Television personality Jeannie Mai recently shared insights into her life as a single mother following her divorce from rapper Jeezy. The couple, who married in 2021, finalized their divorce in June 2024 and share joint custody of their 3-year-old daughter, Monaco.
Jeannie Mai Embracing Single Motherhood
In a candid conversation on the talk show “Sherri,” Mai expressed her unexpected joy in navigating single parenthood. She admitted that while she never envisioned raising a child alone, the experience has been empowering. “You don’t ideally think to have a child and have that whole responsibility to yourself,” Mai remarked. “But I realized that the gift in being a single mom is that you learn how to trust yourself.”
Mai elaborated on the profound connection she’s developed with her daughter, stating, “You know exactly what your daughter needs in love; you know exactly how your children need to be seen and heard.” She described the journey as a process of “reparenting myself through Monaco” and discovering that “I always had what I needed.”
Prioritizing Self-Care and Personal Growth
Beyond her role as a mother, Mai is focusing on self-care and personal development. She shared with PEOPLE that she’s been “dating herself” by taking trips and investing time and resources into her well-being. “I’ve been busy dating myself,” Mai revealed, highlighting experiences like traveling to Hawaii and spending quality time with family at Disney World.
Addressing her outlook for the future, Mai emphasized the importance of embracing new experiences and not being bound by past lessons. “There are a new set of rules,” she stated, underscoring her commitment to personal growth and adapting to life’s evolving circumstances.