Bridget Moynahan Feared Single Motherhood
Bridget Moynahan was originally afraid to be a single mother. She had these expectations about how her life would play out and marriage was always in the equation. It took some getting used to, but now Bridget is so thrilled about her life with John, that she doesn't care about not having you know who by her side.
"I’m not sure anyone - and I could be wrong in this - grows up thinking, I want to be a single mom. When you’re suddenly pregnant and no one is standing by your side, even if you’re in your 30s, it’s a hard conversation. I’m a traditional girl, and I believe in marriage, and I just always thought that’s the way I’d be doing this.
"For a moment, it was hard for me to accept that this was the way I was going to have a family. All of a sudden, you have this newborn you have no training for. It’s frightening."
"It’s golden and it’s tough and it was f**ked up. But now I have a child, and it’s the best thing in the world."
Photos by Bauer Griffin
745 points
This was such a great article - I really feel for her. I can't imagine how hard that must have been for her in the beginning. One second she is in the middle of a hard breakup and then the next second she is pregnant. And all of this going on with the whole world watching. I'm glad she finally spoke up and shared this, she is a great role model and inspiration to other single moms!
I'm not certain how her break up with Tom Brady went down but I always felt he did her wrong for some reason.
6735 points
I think the kid is going to look like his dad. I wouldn't want to deal with all that in the public eye. Altho since they were not married I don't think he had any obligation to stay with her, his only obligation is to the kid. He obviously didn't want to be with her anymore. I know I wouldn't want to be with someone who didn't want me. I'd say good ridance, baby or no baby especially being her age and income. Hopefully she can find someone who does love her and will stick around if that is what she wants. I will admit I love Tom and Giselle together. Together they are striking. With other people probably not so much.
My take on all this is that Tom Brady is a COMPLETE loser--so glad his team LOST to a GOOD GUY QB...ANd, that Bridget M. came out of it smelling like a rose and making the MOST out of an unpleasant scenario: UNWED MOTHERHOOD! I know that would NOT be my ideal way to go, either :(
Yes! Bridget is a woman with confidence, class, and beauty----wish Hollywood would focus on women like her instead of XTINA and Britney.....Love her big time
Let face it, it's not like she's struggling financially. I'm sure she got enough money to support herself and her son so she doesn't have to work ever again. I'm sure she's getting a tons of money of child support from Tom. So don't feel too sorry for her. She should consider herself lucky.
I guess we all know what your intentions would be if you were to bag a rich guy?...get pregnant soon...KATCHING!!
5590 points
It's not always about money...
Passerby: What does money have to do with being emotionally secure for single motherhood? Consider herself lucky? Do you have children? Obviously not. Bridget came out on top in this situation and I'm not referring to the financial part. She has handle it with dignity and maturity.
To passerby @ 10:04 you are a fool...for obvious reasons. On another note, why do everyone always thinks that is the man who broke it off with the woman? Is it because Tom is this handsome, rich football player? maybe it was bridget who broke it off with him..have you guys ever thought about that?
ok so this why there are $hit loads of contracepts available now-a-days for both males and females. If your dream is to be married with kids, a dog and cat then lock up shop until your ready for kids.
There are too many forms of birth control out there for these ppl to being having "oops pregnancies". If she was on the pill or the patch or merena (LOL), the shot!!! or whatever then she wouldnt be a single parent. We really need to evalute the ppl we allow in between our legs. Sorry im being harsh but there are some things we can control in life - pregnancy is one of them. And yes Tom should've been responsible and wrap it up but it was also her responsibility to make sure it was on.
im not ready for kids my any means so that means either I not having sex at all or protecting myself with both condoms and birth control.
300 points
Why is the woman always the one responsible when an unplanned pregnancy occurs? I hate to break this to you but you can take birth control (on time, each day, without fail) and still get pregnant. I imagine at the time they were being intimate with one another she assumed they were in it for the long haul. So it's understandable she expected he would be around if a child came out of their relationship.
To Passerby,
Why are you sure she's getting "tons of money in child support from Tom"?
It's possible she hasn't asked for anything since she's got her own money from modelling and acting. Don't forget she's been working since high school. Or they just split everything related to the kid 50-50.
Even if he is paying something, child support is usually around $10,000 / month or $120,000 / year. It's not a ton of money. If he's paying more than $150,000 a year toward the kid's expenses, I'd be surprised.
To yea...soo,
Accidental / unplanned pregancies happen all the time, even when women are using contraception. The Boston Globe just had an article on how 33% of all pregancies are accidental.
905 points
I wonder why it really ended....
I feel bad for her - but I think she's handled herself pretty well throught his.
And I can't help it - I love the Patriots, and Giselle seems happy and vice versa... sometimes relationships just don't work and sometimes they do, it's unfortunate that a child was involved when it went down, but luckily the child will be provided for in all capacities!
:)
315 points
She has been incredibly classy throughout this whole ordeal. Best of luck to her. I also have to say I love her laid back style! :)
Im pretty sure accidental pregnancies happen all the time. However its really rare that happens where using both condoms and bc (correctly).
Regardless how they came about, children are blessings and should be treated as such. Not in Bridget's case, however, in other cases accidental pregnancies can make the child's childhood hell.
P.S abstinence until your ready for the responsibilities that come along with sex is another idea.
she sounds like a complaining brat. waaaah.
the photo of gisele posted above is totally smoking btw...
Um, "yea...soo" - you sound like a complete moron. The only form of birth control that is 100% effective is abstinence. Most people in a committed, long-term relationship aren't doubling up on contraceptives, dear. Get a clue.
"yea...soo" is a complete moron and a whore. She doesn't have kids because everytime she gets pregnant she has an abortion. That's her form of birth control. She is a loose woman, not to mention a loose cannon...she's nuts man a total wack job. You should see the other cmments she has made before...a total nut job this one is. I think is all those abortions she has had, all the expired blood is stuck in her ovaries.
4830 points
I really like that she's being honest about her feelings but on the other hand birth control, of many types, is readily available and even if there is an accidental or an unplanned pregnancy if you are not ready there are still alternative options. Not everyone would be comfortable with it but if you were poor and knew that you couldn't raise a child alone it is really important to have your options open to you, legally. It's great that she chose to raise her child and conquered her fears as a single parent. ~CP
ummm ok, I may be a moron but since I am doubling up on contraceptives I wont be having a "oops baby" any time soon.
Im a moron but its seems like some of you cant express your opinions without calling other names. I guess. Everyone is entitled to their own opinions. Seems like mine hit you really hard. Didnt mean to offend I was just expressing my thoughts just like everyone else.
Have a great day and remember to wrap it up! :)
The timing of her 'surprise' pregnancy was suspicious.....
Uh Brigette, if you are such a traditional girl who always wanted be MARRIED - then you don't give away the milk for free. Sorry, but some things never change no matter what year it is.
I'm glad she's happy with her decision. It's all that matters now.
I agree -- she's not a traditional woman. Traditional is, is what traditional does. Based on what she did, she's not traditional. And that's okay.
Um, "realitycheck", I hope you're a virgin then. Otherwise keep your antiquated comments to yourself. Having an intimate relationship with the man you are in a (supposedly) commited relationship with, living together and building a life doesn't make you a wh*re. You would be hard-pressed to find anyone under the age of 60 who agrees with your judgemental opinion.
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