As we all know, being a parent is not the simplest job in the world. To help other parents raise their kids even after a divorce, Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck have chosen to offer some of their parenting advice.
They were regarded as one of Hollywood’s most well-known couples. Because of this, some people were surprised when they announced their divorce in 2018, but many could see it coming.
There were a lot of factors that made them go with such a big decision. In their almost ten years of marriage, the couple has been through many ups and downs that people may not have known about. Some reports say it was all because of Affleck’s extreme alcohol addiction.
Despite what happened, the couple has been known to be good co-parents to their three children, Violet Anne, Seraphina Rose, and Samuel.
Violet Anne Affleck, The Eldest
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Born in 2005, Violet is the eldest daughter of the ex-couple. Being the eldest child of the actors has made Violet the main target of many media outlets for years. Growing up, she has been the topic of many headlines. However, she wasn’t the type of teen that likes sharing so much on social media.
That’s why she shocked everyone during her 17th birthday last 2023 when she made a rare public appearance with Garner at a State dinner hosted by President Joe Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden.
She is also known to be a momma’s girl who will always be by her mom’s side at all times. She loves outdoor activities like hiking and kayaking. There was even one report when she and her mom got lost during their kayaking activity.
In an interview, Garner shared that she and her eldest daughter had paddled for hours before they reached a shipping lane. Fortunately, they were able to be rescued on time, or things might have gone worse.
Seraphina Rose Elizabeth Affleck, Second Child
Born in 2009, Seraphina is the second child of the famous actors. Although she was only six years old when her parents divorced, Seraphina has maintained a strong relationship with her parents. She is spotted spending much of her time with both Affleck and Garner.
She is also known to be a sports enthusiast who loves playing soccer and karate. Just like her older sister, she loves engaging in active recreational activities to make good use of her time. Other than that, she is also a ballerina dancer.
People have been speculating that Seraphina might actually follow in her parent’s footsteps, but things are not confirmed yet.
Samuel Affleck, Third Child
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Last but not least, Samuel Affleck, who is the youngest of the family. Like his older siblings, Samuel has maintained a discreet personal life.
Since he is still young, Garner has ensured that their youngest wouldn’t get that much media attention that would affect him in the long run.
Samuel did make a very rare appearance during the NBA games in 2023. Samuel is known to love sports like his sisters and father. He specifically showed his love for baseball, just like his dad, a Boston Red Sox fan.
Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck’s Parenting Style
As public figures, the ex-couple have both spoken publicly about their approach to parenting. They both emphasize the importance of love, patience, and communication in raising good kids. Now that they have already separated, they still ensure they give their best in raising their kids in every way possible.
In an interview, Garner shared how properly communicating with her kids is probably one of the most important things parents can do. Considering they are celebs subjected to media attention 24/7, the actress sees to it that she knows how to handle the negative press attention surrounding her family.
She can do so by openly communicating with her kids, saying that whenever they feel something is off, they can just leave it to Mom and Dad. That way, they can talk them through whatever it is so that they can process all the scary feelings that come up together.
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On the other hand, Affleck also stated in an interview how worried he is about how his children will process his ‘negative’ image as the media shows it. He does say that he can’t do much about it.
That’s why he tries his best not to pay much attention to what the media says and just focus on being a good parent to his kids. Since he knows he’ll probably regret it one day when things are not the same anymore.
As celebrities, the two have been struggling to balance their work and family life. But they always ensure they give their best in raising their kids to be lovely and good to people. The known ‘America’s most relatable mom’ Garner has shared some of her insights into what makes a good family and work balance.
In an interview, she stated that on most days, she loves spending meals with her kids, as this was sometimes the only time they had to spend together. But she also makes sure to spend time with them if she has a little spare time. She has also emphasized the importance of setting boundaries and making time for family.
On the other hand, Affleck has also been open about his struggles with addiction and how it has impacted his parenting. Most of the time, Garner was the one who always got asked about their family and how they handled the family-work balance. This leads many to believe that some media outlets do not see Affleck as someone reliable to ask questions about such matters.
His extreme alcoholism has affected not just him but also his marriage and family. That’s why he makes sure, to be honest with his children and teach them to make good choices in life.
Now that he has lived far away from his kids, reality has already struck him hard. As a result, he has been trying his best to be a good parent, work on himself, and change for the better.
Even after their divorce, the ex-couple has shown the world how good co-parents they are. Garner has stayed that protective and reliable mom. At the same time, Affleck has tried his best to change for the sake of his kids as he sees them to be still his top priority more than anything.
Both Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck have expressed gratitude for their kids and the joy they bring to their lives, despite parenting challenges. You can follow them on their social media accounts if you want to stay updated with their co-parenting life.