i’ve always thought of Kutcher as a one of the savvier folks in Hollywood…

Becky, I agree I never thought they’d last and honestly am still shocked!!

It’s wierd hearing him talk about “our girls” but it’s kind of nice that he takes on that role and that this family (and Bruce) can all come together to do what’s best for the girls. It’s got to be a little strange though for Rumer especially to think of Ashton as a daddy figure when technically he could be a boyfriend figure too!

I always wondered if they’d have kids. He’s so young and probably would love it and she’s probably at a point where she’s feeling like okay I’m done! So it should be interesting.

Statistically it is harder to get pregnant and carry a baby successfully to term in your forties and beyond, but certainly possible, especially with the help of modern fertility treatments. I wish them success with whatever path they choose to add to their family.

You know, when they got married I was there with everyone else thinking this won’t last, but they have really surprised and impressed me. What a great family! My sister and her family met them in Sun Valley and said they are so nice and down to earth. I think it is great that he is having them work and know what things cost. Too many celebrity children have had things handed to them all of their lives and don’t know what things cost and don’t appreciate what has been given to them. I think that is great and I agree with him that that is important!

Also, my sister was 43 and 45 when she had her children. It took her a long time to find “the one” and get married and they wanted children. Fortunately for her, she was still able to. Her pregnancies and deliveries were fine. Theyre are many women who cannot conceive at that age but there are still a percentage of woman who can, so I wouldn’t go so far as to say it’s impossible like some people have commented. I hope they do have a baby. Either naturally or adoption. They seem like great parents and would have lots of love to give.

Boy, Tanya, for someone who has conceived every possiblity of Ashton’s genetics down, you should really think about broadening your horizons. A woman of 46 is not “too old” to carry a child. Women who are much older than Demi have had healthy pregnacies and perfecly fine babies. While extra medical help may be needed to become pregnant, it’s been proven time and time again that it’s doable. Maybe you should read a little more newspaper, a little less tiger beat.

Hardcandy — I had to chuckle when you said your stepfather was 30 years older than you and you didn’t take his advice. I think you’re right about it possibly being hard to take him seriously.

Although my father… who is my biological father tries to give me advice all the time and I mostly ignore him.

I think regardless of the age of the parent or whether or not they’re step parents it’s actually pretty normal for teens to at least occasionally ignore the advice, especially when it’s equal to “stay away from them” *wink*

PS — I read on further where you said you listened to your father because he actually gave good advice. That’s awesome :O)

I understand what you ladies are saying about a step-parent being a good role model but I don’t think those girls or their boyfriends take Ashton seriously, Bruce yes, Ashton no. This is because all these kids know him from is “That 70s Show” and “Dude Where’s My Car” it is hard for kids to take people only 10 years older than them seriously as parent. Bruce probably has a bigger influence or his opinion holds more weight than Ashton’s. I think if the other parent has left or is not involved than it could but if the other parent is still involved the step parent is not seen as the top dog more like an aunt or uncle.
My step father is 30 years older than me and I didn’t take him seriously when he would start shelling out boy advice, and it was usually “stay away from them”. Then again my dad actually gave me advice instead of just saying “stay away from those nasty boys” which is probably why I took his advice to heart.

I am so tired of commenters on this site who say a woman is too old to have a baby as though they are experts on the matter…I realize the chances are less likely but believe it or not, many women have babies naturally in their 40′s. Everyone is different. And for all anyone knows they are talking about adoption or something else. I find these statements just as offensive and tiresome.

Tanya, my aunt had her last child and only girl aat age 46. So, it is possible, but not very easy.

I keep forgetting that Ashton is actually 30 now — but I have to think if I was 19 and had a 30 year old step-dad… I might be a little annoyed by him setting rules for me… especially since their actual father is still a major part of their lives.

If the girls are actually close to him and take his advice and his rules than that’s awesome!