“Kim taught me multitasking, Kylie taught me…”: Kris Jenner reveals what each of her six children taught her
Kris Jenner has spent decades raising six children, but each of them has taught her something different about motherhood. In a podcast conversation with Jay Shetty, the reality television star and businesswoman reflected on the challenges of raising her children, the lessons she learnt from difficult pregnancies and how becoming a mother later in life made her more grateful for her family. From Kourtney Kardashian’s difficult early months to the patience she developed after experiencing miscarriages before Kendall Jenner’s birth, Jenner described how her experiences changed with each child.
Kourtney taught her what motherhood was like
5 Oct 2026 | 12:06
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Jenner said her eldest daughter, Kourtney, introduced her to the realities of motherhood. Kourtney was a colicky baby, and Jenner recalled the long nights spent trying to make her comfortable. “Kourtney taught me probably how to be a mom,” Jenner told Shetty. She remembered how difficult it was to see her baby struggle with an upset stomach for months. “And you would do anything to make her life better and have her feel better,” she said. Despite the challenges, Jenner said the experience did not put her off having more children.
Kim taught her multitasking, while Khloe brought humour
For Jenner, each child brought a different experience of motherhood.
Jenner had a different lesson to associate with each of her next children. “Kim taught me multitasking,” she said, prompting laughter during the conversation. Khloe, meanwhile, taught her to appreciate humour and its role in bringing people together. “Khloe united everybody and taught me a lot about how grateful I was for humour because she was so funny,” Jenner said.
Rob’s birth introduced her to Armenian family traditions
When Rob was born, she remembered her in-laws celebrating the occasion.
Jenner described her son, Rob Kardashian, as “a joy”. His birth was also a particularly significant moment for her former husband, Robert Kardashian Sr., and his Armenian family, who had hoped for a boy. “They were praying for a boy from day one,” Jenner said, recalling how relatives had repeatedly expressed their wish for a son.When Rob was born, she remembered her in-laws celebrating the occasion. Her mother-in-law even arrived at the hospital with a diamond brooch as a gift. “It was so joyful, and it was like New Year’s Eve, you know, and it was a celebration,” Jenner said. Rob’s arrival also brought Armenian traditions more visibly into the household. Jenner recalled relatives preparing traditional meals and trying to teach the children some Armenian, although they did not become fluent. “It taught me a lot about their culture and how to celebrate on another level,” she said.
Kendall taught her patience after two miscarriages
Jenner said her experience of pregnancy changed before she welcomed Kendall. She had experienced two miscarriages, which challenged her earlier assumption that having another child would be straightforward. “Kendall, I think, taught me a lot about patience and serenity because I had two miscarriages before I had Kendall,” she said. “You think you’re invincible. I’m just going to pop out another baby, and then you don’t, and it becomes a bit of a struggle,” she added.Jenner had Kendall at the age of 40. She said the experience made her appreciate pregnancy differently and recognise that having a child was not easy for everyone.
Kylie taught her gratitude and the importance of healthy choices
Kylie and Kris together.
Jenner’s pregnancy with Kylie brought further challenges. She said she experienced severe gestational diabetes and gained around 100 pounds. “It taught me a lot about patience. It taught me a lot about being healthy and making healthy choices,” she said. Jenner welcomed Kylie at 41, after having four older children. At the time, she also had friends in their 40s who were struggling with infertility.Seeing their experiences alongside her own made her reflect on how fortunate she felt to have had six children. “Kylie taught me a lot about being grateful and having gratitude for all of my children,” she said. “I thought, ‘Wow, I’m so grateful that this had been my journey,’” she added.For Kris Jenner, each child brought a different experience of motherhood. Looking back, Jenner’s account shows how her understanding of motherhood evolved as her family grew, with each stage bringing its own challenges and lessons.
