In March 2006, Melania Trump and Donald Trump joyously welcomed their first child together, a son named Barron William Trump. The couple bestowed upon him a name that held significance for both of them. Donald had the honor of selecting his first name, which carries a strong and distinguished presence.
Melania, on the other hand, had the privilege of choosing his second name, William, infusing a touch of her personal preference into their son’s identity. This collaboration and mutual decision-making demonstrated their commitment to nurturing their growing family and creating a meaningful legacy for their beloved son, Barron.
Becoming a Citizen
Melania became a U.S. citizen in 2006, one year after being married to Donald. She received U.S. citizenship on a visa that is allocated to immigrants with “extraordinary ability” and “sustained national and international acclaim.”
She stated, “I followed the law. I never thought of staying here without papers. I had a visa, I traveled every few months back to the country to Slovenia to stamp the visa. I came back, applied for a green card, and applied for citizenship after many years of green card. So I went by the system, I went by the law. And you should do that, you should not just say let me stay here, and whatever happens, happens.”
The Other Women
Melania Trump holds the distinction of being Donald Trump's third wife, having embarked on a successful career as a Slovenian American model before assuming the role of First Lady. Before Melania, Donald Trump married Czech model Ivana Zelníčková and actress Marla Maples. His first marriage to Ivana took place in 1977 at the Marble Collegiate Church in Manhattan.
During their union, they welcomed three children into the world: Donald Jr., Ivanka, and Eric. Ivana became a naturalized United States citizen in 1988, showcasing her commitment to her new home. Unfortunately, their marriage ended in divorce in 1992 following Donald Trump's well-publicized affair with actress Marla Maples. Together, Donald and Marla had a daughter named Tiffany. The media extensively covered both of these high-profile divorces, further highlighting the complexities of Donald Trump's personal life.
Doing It All on Her Own
Despite leading a lavish and privileged lifestyle, Melania Trump has always chosen to take on the responsibility of caring for her child without the assistance of a nanny. In a 2016 interview with Harper's Bazaar, she proudly emphasized her hands-on approach to parenting. Melania firmly believed in the significance of spending quality time with her child and acknowledged that those precious hours of bonding and nurturing were invaluable.
While she had a chef and an assistant to support her, Melania personally took on the role of caring for her child. This choice reflected her deep commitment to being actively involved in her son's upbringing and exemplified her belief in the fundamental importance of parental presence and engagement.
Bog Boy, Little Boy
When Melania Trump was questioned about the possibility of having more children during a 2013 ABC News interview, she expressed contentment with her current family dynamic. She replied, "We are happy, and my hands are full with my two boys - my big boy and my little boy." In a 2012 interview with Parenting, Melania described herself as a "full-time mom," revealing that her husband, Donald Trump, did not partake in diaper changing or putting their son to bed.
Donald himself infamously stated during a 2005 conversation with Howard Stern, "I like kids. I mean, I won't do anything to take care of them. I'll supply funds, and she'll take care of the kids." These remarks shed light on the division of parental roles within their household.