Tiffany Trump celebrated the upcoming arrival of her baby boy with a sweet Peter Rabbit-themed shower on Sunday. The event, hosted by her half-sister Ivanka Trump, drew close friends and family, including Tiffany’s mother Marla Maples. However, both her father, Donald Trump, and her stepmother Melania were absent.
According to a Florida source who spoke to People, the First Lady was occupied with other commitments. “Melania has her own schedule, even on weekends,” the source explained, adding that she was also spending quality time with her son, Barron, who is currently studying at NYU and splits his time between New York City, Florida, and Washington D.C.
© @ivankatrump“She was spending time with her son, Barron, and was busy with family matters of her own," the insider detailed to the publication. While Melania and Donald were not in attendance, Tiffany was surrounded by support from her immediate and extended family.
© Backgrid/The Grosby GroupHer mom, Marla Maples, posted heartfelt photos and a sweet message on social media, marking her new life chapter and the start of her motherhood journey.
Alongside Ivanka and Marla, attendees included Lara Trump (wife of Eric Trump), Donald Trump Jr.’s girlfriend Bettina Anderson, and even a shoutout from Don Jr.’s ex-fiancée, Kimberly Guilfoyle, who commented, “You look beautiful mama!” on Tiffany’s post.
© JIM BOURGMeanwhile, President Donald Trump spent the weekend between Miami and Mar-a-Lago, where he was golfing and attending events tied to the LIV Golf tournament.
Melania and Tiffany's relationship:
“My approach to building relationships with Donald’s children has always been grounded in love and respect,” Melania said in her latest memoir, adding that Donald's older children were already "more independent" and Tiffany Trump was in her "formative year."
© Mark Sullivan“I recognize their individuality, understanding that, as their stepmother, my role is not to replace their mothers but to nurture a supportive and amicable connection. This perspective has enabled me to cultivate meaningful relationships with each child in a unique way," she wrote at the time.
© Getty Images“While I may not agree with every opinion or choice expressed by Donald’s grown children, nor do I align with all of Donald’s decisions, I acknowledge that different viewpoints are a natural aspect of human relationships,” she confessed.
“I understand that being possessive is not conducive to a healthy family dynamic. Each member requires their own space, and I have made it a priority to respect that need," she concluded, admitting that she prefers to "communicate" instead of being "controlling."
