Second Lady Usha Vance Shares Mother's Day Insights and Plans

Second Lady Usha Vance discussed her experiences and plans for Mother’s Day 2025, highlighting the challenges and joys of motherhood in the public eye.

As families across the United States celebrate Mother’s Day, Second Lady Usha Vance shared her reflections on the holiday with Fox News Digital. Vance, who balances her role as the nation’s second lady with motherhood to three young children, Ewan (7), Vivek (5), and Mirabel (3), spoke about the unique challenges of raising a family under public scrutiny.

Vance, who previously worked as a litigator and clerked for Chief Justice John G. Roberts Jr. and Justice Brett Kavanaugh, noted that her current role allows her more control over her schedule compared to her time in the private sector. However, she acknowledged the new challenges that come with public life, stating, ‘While I certainly miss working, I am grateful that I have the time to ensure that our home life is as normal and stable as possible.’

Reflecting on her plans for Mother’s Day, Vance mentioned an early celebration with military mothers at the White House, hosted by First Lady Melania Trump. For the actual day, she and her family planned a quiet day with a family hike and a dessert baked by her husband, Vice President JD Vance. The children, eager to celebrate their mother, even presented their gifts early, unable to wait until the holiday.

Usha Vance also shared personal insights into her upbringing and the lessons she learned from her mother, Lakshmi Chilukuri. She credits her mother’s ability to give full attention, despite a busy schedule, as a guiding principle in her own parenting. This Mother’s Day, Vance’s story is a reminder of the personal and public balancing act many mothers face, especially those in the national spotlight.