Emmerdale star Charley Webb often shares behind-the-scenes glimpses of her life as a busy actress and mother, but she admitted at the weekend that she finds getting the balance right difficult at times. The mum-of-three posted a photo of her sons Buster, nine, leaning over her youngest son Ace's pushchair. Little Ace, who was born in July, was wrapped up warm against the cold and sported a hat with a pair of bear ears. Charley's middle son Bowie, who turns four later this month, peeked out cheekily from underneath the pushchair.
Charley is best known for playing Debbie Dingle on Emmerdale
The 31-year-old captioned the photo: "I don’t often manage to get a picture of all 3. It’s my favourite one yet. I’ve found the jump from 2 to 3 huge and I don’t mind saying it. I think sometimes people aren’t honest enough about how full-on it is. With one, two, three, four, however many you’ve got. It’s ok to admit that being a Mum (or a Dad) is a really hard job. Harder than any other in my opinion. I often look at peoples Instagrams and think how perfect their life looks. It won’t be. Just like mine isn’t."
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The actress went on to explain the story behind the gorgeous family snap, writing: "Looking at this picture you’d think we were out having a lovely peaceful, family walk. We were, but... Bowie had a full-on meltdown after this because he didn’t want me to ‘picture him’ (that’s what he says). Luckily, it was early and it didn’t stress me out. We were outside in the fresh air and we got on with the day. He got over it. Just reminded me to look at a photograph and think about the bigger picture. No one's life is ever perfect and no kid is ever perfect all the time."
Charley shares three sons with her husband and co-star Matthew Wolfenden
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Her followers were quick to agree and hint at their own experiences, with one writing: "Yep, right there with you. Wish other people were as honest and not pretending they're Mary Poppins," a second commenting: "I love how real and honest you are, and look at these 3 gorgeous boys… little heartbreakers," and another adding: "Absolutely beautiful photo. You’re right, it’s not easy and definitely isn’t perfect. Enjoy every second with your babies."
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