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39-Year-Old Basketball Wives star Draya Michele seems unbothered by the criticism of her relationship with 22-year-old NBA star Jalen Green.
On Friday, Michele confirmed the rumors that she had gotten pregnant by Green by announcing that she would be having a baby girl in a few months.
Draya Michele announces her pregnancy of a baby girl with Jalen Green pic.twitter.com/izQxMRJETe
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“Happy #InternationalWomensDay ! As women, we navigate through so much, often leading us to question, “What is my purpose?” For me, the magic lies in motherhood and the awe-inspiring ability to bring life into this world over the span of two decades. It’s my superpower. And if anything can surpass the wonder of being a woman, it’s the privilege of bringing another woman into existence 🎀.”
“We are overjoyed to share our love for you, little girl. I’m am excited to speak words to the daughter I never thought I’d have. We are anxious about your arrival, but take your time — this world can be tough. But know you are being brought into a space of love, security, and adornment. #28weeks #7months #comingMay2024 #girlmom”
Michele has since been criticized and called a “predator” by the likes of Joe Budden for getting pregnant by the much younger Green.
“If you want to f— a 21-year-old, cool. But now you got a baby by a 21-year-old? You are a predator and I said this last year, there is a lot of women in their 40s, I can’t believe you won’t speak for this” said Budden on his podcast.
“It’s too many horror stories of athletes losing everything that they ever have because they are not insulated because they are no barriers because there is nobody instructing them,”
Draya posted an inspirational quote on her Instagram story in response to the backlash she was receiving on social media following her pregnancy announcement.
“Get comfortable being misunderstood. Only a fraction of people will be able your essence.You are not on anyone else’s timeline of comprehension. Also, it’s none of your business how others chose to perceive you. Most high see you clearly, let that be enough”
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