Halle Bailey Opens Up About Separation Anxiety While Leaving Son for Work
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Halle Bailey, known for her starring role in The Little Mermaid, has opened up about the emotional challenges of balancing work and motherhood. The 24-year-old actress recently took to her Snapchat to candidly share her feelings about leaving her 9-month-old son, Halo, behind while traveling for work.
“Flying tonight to be somewhere for one day but having crippling anxiety without my son,” Bailey wrote, sharing a photo of herself looking visibly worried. She reached out to fellow moms, asking, “Any advice for moms who still can’t handle when they have to leave for work?”
In a follow-up post, Bailey showed a glass of champagne and humorously captioned it, “Maybe a little bubbly will help,” as she tried to manage her emotions, told People.
Bailey shares her son with her ex-partner, rapper DDG. The couple recently announced their split earlier in October, with DDG taking to Instagram to inform their supporters of the breakup. In his heartfelt post, he expressed gratitude for their time together and made it clear that despite their separation, they remain on good terms.
“After much reflection and heartfelt conversations, Halle and I have decided to go our separate ways,” DDG wrote. “The decision was not easy, but we believe it’s the best path forward for both of us. I cherish the time we’ve spent together and the love we shared.”
He continued to emphasize the strong bond they still maintain: “Despite the changes in our relationship, our love for each other remains deep and true. We are still best friends and adore each other.”
Bailey’s transparency about the challenges of being a working mom has resonated with her fans and followers, many of whom sympathize with the difficulties of balancing a high-profile career and the demands of motherhood. Her openness about her anxiety, particularly after the breakup, highlights the emotional weight of both co-parenting and her commitment to her work in the entertainment industry.
As she continues to juggle her career and personal life, Bailey’s story has sparked support and advice from fellow moms and fans who understand the complexities of navigating life as a new mother while pursuing professional success.
