Why Sofía Vergara didn’t think it was ‘right’ to have more children

Sofía Vergara reflects on motherhood, being a new mom, and why this chapter is over for her. Vergara was candid The beautiful question of the people on why she no longer wants children, a year after the Modern family alum and her ex-husband Joe Manganiello have officially filed for divorce. In the May 1 cover story, the Colombian actress — who gave birth to her only son Monolo when she was just 19 — told the publication she didn’t think he would be “just to bring a child into the world”.

Vergara, who previously shared that her differing opinions on starting a family together played a role in their split after seven years of marriage, was an open book when the interviewer broached the subject. When asked if she thought standing by her decision was “empowering and courageous,” the Griselda The star shared why she wasn’t on the same page as the Magic Mike actor.

“I was already a mother. I know what it means to be a good mother or to try to be the best mother possible, and it takes a lot of sacrifice, a lot of energy,” she told the publication, referring to her, today 32 years old son.

Although Vergara referenced scientific advances that allow women to have babies at older ages, she said the idea of ​​having children at menopause doesn’t appeal to her.

“Before, nature, for whatever reason, was telling your body that at 50 you’re in menopause, it’s time for you to get it over with. There’s a reason why nature does this,” she said, adding, “But it’s for me, and I totally respect that anyone wants to be a mom after 50.”

THE Hot pursuit The actress also said that she didn’t think her lifestyle was conducive to having more children.

“I didn’t think, because of my career, the way I live my life, the way my marriage went, that it was right to bring a child into the world, and that I wouldn’t be able to give myself 100 percent,” she said.

However, Vergara also shared how “gratifying” being a mom has been, saying, “It’s a unique experience.” It changes you, it’s very rewarding and it also gives you a lot of headaches.

The 51-year-old star also revealed that she sometimes wished her son was older, “more mature, more prepared to be a mother.” “But it’s funny because I kind of grew up with my son,” she said.

Now that Vergara is back on the market (and rumored to be dating Justin Saliman after she kicked the doctor hard on Instagram), she’s also become aware of the pitfalls of dating in the public eye, which, according to the actress, is “everything.”

“Because everything becomes so exaggerated,” she explained. “Sometimes not everything is interpreted in the right way. So life is already hard. Having relationships is difficult… But you get used to it. That comes with being famous, so you can’t complain too much.