Kylie Kelce gets candid parenting advice from Kate Hudson: "Let Them Go"
Shreeaa Rathi | TIMESOFINDIA.COM | Apr 29, 2025, 22:13 IST
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In a heartwarming episode of her podcast, Kylie Kelce turned to Kate Hudson for parenting advice. Hudson, who juggles life as a mother of three, imparted valuable lessons on fostering independence in children. She recounted her own journey with her son Ryder, highlighting that overprotectiveness can create distance.
Parenting is a journey filled with unpredictable twists—and for Kylie Kelce, that path just got a little clearer thanks to advice from someone who’s walked it before. On a recent episode of her podcast Not Gonna Lie, the 33-year-old mom of four sat down with actress and fellow mom Kate Hudson to talk about parenting, perspective, and letting go.
Though Kelce’s daughters—Finnley, Bennett, Elliotte, and Wyatt—are still young, she’s already thinking ahead to their teenage years. That’s where Hudson, 46, stepped in with some heartfelt and hard-won wisdom. With three kids of her own—Ryder, 21, Bingham, 13, and Rani, 6—Hudson reflected on her experience as a young mother and the unexpected rewards that come with raising children who grow into thoughtful adults.
“Ryder’s 21 and I was a young mom with him, so we kind of grew up together,” Hudson shared. “There was a moment about a year and a half ago when he asked me, ‘You alright?’ Then he offered his perspective on something I was dealing with, just based on how busy my life was. That’s when I realized I raised this son to actually give back to me—he sees me now. It’s pretty awesome. So if you put the effort in, it does come back.”
Hudson went on to offer one powerful piece of advice to moms everywhere, especially those parenting teens and young adults: let go.
“The only other thing I would say to all moms is—let your kids go. Don’t hold on. Don’t expect anything of them,” she said. “When they start getting older, it’s like—no. You’ll never hold onto them. And the second you try too hard, they’ll run. I really believe that.”
Kelce, nodding in agreement, added, “Almost push back harder,” referencing the natural tug-of-war that can arise as kids seek independence.
Hudson agreed: “Let them go enjoy their life. Let them be for a bit. And what you realize is you might go a week or two and they’re not going to call you, but when they do and they need you…”
“You’re still Mom,” said Kelce.
“Yeah, and it’s okay,” Hudson responded with a warm smile.
Their candid exchange wasn’t just about advice—it was a powerful reminder that parenting isn’t about holding on, but about preparing to let go. And in those moments when children return, even briefly, the effort and love parents pour in are reflected right back.
Would you like a visual quote card from their conversation for social media?
Though Kelce’s daughters—Finnley, Bennett, Elliotte, and Wyatt—are still young, she’s already thinking ahead to their teenage years. That’s where Hudson, 46, stepped in with some heartfelt and hard-won wisdom. With three kids of her own—Ryder, 21, Bingham, 13, and Rani, 6—Hudson reflected on her experience as a young mother and the unexpected rewards that come with raising children who grow into thoughtful adults.
“Ryder’s 21 and I was a young mom with him, so we kind of grew up together,” Hudson shared. “There was a moment about a year and a half ago when he asked me, ‘You alright?’ Then he offered his perspective on something I was dealing with, just based on how busy my life was. That’s when I realized I raised this son to actually give back to me—he sees me now. It’s pretty awesome. So if you put the effort in, it does come back.”
Hudson went on to offer one powerful piece of advice to moms everywhere, especially those parenting teens and young adults: let go.
“The only other thing I would say to all moms is—let your kids go. Don’t hold on. Don’t expect anything of them,” she said. “When they start getting older, it’s like—no. You’ll never hold onto them. And the second you try too hard, they’ll run. I really believe that.”
Kelce, nodding in agreement, added, “Almost push back harder,” referencing the natural tug-of-war that can arise as kids seek independence.
Hudson agreed: “Let them go enjoy their life. Let them be for a bit. And what you realize is you might go a week or two and they’re not going to call you, but when they do and they need you…”
“You’re still Mom,” said Kelce.
“Yeah, and it’s okay,” Hudson responded with a warm smile.
Their candid exchange wasn’t just about advice—it was a powerful reminder that parenting isn’t about holding on, but about preparing to let go. And in those moments when children return, even briefly, the effort and love parents pour in are reflected right back.
Would you like a visual quote card from their conversation for social media?