Millie Bobby Brown Talks About Her Desire to Become a Mother
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Millie Bobby Brown, best known for her role in “Stranger Things,” has always been vocal about her dream of becoming a mother. While the recent news of her welcoming her first baby through adoption with husband Jake Bongiovi may have surprised some, Brown has consistently expressed her desire to expand her family over the years.
The 21-year-old actress, who exchanged vows with Bongiovi in May 2024, initially mentioned her thoughts on adding a little one to their family back in February. In an interview with Vanity Fair for the March 2025 cover story, Brown revealed that she and her husband were aligned on significant aspects, including their family plans.
During an appearance on the Smartless podcast, Brown opened up about her aspiration to embrace motherhood in the future. Reflecting on her own family background, she shared that her parents became parents at a young age, and that desire to nurture children has been intrinsic to her since childhood.
Coming from large families themselves, with four siblings each, Brown and Bongiovi envisioned continuing this tradition by starting a family of their own. The actress emphasised that for her, the method of bringing a child into their lives, whether by adoption or biological means, holds equal significance.
Brown highlighted the importance of creating a loving and inclusive home environment for their future family. She stressed that their door is always open, and they aim to cultivate an atmosphere where everyone feels welcomed and comfortable.
In another interview on the Call Her Daddy podcast, Brown touched upon her unique idea for embracing motherhood – wanting to shave her head for her first baby. The symbolic act represents a sense of liberation and a fresh start as she embarks on the journey of parenthood.
As Brown and Bongiovi look forward to the future, they are aligned in their vision of building a close-knit and loving family. Brown’s candid discussions about her desire to become a mother reflect her deep-rooted values of love, inclusivity, and nurturing.
The “Stranger Things” star’s journey into motherhood through adoption sheds light on different paths to forming a family and underscores the importance of creating a supportive and welcoming home for children. With her openness and honesty, Brown continues to inspire fans with her aspirations and values surrounding motherhood.