Actress Reese Witherspoon became a mother at 23, giving birth to her daughter Ava, then four years later she had a son Deacon, and in 2012 another son Tennessee. She successfully balances the role of a mother of three with a career in Hollywood. At the same time, Reese tries to create a happy and normal childhood for her children, not introducing them to the world of show business from an early age. In this article, we will explore the 7 parenting secrets that the actress follows. Honesty In one interview, the actress noted that her relationship with her children is built on honesty. They feel comfortable talking to me about anything. According to Reese, it is important not to sugarcoat reality and not to hide the truth. Many parents want to make their children's lives magical. But kids, you need to be disappointed from time to time, you need to feel discomfort. It's okay! She also shared a memory of when her daughter Ava cried because she didn't score any points at a basketball game. Reese said: “Ava, maybe you’re just not good at basketball?” She thought that sounded terrible. I said, “Is it really that bad? Your mom is not good at basketball either. Diversity Reese wants her children to try different professions, preferably outside of Hollywood. In one interview, she said: I have friends in various fields, so I try to surround my children with people who have incredible experiences in other industries. Here in Hollywood, we can be truly isolated from reality. Discipline Reese admitted that as her children have grown, her approach to parenting has changed. I’m probably quite strict about many things. When you have teenagers, and they feel more grown-up, you have a different relationship with them. She also noted that her Southern roots influence her parenting style. When I really get angry, I become a true Southerner. Try to make me angry, and I’ll say everything I think. And that will be a different Reese. Respect for Elders Reese teaches her children to show respect to adults. I grew up in Nashville, and my parents taught me to always respect my elders. We would say something like “Yes, ma’am” and “No, sir” to adults. But kids in Los Angeles don’t do that. We agreed that my children would call adults “Miss Shannon” or “Miss Heather,” because just using first names feels too familiar. Maybe I’m just old-fashioned. Control Over Personal Life Reese is very strict about who her daughter dates. Ava is a beautiful girl, and boys go crazy for her. But Reese always has a say when it comes to boys. She wants to meet the boy first and talk to him to make sure he’s the right choice. If her daughter wants to hide a romance, the truth eventually comes out because Reese has “spies everywhere,” according to the actress's acquaintances. Household Chores Reese constantly reminds her children about their household responsibilities. We have rules in our house. I always say that if you’re not yelling at your kids, you’re not spending enough time with them. “Clean up, clean up, put the dishes in the dishwasher, take the laundry, let’s do it right now.” This is constantly heard in our house. Value of Money The actress teaches her children to value money from an early age. In one interview, she explained that she gradually introduces them to the importance of financial decisions. I give each of the kids five dollars when we go to the farmer's market on weekends. They can buy something, save it, or spend part and save the rest. My son is just like me: the moment he gets money, he spends it on something tasty. And my daughter will walk around the market for half an hour weighing her options until she buys one thing that she really needs.