Ronda Rousey, the celebrated professional wrestler, has recently become a mother of two. The 37-year-old athlete welcomed her second daughter with husband Travis Browne on January 9. Sharing the joyous news via Instagram, Rousey included heartwarming photos and videos showcasing family moments. She also reflected on how motherhood has positively transformed her life, noting that it has made her mentally healthier and less self-critical.
The arrival of Rousey’s second daughter was nothing short of dramatic yet profoundly meaningful. Born during a windstorm in a city facing wildfires, this little girl brought immense gratitude to her parents for her safe entry into the world. Named Liko’ula Pā’ūomahinakaipiha Browne, the newborn quickly became the center of attention in the family.
In her Instagram post, Rousey shared a video featuring her older daughter, La’akea Makalapuaokalanipō, who is two years old, sitting by her side at the hospital. The tender moment captured La’akea watching as Rousey unwrapped Liko’ula’s baby blanket. This touching scene highlighted the bond forming between the sisters even in those early moments. Rousey also posted a selfie holding her sleeping newborn, capturing the essence of new motherhood.
Beyond the immediate joy of welcoming a second child, Rousey has found profound changes within herself through motherhood. She noted that becoming a mom has shifted her focus away from constant self-reflection and towards caring for her children. This change has had a positive impact on her mental health and overall well-being.
Rousey revealed in a previous interview that her daughter La’akea exhibits traits similar to her own toughness. “She doesn’t respond much to pain,” Rousey said, describing an instance where La’akea fell and scraped her knee but didn’t cry. “The world isn’t ready for this little girl,” she added, expressing pride in her daughter’s resilience. Reflecting on motherhood, Rousey admitted to feeling happier and more considerate, attributing these changes to the responsibility of taking care of her children. This transformation has made her mentally healthier and less critical of herself, focusing instead on nurturing and supporting her family.