Emily Ratajkowski Celebrates Son Sylvester's 3rd Birthday with Heartfelt Reflections on Motherhood

Emily Ratajkowski Gushes Over the Joy of Raising Son Sylvester on His 3rd Birthday

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Emily Ratajkowski is amazed that her son, Sylvester "Sly," is already 3 years old. She posted a heartfelt birthday tribute to him that is sure to make fans emotional.

On Friday, March 8, Ratajkowski shared on Instagram, "Three years ago today, I welcomed my beautiful baby boy into the world. Time has passed by so quickly since then." She continued, "Watching Sly grow into the loving, curious, funny, and kind person he is today has brought me so much joy. Being Sly's mom is a blessing, and I am excited to see what the future holds for him."

Ratajkowski posted a TikTok video showcasing her special moments with her toddler throughout the years. The video featured travel clips, cuddling scenes in the snow and park, and Sly having fun placing stickers on Ratajkowski's face.

The background music for the video was "My Love Mine All Mine" by Mitski, adding a sweet touch to the images of Ratajkowski holding Sly close and smiling for the camera.

Ratajkowski, who shares Sly with estranged husband Sebastian Bear-McClard, picked sentimental lyrics from the track for her heartfelt tribute.

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Sly is now three years old! It has been an amazing experience watching my little one grow into the kind, funny, loving, determined, and curious person that he is. Every day, I am filled with wonder and gratitude. Cheers to the future years ahead. Sly, I adore being your mama. I love you!

My Love Mine All Mine – Mitski

Mitski, 33, sang passionately about her love being all hers, declaring it as "mine, mine, mine" and emphasizing that nothing else in the world belongs to her except for her love. "My baby," she crooned.

Emily Ratajkowski and Sebastian Bear-McClard got married in February 2018, shortly after making their relationship public by showing affection towards each other on Valentine's Day.

In October 2020, the couple shared the exciting news that they were expecting their first baby. Ratajkowski expressed her joy in an Instagram video, saying, "I dreamed of you for the first time the other night, wondering who you will be. Your presence will be real very soon."

Fast forward to March 2021, Ratajkowski announced the arrival of Sylvester, whose middle name is Apollo. She described the moment as the most surreal, beautiful, and love-filled morning when he joined them "Earth side."

Months later, Ratajkowski published her first book, My Body, as a tribute to the important men in her life. In the inscription from November 2023, she expressed her gratitude to her husband for teaching her the power of love and dedicated the book to Sly. She wrote the book while carrying Sly, aiming to better herself for him.

Emily Ratajkowski Gushes Over the Joy of Raising Son Sylvester on His 3rd Birthday

Despite the touching tribute, Emily Ratajkowski and Bear-McClard decided to end their four-year marriage in July 2022. Rumors were circulating that Bear-McClard had been unfaithful.

Ratajkowski officially ended her marriage in September 2022. During a podcast interview on "Going Mental With Eileen Kelly" in March 2023, she opened up about her decision to leave. She admitted, "I didn't have the courage to leave for a long time. I was really, really unhappy." Ratajkowski also shared that she was feeling unwell, weighing only 100 pounds after giving birth. She confessed, "I got really skinny 'cause I was not OK."

In the same month, Variety published a report about accusations of sexual misconduct against Bear-McClard by several women. Some of these incidents were said to have occurred while he was married to Ratajkowski. Bear-McClard has not commented publicly on these allegations.

On the other hand, Ratajkowski has been concentrating on her work and taking care of her son after the separation. Recently, she posted some pictures with her toddler, showing them spending quality mother-son time together.

“I really love being sly’s mama,” she captioned the February Instagram post.

Editor's P/S:

Emily Ratajkowski's heartfelt tribute to her son Sylvester on his third birthday is a testament to the love and joy that motherhood brings. The montage of precious moments she shared with Sly showcases the special bond they have developed over the years. Ratajkowski's words express the immense gratitude and wonder she feels as she witnesses her son's growth and development.

However, the article also touches on the challenges Ratajkowski has faced in her personal life. Her separation from Sebastian Bear-McClard and the subsequent allegations of sexual misconduct against him have cast a shadow over their once-happy family. Despite these difficulties, Ratajkowski remains focused on her son and her own well-being. She has shown resilience and strength in prioritizing her own happiness and the well-being of her child. for her son.