L.A.’s Finest stars Jessica Alba and Gabrielle Union are opening up about what it's really like being moms in quarantine. These talented actresses, beloved by fans everywhere, are sharing their hilarious struggles with finding peace and quiet while keeping their kids entertained during the coronavirus pandemic. It’s a reality that many parents can relate to, and their stories are both relatable and heartwarming.
Quarantine Life: No Solitude for Jessica Alba
When Jessica Alba, 39, was asked if she ever manages to snatch a moment of solitude while quarantining with her three kids—Honor, 11, Haven, 8, and Hayes, 2—she didn’t mince words. Speaking to ET on Saturday, May 16, she joked, “I can’t escape them. They find me everywhere—in bathrooms, bathtubs, even in corners. I’ve tried to hide, but they always catch me. Honestly, there’s no such thing as ‘me time’ right now.” It’s clear that Jessica’s days are filled with nonstop energy, but she’s handling it all with grace and humor.
Gabrielle Union's Sneaky Bathroom Tricks
Gabrielle Union, the stunning 47-year-old actress, has her own tricks for finding a little alone time. She shared with a wink, “For me, it’s all about the bathroom. Thank goodness my kids respect the toilet. I’ll go in there and no one will ask follow-up questions about it. Sometimes, I’ll stretch it out for 20, 30, even 45 minutes.” Gabrielle isn’t shy about using her bathroom breaks to unwind. “I’ll play some Words with Friends or scroll through social media mindlessly. It’s just a little moment for me to breathe,” she joked. Her strategy might sound familiar to many parents out there.
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Family Fun and Social Media Challenges
When they’re not dodging parenting duties, Jessica and Gabrielle have been diving into some fun social media challenges. Gabrielle, who shares a 17-month-old daughter Kaavia with husband Dwyane Wade, recently posted a video of Kaavia doing the #FruitSnackChallenge. In the clip, Kaavia can be seen getting off the couch after Gabrielle places a bowl of crackers on the living room table. The point of the challenge is for parents to see if their child can resist eating the snack until they return. Gabrielle wasn’t surprised her little one didn’t wait long. “It was more about how long she could hold out,” she joked. “She loves to eat anything, but she’d never had a fruit snack before, so we had to switch it up with her Bitsy’s. She’s a pure comedy act!”
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Meanwhile, Jessica has embraced TikTok with her daughters’ encouragement. Thanks to Honor and Haven, the Honest founder has been uploading tons of videos dancing with her kids. “They pushed me onto TikTok,” she admitted, “but afterward, they told me I was kind of cringy. I was like, ‘Why would you let me be cringy?’” Her humor and vulnerability have made her a hit on the platform.
Grateful for Family Time
Despite the hectic schedules, both Jessica and Gabrielle feel incredibly grateful for this unexpected time with their families. Jessica even celebrated her 39th birthday at home with her loved ones. “Time feels fleeting and in slow-motion at the same time,” she reflected. “Life feels fragile, but the small moments are what stick with us. My family—Cash, Honor, Haven, and Hayes—has opened my heart to so much love and blessings. I never knew this kind of unconditional love was possible.”
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You’re doing great, Jessica and Gabrielle. Keep shining!
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