Connie Britton, the 58-year-old actress, opened up about her decision to pursue adoption as a single mother. She shared that she always desired to be a mom and initially considered having a biological child before adopting her son Yoby, now 14, from Ethiopia after visiting the country for a documentary in the early 2000s focusing on Ethiopia’s orphan population.
Britton reflected on the moment she realized she didn’t need to wait for a traditional partnership to start a family and decided to begin the adoption process as a single parent. She acknowledged the challenges of being a single mom but expressed gratitude for the support she received from a stay-at-home nanny.
Now, Britton is highlighting the theme of motherhood in her new unscripted series, “The Motherhood,” which she created and produced for Hallmark. The show aims to empower and uplift single mothers by providing them with practical assistance and recognition.
In a previous interview, Britton also shared her experience transitioning into motherhood and her joy in raising her son Yoby, who she described as still being a sweet boy despite entering his teenage years. She emphasized her commitment to celebrating and supporting single moms through her work and hopes to change the cultural narrative surrounding their experiences.
