Jessica Alba reveals her 'bad' parenting mistake: 'I have this terrible habit'

It’s hard to relate to celebrities when it comes to parenting, but actress Jessica Alba has proved she makes mistakes just like everyone else.

The mother-of-three and co-founder of The Honest Company, who graces the July cover of InStyle, opened up about what it’s like being mum to Honor, 10, Haven, 6, and Hayes, 5 months.

In the interview, the 37-year-old said she wants her kids to see her challenging herself and making mistakes, even though it may be hard to do in front of them.

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However, Alba admits there is one mistake that has now turned into a habit, and even she knows it isn’t right. 

“I have this terrible habit: Whenever my kids ask me to find something, they’re like, ‘Mum, where’s my …’ you know, backpack, toothbrush, whatever,” she explained to the outlet. 

“And I just say, ‘Up your butt,’ and that’s probably bad parenting.”

She added, “But they got to a certain age where I’m like, ‘That’s where it is: It’s up your butt.’ ”

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“I made a concerted effort with Hayes to appreciate the quieter moments. I had to slow down when I was pregnant, so now we have a new tradition called Family Fridays.”

She added, “It’s our game night...we get on teams and play Clue. Honor is really good. I love when she wins — she’s strategic.”

And if there is anything we have learnt from Alba, it’s that celebrities are like any other parents, and even they too can get it wrong. 

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