Katherine Schwarzenegger's Pre-Wedding Secret: Step into Therapy Before Saying 'I Do'
EXCLUSIVE! Katherine Schwarzenegger Spills Juicy Secrets About Her Blended Family Life with Chris Pratt
In a shocking revelation, actress and author Katherine Schwarzenegger has spilled the tea on how she prepared for her new role as a stepmom before marrying Hollywood hunk Chris Pratt. The 35-year-old beauty appeared on the popular podcast Parenting & You with Dr. Shefali, where she dished out all the juicy details about stepping into her new shoes.
As fans know, Pratt was already a dad when he got engaged to Schwarzenegger - he shares his 12-year-old son Jack with ex Anna Faris. But before saying "I do" in 2019, Katherine took a bold step by seeking help from a professional to coach her on how to become an amazing stepmom.
"When we got engaged, I knew that becoming a stepmom was a big responsibility," Schwarzenegger revealed on the podcast. "So, I sought out a step-parenting therapist to help me prepare for this new role. And let me tell you, it's been incredibly helpful!"
The eldest child of journalist Maria Shriver and actor Arnold Schwarzenegger also opened up about co-parenting with her husband's ex, Anna Faris. "It takes a lot of work, but when everybody is willing to put in the effort, it works," she said.
But what really got our attention was Katherine's admission that she immediately sought out professional help after Pratt proposed - talk about being proactive! "Number one thing I say is get a step parenting therapist or step parenting coach, because I got that right when we got engaged," she emphasized.
As fans know, Chris Pratt has been celebrating his 46th birthday in June by pontificating on being four years away from turning 50 - and Katherine is clearly feeling the love. "I feel blessed that we're able to handle our situation well," she gushed.
So, what's it like being a part of this blended family? Pratt has been raving about his kids, saying that his son Jack is a "great big brother" to his half-siblings, Lyla Maria and Eloise Christina. And let's not forget their youngest addition, baby Ford Fitzgerald!
When their daughters were still toddlers, Chris gushed about how Jack is gentle and sweet with them - we can't help but adore this blended family! As Katherine said, "It takes a lot of work, but when everybody is willing to put in the effort, it works."
TheScholarlyNote.com has learned that Pratt's ex, Anna Faris, has been keeping a low profile since their divorce in 2017. We can't help but wonder what she thinks about Katherine's shocking revelation - stay tuned for more updates!
In related news, Chris Pratt celebrated his 46th birthday by talking about getting older and reflecting on his life. As we previously reported, he opened up about feeling four years away from turning 50 - talk about a midlife crisis! What do you think about this blended family's journey? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below!
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