Selena Gomez, the "Only Murders in the Building" star, has recently opened up about her aspirations of motherhood, expressing that surrogacy and adoption are both "immense possibilities" for her.
In an introspective conversation with "Vanity Fair" for their October edition, released on Monday, Sept. 9, the 32-year-old actress and songstress revealed a poignant truth: she is unable to carry her own children.
"I've never openly shared this... but, unfortunately, carrying my own children is not an option for me," Gomez confessed. "There are numerous health complications that could endanger both my life and the baby's. It took me some time to grieve that loss..."
Gomez has been candid in the past about her struggles with lupus, a condition she was diagnosed with in 2015. Additionally, in April 2020, she disclosed her battle with bipolar disorder during an episode of Miley Cyrus' "Bright Minded" series on Instagram Live.
Reflecting on these realities, Gomez continued, "But I’m now in a much better place regarding all of it. I see it as a blessing that there are so many remarkable people willing to help through surrogacy or adoption, both of which are major options for me."
Her reflections have left her "immensely grateful" for the various avenues available for those yearning to be mothers. "I'm among those people," she emphasized. "I'm eager to see what this journey will bring, though it might look a bit different. Ultimately, I don't mind; it will be mine. It will be my child."
This isn't the first instance Gomez has spoken about her deep desire to become a parent in the future.
In November 2022, she recalled a moment of emotional vulnerability, crying in her car as she contemplated the reality that the medications she takes for her bipolar disorder might prevent her from ever bearing children herself.
"It’s a significant, ever-present aspect of my life," Gomez shared with the outlet, remaining optimistic that she will find a way to fulfill her dreams of motherhood, no matter the path.
"No matter how they come into my life, they will be mine," she affirmed, regarding the potential of having children.
Medical literature, including a doctor-reviewed article from WebMD, indicates that medications for bipolar disorder can pose risks during pregnancy, such as neural tube defects, cardiac anomalies, and developmental or neurobehavioral challenges. Nonetheless, some medical professionals suggest continuing these treatments during pregnancy, as bipolar symptoms may intensify during this period.
In another part of her "Vanity Fair" interview, Gomez also opened up about her relationship with Benny Blanco, whom she confirmed as her significant other in December 2023.
"I've never been loved in this way... He has brought so much light into my life. He's my closest confidant. I love sharing everything with him," she expressed to the publication.
She humorously recounted Blanco’s declaration of wanting to marry her during an appearance on "The Howard Stern Show" back in May, adding, "After the interview, I couldn’t stop laughing. I was like, ‘Anything else you’d like to declare?’"
Gomez’s words about her partner came after she revealed how cooking with Blanco provides her with a sense of grounding.
"I’ve started to appreciate fresh produce and things like that, mainly because of him," she shared. "Just being out in the garden, picking ingredients to cook with—it might seem small and trivial, but as you get older, you realize it's okay to enjoy the simple, uncomplicated moments."
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and who ˹firmly˺ believe in the Day of Judgment;
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