Vanessa Hudgens details parenting her two kids

July 31, 2026 - 17:15

Vanessa Hudgens is getting real about the chaos and joy of raising two toddlers with her husband, Cole Tucker. In a recent interview, the actress opened up about navigating the so-called terrible twos while balancing life at home with their two young children. She admitted that the phase has been intense, but also full of unexpected sweetness that makes the exhaustion worth it.

Hudgens described the daily rhythm of parenting as a constant juggling act, especially now that both kids are mobile and full of opinions. She said that while the tantrums are real, she tries to stay patient and remind herself that these moments are temporary. She also credited Tucker for being a hands-on partner, noting that they make a point to tag team whenever one of them is about to lose their cool.

The High School Musical star shared that she has learned to let go of perfection. Her house is messier, her schedule is unpredictable, and she often runs on very little sleep, but she would not trade it for anything. She finds joy in the small things, like watching her kids discover new foods or hearing them laugh at each other. Hudgens also joked that she now understands why parents say the days are long but the years are short. For now, she is just trying to soak in every chaotic, sticky-fingered moment with her little ones.