Geri Halliwell on being a single mum, possibility of adopting

In the latest issue of Glamour UK, Geri Halliwell discussed raising daughter Bluebell Madonna, who turns 2 tomorrow, as a single parent. Although Geri did date Bluebell’s father Sacha Gervasi for a time, they split before their daughter’s birth. The 35-year-old Spice Girl explained that she has no issue with raising a child alone.

So many women today are single parents, I don’t feel different. I feelblessed to have her. I’m learning every day as a mother, my compassionhas expanded.

As a former anorexic, bulimic, and binge eater, Geri revealed that she is well-aware of the unrealistic expectations some women can have for their bodies, and is making a concerted effort to protect her daughter from the pressure and stress she herself felt.

I want to have a healthy body image for Bluebell I think it’s good to promote a healthy example, so whatever shape she is, she loves herself.

Click below for Geri’s thoughts on a sibling for Bluebell.

Geri confirmed that she would like to expand her family, and is looking into adoption as a possible way to provide Bluebell with a sibling.

I have a sister and would love to be able to give Bluebell that gift. Ifeel I have the capacity to love a child that’s not mine in blood.Before I had Bluebell, even a long time ago, I thought about[adoption]. I’m open to what life brings. I’m educating myself aboutadoption at the moment.

Source: Glamour UK via People, Female First; Photo by Splash News.

Thanks to CBB reader Christina.

Comments

Ok, I’ve gotta be honest here. Geri is not someone that should talk about body image. I know she had all of those eating disorders, and she is a good example of overcoming something that incredibly difficult, but she has put so much pressure on her own self, getting that envious washboard stomach after having a baby and then originally denying that she worked out to obtain it.

It’s great that she looks as wonderful as she does, and I am definitely jealous, but she is just adding to the stress that young girls/women already face. Certainly she must be aware of this.

So thank you Geri for being open about your own body issues, but your actions speak differently than your words.

- Tracy on May 13th, 2008

I feel so sorry for Bluebell’s dad, who appears to have been completely disregarded by geri as being important in her childs life.

Surely if she wants what is best for her child, she should let her know her father?? He seems like a good guy and wants to be involved but Geri just pretends he doesn’t exist.

How sad.

- kate on May 13th, 2008

I guess I don’t see the value of glamorizing being a single mom. The reality is that it’s very tough for women to have to do it alone without nannies etc.

- k on May 14th, 2008

A previous poster mentioned that she is “glamorizing” being a single mom…I am a single mom, and find it much easier to raise them alone, than to raise them with an abusive, controlling, husband. Even if your husband or boyfriend isn’t abusive, being in a relationship you are not happy in can really make parenting 10 times harder. It’s refreshing to read about a single parent who has a positive outlook. She really is an inspiration.

- J on May 14th, 2008

I also find it inspirational – being a single mother is not something to be looked at negatively. Comments such as “glamorizing” single motherhood are really frustrating for those of us who chosen to be single parents. Is co-parenting glamourous? I hate when people ask if I am single and then say “Oh, I’m sorry” when I answer yes. I’m not sorry – why should anyone else be? Very weird to me. I think it’s great that Geri does not view her single status as a negative and hope more people like she and Minnie and Angelina (before she was Brangelina speak out about the right of women to have children without first finding “Mr. Right.”

- brannon on May 14th, 2008

I realize it’s not PC but I do think children ideally should have a two parent household…however while I know that my viewpoint seems harsh to people it’s not meant to be. And of course if your husband is abusing you leaving is the right choice. Geez.
I guess if my husband was a loser parenting would be easier without him but I am fortunate that the person I am with is a gentle warm father and husband. It took me a while to find him but good men (and women) are still out there.

- k on May 14th, 2008

I completely understand that having two loving parents in a household is easier, but also, the divorce rate is at 50%… so in essence all the “happily” married couples have a 50 50 chance of divorcing and becoming “single” parents. My parents were “happily” married for 25 years when they divorced. I always get a good laugh out of people who act holier than thou because they are married and have a “good man” because their divorce rate is just as high as everyone else. My kids have an advantage though, since I divorced before they can remember, they don’t have a 50 percent chance of being drug through a nasty divorce, and as a child of divorce myself, I know how that can harm a child. I wish all of you who are “happily” married the best. I am with Geri, I am a single mom and happy. There is no reason not to be.

- j on May 14th, 2008

I am not holier than thou and my husband and I do not have a 50% chance of divorcing but I realize it’s easier for people to tell themselves that.
My parents have been happily married for 40 years, his parents for 45 years and my husband and myself for 6 years. True love still exists and can thrive..I live it and see it everyday and thank God that I am not cynical about it.

- k on May 15th, 2008

Good luck!! It is a long road to walk before you can say that my husband and I do not have a 50% chance of divorcing.

- P on May 21st, 2008