Nigerian music superstar Tiwa Savage has opened up about an emotional parenting moment involving her son, Jamil Balogun, revealing how motherhood continues to challenge and soften her at the same time.
In a heartfelt video shared on social media, the singer recounted how she had yelled at her 10-year-old son over something he did that upset her.
Expecting him to be distant or upset, Tiwa was moved to tears when she woke up to find Jamil quietly lying beside her, seeking comfort despite their earlier disagreement.
“Being a Mom Is Tough, But It’s the Best Feeling in the World” – Tiwa Savage
Reflecting on the incident, Tiwa said:
“Last night, I was reminded of one of the hardest things about being a mom—you still have to discipline your child and be strict, even when it breaks your heart. I’m a very, very strict mother. Everyone knows this.”
She continued:
“I really went off on him. And this is why he melts my heart so much…I woke up and saw that he had quietly come to sleep next to me. I had slept on the couch, and he still came to lie beside me. My baby. I was shouting earlier… ahhh. Yet he still came close, seeking comfort.”
The ‘Somebody’s Son’ singer, who shares Jamil with ex-husband Tunji ‘Tee Billz’ Balogun, described the touching moment as a reminder of the unconditional love between mother and child.
Fans React to Tiwa’s Vulnerability
Many fans praised Tiwa Savage for being vulnerable and relatable, applauding her for showing that even celebrities face the emotional complexities of parenting and discipline. Others expressed admiration for her close bond with Jamil, calling the moment a “reminder of pure love.”
Tiwa’s revelation has sparked conversations online about gentle parenting, the emotional toll of motherhood, and how children often seek closeness even after being disciplined.
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