Son Tae-young Opens Up About Health Struggles and Single Motherhood in New Jersey
A candid new video offers a glimpse into the life of Son Tae-young, revealing ongoing health challenges and the realities of raising a family as a single mother in the United States. The actor, known for her marriage to Kwon Sang-woo, shared details of her daily routine and physical pain in a recently uploaded vlog.
Navigating Daily Life as a Working Mother
On Thursday, November 30th, a video titled ‘American Mom Son Tae-young’s 48-Hour Newborn Vlog’ was released on the online channel ‘Mrs. New Jersey Son Tae-young’. The footage documents a typical 48 hours in the life of Son Tae-young, who is raising her two children – a son named Luchee and a daughter – alone in New Jersey.
The vlog begins with Son Tae-young’s early morning routine, waking at 6 a.m. to prepare her children for school. A relatable moment of parental anxiety unfolds as she rushes to get her son to the school bus, pleading, “Please, let’s go 5 minutes early.” The video then follows her through a series of everyday tasks, including laundry, taking her daughter to school, and even a trip to an auto repair shop to address a potential flat tire. Upon returning home, she immediately tackles household chores, such as washing dishes.
Battling Chronic Pain and Prioritizing Health
Amidst the demands of motherhood, Son Tae-young has been grappling with significant physical pain. “I’ve been feeling a lot of pain around my shoulder lately,” she shared in the video, visibly demonstrating her discomfort. She detailed a progression of pain that began in her back, initially dismissed with painkillers and maintained through exercise like tennis. However, the pain eventually radiated down her arms, becoming debilitating.
“The pain was so bad that I couldn’t even sleep, so I couldn’t do my daily life,” she confessed. “Because my body hurt, I was so tired and didn’t want to do anything.” Despite the exhaustion, she emphasized the unwavering commitment that drives her forward. “But I have to do it because I’m a mother. So I started paying more attention to my health.”
Seeking Alternative Therapies and Finding Strength
Acknowledging the challenges of recovery at age 45, Son Tae-young reflected, “I’m just turning 45, so it doesn’t seem like I’m getting better quickly, and I was really strong when I was younger.” The video shows her seeking treatment at an oriental medicine clinic, receiving acupuncture.
Finding solace in nature, Son Tae-young observed a tree outside the clinic window, stating, “The leaves are fluttering, it feels like my strength,” and expressing optimism that acupuncture would provide relief.
Son Tae-young and Kwon Sang-woo married in 2008 and share two children. This latest glimpse into her life offers a raw and honest portrayal of the challenges and resilience of modern motherhood.
