As a new mom, Eva Longoria is navigating the joys and challenges of parenthood with her adorable son, Santiago. The star of Grand Hotel, who welcomed her baby boy in June 2018, recently shared her thoughts on the importance of instilling values like respect and equality in her child. Eva is determined to raise a well-rounded son who understands the value of treating women with kindness and admiration.
Teaching Her Son to Value Women
In a heartfelt interview with Parents magazine, the 44-year-old beauty revealed the pressure she feels to raise a compassionate and respectful man in today's world. "I truly believe there's more responsibility now than ever before to raise a good man," Eva confessed. "It's crucial that Santiago understands equality and feminism, not just as concepts, but as part of his daily life." Eva is intentional about surrounding her son with strong, independent women who serve as role models. "It's not about lecturing him," she explained. "It's about showing him through actions and experiences." By integrating these values into Santiago's everyday life, Eva hopes to nurture a deep understanding of respect and equality.
Integrating Work and Family Life
Eva is all about quality time with her son, and she loves incorporating Santiago into her work life. Whether it's bringing him to set or ensuring he's surrounded by a positive environment, Eva makes it a priority to blend her professional and personal worlds seamlessly. Sharing Santiago with her husband, José Bastón, Eva explained how she takes her little one on set for her new ABC series, where she's proud to have a predominantly female production crew. "It's important for him to see women thriving in every role," she said with a smile.
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Since becoming a mother, Eva's commitment to equality and feminism has only intensified. As one of the founders of the Time's Up movement and a vocal advocate for women's rights, she's passionate about creating a more inclusive Hollywood. In her candid conversation with Parents, Eva discussed the challenges faced by mothers in the entertainment industry. "There needs to be a shift in how Hollywood views motherhood," she emphasized. "Too often, women are typecast or expected to conform to certain standards after becoming moms, which isn't fair or realistic."
Balancing Motherhood and Career
Unlike many new moms, Eva didn't take much time off before returning to her career after Santiago's birth. In fact, she was back in the director's chair just six weeks after welcoming her baby. "Returning to work was tough," she admitted. "Balancing breastfeeding with the demands of my job was challenging, especially with the timing of pumping and feedings." Despite these hurdles, Eva remained determined. "You just find a way to make it work," she shared. "It's not always easy, but it's worth it."
Santiago is truly fortunate to have such a resilient, inspiring, and loving mother guiding him through life
