Selena Gomez's journey of motherhood and her relationship with her mom, Mandy Teefey, has been a fascinating one. In a series of interviews and experiences, she has opened up about the unique aspects of their bond.

Unveiling Selena Gomez's Mom Connection

Early Years and Shared Growth

Selena Gomez, now 32, began by sharing a profound aspect of her life. "My mom had me when she was 16," she said, comparing it to Saoirse Ronan's recent role in Blitz where she plays a young mom. "We grew up together, and that's a different perspective than someone who would wait until they're older to have a child. I am so grateful that we were there for each other. It felt very Gilmore Girls." This early connection laid the foundation for a special relationship.The Rare Beauty founder further shared, "My mom was fantastic. She would never put me in a room by myself; she was very aware of things that I didn't know. For example, if I had to go to a premiere and I was 16, she'd say, 'You can't go to the after-party. You can have fun, and then you're going to go home.' Little things like these helped my sanity."

Mom's Struggles and Determination

Mandy Teefey, 48, told ET in a 2017 interview about the challenges she faced. "I was very judged for being a teen mom. My neighborhood was a really rough neighborhood with gangs. But when I got pregnant, I thought, 'I have another person depending on me. I gotta get straight.' That's when I started working hard and making changes. I'm not going to let her have the upbringing I did."Selena Gomez also spoke about her mom's sacrifices. "My mom gave up everything for me and had, like, three jobs," she said during a previous E! special. These sacrifices showed the depth of her mom's love.

Playing a Mom and Appreciating Childhood

In the musical-crime film Emilia Pérez, Selena Gomez played Jessi, the devoted wife of Mexican drug lord Juan “Manitas” Del Monte. She described the experience as "very sweet," but admitted she "was intimidated.""There is something about children that is fearless, and I appreciate that so much, and I miss it a little," she told Saoirse Ronan. This shows the complexity of her feelings about motherhood and childhood.On Dec. 9, Gomez received a Golden Globe nomination for her role in Emilia Pérez and Only Murders in the Building. She was proud of her achievements and expressed gratitude. "I don't even know what to write. I'm so proud of @zoesaldana and I am so grateful and honored @goldenglobes," she captioned a video on Instagram Stories.This journey of Selena Gomez with her mom has been filled with various experiences and emotions, showcasing the strength and love of their bond.