Felicity Jones Details Holiday Stress With Her & Charles Guard’s Kids

Felicity Jones is embracing the Christmas chaos.

As a bit of a holiday pro, I’m always curious how other families do things! I recently chatted with the lovely Felicity Jones, and she shared that she and her husband, Charles Guard, are keeping their holiday traditions pretty consistent this year. They’re parents to a sweet five-year-old son and a three-year-old daughter – they’ve chosen to keep their little ones’ names private, which I totally respect – and they’re looking forward to a cozy, familiar celebration.

I was so glad to hear her say this in her recent interview with TopMob News at the premiere of Oh. What. Fun.! She basically confirmed it’ll be just like every other year. She explained that, like clockwork, everyone always gets so anxious about the same things – whether the food will burn or if it’ll be warm enough. It’s comforting to know some things never change!

Felicity, 42, pointed out that striving for perfection is a big part of what makes the holiday season special. She explained, “That’s really what brings joy to the day.”

Michelle Pfeiffer stars in a new Christmas movie coming to Prime Video on December 3rd. The film centers around a loving mother who disappears, threatening to ruin her family’s carefully planned holiday celebration.

The film really focuses on the unseen work people do around the house, like staying up late to wrap gifts. It’s a plea for better teamwork, so one person isn’t left doing everything and burning themselves out.

Felicity and Charles, who got married in 2018, are still very focused on raising their young children. While the actor known for Theory of Everything has mentioned needing to relax sometimes, they continue to prioritize their family.

With two young children keeping her busy at home, she shared with People magazine in December 2024 that she cherishes any chance to go out. But more often than not, she’s in bed by 9:00 PM to get enough rest before waking up at 4:30 AM the next day.

Lots of famous mothers have shared what it’s like to raise their kids. Keep reading to learn more about their experiences as moms.

Khloe Kardashian best expresses her feelings about motherhood through the loving messages she regularly posts about her daughter, True.

The Keeping Up With the Kardashians star posted on Instagram, expressing her gratitude for being a mother. She wrote, “I’m so thankful I got to be your mommy, and I’ll never take that for granted! I love you, Tutu, forever!”

Kim Kardashian is the proud mama to four kids who she values above all else.

She wrote on her website about the deep and unwavering love she has for her children, promising to always be there for them no matter what path they choose. She also explained that becoming a mother herself has helped her appreciate the strong connection she shared with her own parents growing up.

Parenting has its challenges, but my children consistently teach me valuable lessons. Being a mom is the most fulfilling and important role in my life.

The billionaire talked to Kim about how often she thinks of her daughter, Stormi.

Kylie explained to Kim that thinking about the future has become more important to her since becoming a mother. Whenever she leaves her child and feels anxious, she reminds herself she’s doing it to provide a better life. She also shared that, despite hearing motherhood changes people, she feels fundamentally the same, but improved.

A mother of three recently told Parents magazine about how her perspective on parenting changed when she was expecting her second child.

Kourtney says being a mother is the best thing that’s ever happened to her. It’s completely changed her perspective and she can’t imagine wanting to spend her time doing anything else. She believes motherhood is the true meaning of life and hopes others will focus on what really matters, letting go of the need for everything to be perfect.

Kristin Cavallari recently shared what it’s like being a mom to her three children in an interview with Modeliste Magazine, as reported by People.

Kristin Cavallari explained that she’s experiencing a lot more happiness and fulfillment. She said she’s discovered who she truly is and feels a strong sense of purpose, especially as a mother to her three children, who have brought immense joy to her life.

Shay Mitchell gave a candid interview to Vogue on the stresses and expectations of being a mom.

She confessed she was feeling very stressed and anxious. She’d been warned by friends that she would likely question her decisions and feel bad about leaving her child.

The mother of Atlas is starting to feel more confident as a parent. She explains that taking even a little time for herself helps her feel prepared, reminding herself that she can handle the challenges because many others have been through the same thing. She essentially says, ‘I can do this, others have too.’

Duff recently shared with TopMob News that she doesn’t always manage to juggle everything perfectly, but she always tries her best. She admitted that some months are more hectic than others. As a mother, her son Luca always comes first, and she bases all her decisions on whether she can still give him the attention and care he needs.

With two children, Hilary Duff is definitely busy, but she seems to be handling everything like a pro!

The incredibly talented singer inspires many people, and it’s wonderful to learn she also prioritizes inspiring her own children.

She explained that she’d finally understood her purpose in life, and what was most important to her was teaching her child through her own actions, not just through words.

Anne Hathaway revealed she received excellent parenting advice from Prince Harry and Meghan Markle!

She explained to The Sunday Times that parents who kneel to be at eye level with their children help them feel more confident. She found this technique particularly effective and began using it with her son, Jonathan.

The actress from The Mindy Project is a mom, and she also shared a touching thought about her own mother.

Kaling explained that while she often calls her mother her role model, that doesn’t fully capture their relationship. She simply described her mother as ‘the love of my life.’

Vanessa shared that they often discussed what it would have been like to raise a daughter, and the lessons they would have wanted to impart – things like becoming a strong, confident, and independent woman, and always knowing she was loved.

Although Mila Kunis often portrays a rebellious character in films, she’s actually a wonderful mother to her two children, and she says they’ve completely transformed her perspective on life.

I really shifted my priorities, to be honest,” the actress explained while promoting her film Bad Moms. “I spent my twenties focused on myself – and that’s okay, I don’t regret it. But having a child made me want to be a much more giving person.

As a lifestyle expert, I’ve always admired how Megan Fox approaches motherhood. She shares three sons – Noah, Bodhi, and Journey – with her ex-husband, Brian Austin Green, and a daughter named Saga with ex-fiancé Machine Gun Kelly. What I love is her relaxed and loving style – it’s clear she prioritizes creating a warm and supportive environment for her kids.

She explained to Harper’s Bazaar Arabia that she prefers to raise her children through love and understanding, rather than discipline or harsh language. She describes herself as a ‘free-spirited’ mother who believes love is enough.

Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds are admired for their strong relationship and their playful approach to raising their four children, embracing all the joys and challenges of parenthood.

Becoming a mom isn’t always glamorous – there’s definitely been some mess! – but it’s incredibly rewarding,” the mother told NW Magazine in 2016. “Even when things are hard and I’m tired, I feel really lucky.”

A mother of six, known for her work with groups like UNICEF and as a UN Goodwill Ambassador, is committed to teaching her children the importance of helping others.

She once shared that she and her family are focused on raising their children to be respectful of everyone, build friendships with people from all over the world, and feel connected to the larger global community. She believes this upbringing is crucial to their development and is something she deeply values.

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