Emily Ratajkowski’s Little Life Lesson: Trust, Let Go, and a Few Giggly Moments
When Emily Ratajkowski and her husband, Sebastian Bear‑McClard, welcomed baby Sylvester, the 30‑year‑old model shared that motherhood was a masterclass in trusting your own body—an insight she hadn’t had before. In a candid interview with Vice, she described how the pregnancy journey helped her learn to let go of the urge to control, and why that was a win for both her and her son.
Pregnancy: The Strange but Beautiful “Growth Circuit”
Emily called the early months “really strange.” Think waking up to a life‑changing surprise (no Wi‑Fi required) where you’re not sure if the little one inside is safe, or if you’re safe—until you realize it’s all part of the big, beautiful process.
She joked:
“It was this really strange experience to wake up every day and be like, ‘Okay, my body is growing, there’s all these things happening and there’s no way to know exactly if it’s doing exactly what it should be doing, if my son is totally safe, if I’m totally safe.’”
When the brain decides to organize itself around a tiny human, you’ve got to decide whether to keep pushing or to let your body lead. And guess what? The more trust you put in it, the smoother the ride.
Three “Give It Your Trust” Tips Emily Shares
- Let Go of Control: Throw the “I told you so” out the window. Instead, say, “Hey baby, I know you’re cool.”
- Relax, Don’t Restrict: Instead of wrestling with every movement—especially during labor—you can let stress slip off your shoulders and help create a better birth experience.
- Embrace the Uncertainty: Recognize that no one can predict every tiny detail, but that uncertainty is part of the adventurous part of having a baby.
Body Connection: More Than a Daily Habit
Emily said she tries to stay in touch with her body—though, admittedly, she can’t always keep up with the “mind‑body” routine. The lesson she’s learned? Near the moment you start feeling detached, practice a quick check‑in and give yourself that “body awareness” boost.
The Truth Behind “My Body” — The Essay Collection
After being a mum, Emily felt her book, My Body, resonated in a whole new way. She shared:
“It’s felt really amazing to connect to so many women—young women in particular— and it’s also felt like, ‘Wow, I really put a lot of myself out there into the world.’ Overall, I’d say it feels really good to have made something that feels truly honest, and I’m enjoying that part of it.”
In a nutshell: trust your body, let go of controlling the uncontrollable, and stick around for the constant body‑mind belly laughs that make life a lot more interesting—especially when you’re rocking a tiny, wriggling new adventure.
