of feeling so deeply. Considering that my profession revolves around emotion, they’ve truly broadened my horizons.”

“It’s like being perpetually sensitive, like having a blister,” she elaborated. “So, they’ve undoubtedly changed my life for the better, and they’ve also impacted me creatively.”

Lawrence and her husband, Cooke Maroney, are parents to two children. They married in 2019 and welcomed their first son, Cy, in 2022. Their second child arrived earlier this year, although they haven’t yet revealed the baby’s name or gender.

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“Jen is thriving. Navigating the newborn phase while also caring for a toddler can be overwhelming, but Jen maintains such a positive attitude. She was destined to be a mom,” a source close to Lawrence told PEOPLE shortly after the birth. “She’s composed and adaptable. Cooke is also a wonderful father. They’re adept at balancing everything.”

Lawrence’s experiences as a parent proved helpful in her latest project, DIE MY LOVE, where she portrays a new mother.

“As a mother myself, it was challenging to separate my own experiences from what my character would do,” she said. “It was deeply heartbreaking… I had recently given birth to my first child, and there’s nothing quite like the postpartum experience. It can be incredibly isolating. She lacks a support system and a community. But the reality is that intense anxiety and depression can be isolating, regardless of your circumstances. You feel like an outsider.”

Jennifer Lawrence is among numerous celebrities whose lives have undergone significant transformations after becoming parents. While some actors opt for fewer roles or step away from the entertainment industry entirely to prioritize raising their children, others draw inspiration from their kids. As Lawrence navigates the balance between motherhood and her acting career, it’s heartening to witness her openness and hear about the profound impact her children have on her life.

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