Melania Trump and Barron Trump have many beat when it comes to how close their mother-son relationship is. It’s no secret Barron is the light of Melania’s life. A source told People in March 2023, “Barron has always been a first priority in [Melania’s] life … She has always put him first. She is a good mother.” With their close bond, Dr. Sanam Hafeez can see his graduation being a difficult thing for the first lady to process, especially since he’s her only child.
She explained to Nicki Swift, “It can be particularly difficult for a parent of an only child when their child graduates from high school. This milestone can evoke a heightened sense of mixed emotions compared to parents with multiple children. With only one child, the bond can be exceptionally strong, and the daily interactions more central to the parent’s life.” Dr. Hafeez shared that these mixed emotions can range from anywhere from pride to anxiety, because as Barron graduates high school, it can shift his relationship with Melania and have a great effect on the former model. Dr. Hafeez shared, “Parents of an only child may experience a sense of lost purpose or identity as their role in their child’s daily life diminishes, requiring them to redefine their roles and find new activities or interests to fill the void.” Just as Barron’s life today will change as he goes to college, so will Melania’s.
