If you've ever wondered what it's like to have kids who speak their minds, just ask Jenna Bush Hager. The beloved Today show cohost recently shared a candid moment with her youngest child, Hal, who has no problem expressing his honest thoughts—especially when it comes to his mom's appearance. Jenna, who's known for her warm and relatable presence, revealed that Hal's comments left her feeling a bit self-conscious, even in the privacy of her own home.
During a recent episode of Today With Hoda and Jenna, Jenna, 42, opened up about a humorous yet slightly embarrassing encounter with Hal. "Recently, while I'm getting ready—doing my makeup, hair, and outfit—Hal loves to pop in and make observations," she told cohost Hoda Kotb. "He says things like, 'Look at your nickels. I like your nickels.' But lately, he's taken it a step further. He said, 'Look at your big nickels.' I was mortified, even though it was just in my own bathroom!" Jenna shared with a laugh, highlighting the unpredictable nature of parenting.
Hoda, 59, couldn't resist teasing Jenna about the situation. "Do you care about walking around in your natural state with your kids around?" she asked, raising an eyebrow. Jenna quickly clarified, "No, I don’t. But not in a weird way. I’m just trying to get ready in the privacy of my own bathroom. And let’s be honest, I don’t have much time because I have to prepare Hal's food next." Despite her initial embarrassment, Jenna admitted that Hal's comments have started to influence her routine. "He walks in, points, and laughs at my 'nickels,' talking about their size. It’s enough to make me grab a robe, which only makes me hotter. He’s basically shaming me into skipping the whole getting-ready process!"
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Mom Life: Jenna's Honest Take on Parenting
For Jenna, parenting comes with its fair share of unexpected moments. Alongside Hal, she and her husband Henry Hager also have two other children, Mila, 11, and Poppy, who keep things lively at home. Mila, in particular, has a knack for making her mom laugh—or cringe—with her sharp observations. Jenna recounted another memorable story from earlier this year when she decided to take a casual stroll around the neighborhood in her pajamas. But this wasn't your average walk. Jenna brought along her gardening shears and even placed her cat in a stroller to join the fun.
As she strolled through the neighborhood, Jenna spotted a beautiful garden belonging to former neighbors. "I told Mila, 'These peonies need to be cut! If you don’t cut them, they won’t grow as beautifully next year,'" she explained. Before Mila could respond, Jenna was already strutting toward the garden with her scissors in hand. "I bent down with my booty high in the air, ready to clip those peonies. Suddenly, I heard someone say, 'Hi, Mila.' I turned around, scissors still in the air, realizing I was cutting the neighbor’s flowers while wearing short pajamas. I awkwardly waved and tried to play it cool."
When the neighbor asked Jenna which part was stranger—her pajamas or her flower-cutting antics—she replied, "Really, the cat in the stroller." Jenna couldn't help but laugh at the absurdity of the situation. Mila, however, had her own take on the moment. "Your gyat was up there in the air, and you were cutting the neighbor’s flowers!" she teased her mom, leaving Jenna laughing alongside her.
Life Lessons from Jenna Bush Hager
Through these lighthearted stories, Jenna reminds us that parenting is full of surprises, laughter, and occasional embarrassment. Whether it's her youngest son pointing out her "big nickels" or her daughter catching her in a moment of overconfidence, Jenna embraces each experience with grace and humor. Her ability to laugh at herself and share these moments with her audience is part of what makes her such a beloved figure on television.
As Jenna continues to navigate life as a mom, she proves that even the most unexpected moments can become cherished memories. Whether it's dealing with honest kids or taking a casual stroll in pajamas, Jenna reminds us that life's imperfections are what make it beautiful.
