Exclusive interview with PEOPLE, actress Rumer Willis opens up about her approach to parenting, particularly regarding screen time for her 13-year-old daughter, Louetta. Willis shares her hesitations about allowing extensive screen time, citing concerns raised by Instagram ads warning about its potential effects on brain development.
Despite her reservations, Willis acknowledges a difference in rules when it comes to her daughter’s screen time at her mother Demi Moore’s house, affectionately referred to as “Yaya’s house.” She humorously recounts her surprise when discovering that her mom had introduced Louetta to the movie Moana, a departure from her own cautious approach.
Reflecting on future movie choices for Louetta, Willis mentions her parents’ (Demi Moore and Bruce Willis) filmography but expresses more excitement about outdoor activities like walking and exploring nature together.
Louetta’s current interest in music doesn’t come as a surprise to Willis, considering both her and her boyfriend’s musical backgrounds. Willis delights in her daughter’s rhythmic inclinations and mentions a quirky astrological reading suggesting a predisposition towards creativity.
Since Louetta’s arrival in April 2023, Willis describes her experience of motherhood as immensely fulfilling, emphasizing the profound sense of completeness it brought into her life.
Offering advice to fellow parents, Willis stresses the importance of finding one’s own path in parenting, highlighting the diversity of approaches among her friends and encouraging others to trust their instincts.
As Willis navigates the joys and challenges of motherhood, her insights offer a refreshing perspective on the varied dynamics shaping modern parenting.
