Trina McGee is full of “sheer joy” after announcing that she is expecting her fourth child at the age of 54 ― and has some advice for anyone else who may find themselves in a similar situation.
“I don’t partake in any of the negativity anybody has to say about it,” the “Boy Meets World” actor told “Entertainment Tonight” in an interview published Tuesday.
“I am so happy. I have been blessed, and that’s it,” she said. “And all I’m concerned about — I only have one job now — is to have this baby, and that’s what I’m about.”
McGee said that “the number one thing for me is to not partake in any stress and stay away from negativity as much as I can.”
While some have commented on McGee’s age during this pregnancy, she had advice for others who might find themselves becoming a parent in their 50s.
“It’s an individual decision, but be realistic about it. Be realistic about your lifespan ― make provisions,” McGee added. “And understand that when you do have a baby at this age, what you should have for them is a lot of wisdom ― and that’s the beauty of the situation.”
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McGee announced her pregnancy on Monday, telling followers at the time that she was going to be signing “off social media for a bit.”
“At the tender age of 54 I have found myself pregnant,” she said in an Instagram post. “Please bless us with your prayers for a safe delivery. Thank you.”
McGee shares two children with her ex-husband, Randall Courtland Davis. She also has another child from a previous relationship.
McGee is currently married to producer Marcello Thedford, who has one child of his own. This will be McGee and Thedford’s first child together after nearly two decades of marriage.