> At a Glance
> – Ashley Tisdale and husband Christopher French welcomed Jupiter Iris in March 2021 and Emerson Clover in September 2024
> – The Disney alum calls motherhood her “favorite thing” and says it’s “changed my life in so many ways”
> – Tisdale has shared candid moments-from Jupiter’s love of High School Musical to her decision to leave a toxic mom group
> – Why it matters: Fans see how the star balances fame, family, and self-care while raising two young kids
Ashley Tisdale is navigating the highs and heart-tugs of life with two little girls under five. From Jupiter’s nonstop singing to Emerson’s newborn snuggles, the actress has opened up about the joys and juggles of her mom era.
Jupiter Iris French, 4
Born March 23, 2021, Jupiter arrived via Instagram announcement and quickly charmed Tisdale’s celebrity pals.
Vanessa Hudgens got the first cuddle: “Literally Jupiter opened her arms like ‘hold me’ the minute she met Ness.” Austin Butler FaceTimed from the hospital and stayed in touch throughout Tisdale’s pregnancy.
Music runs in the toddler’s veins:
- Favorite class since four months old
- Already sings every word of “This Wish” from Disney’s Wish
- Requests High School Musical 2 soundtrack on repeat during walks and car rides
While Tisdale wants a “very normal childhood” for Jupiter, she predicts a future in music thanks to dad Christopher French’s composer genes.
Emerson Clover French, 1
The family’s September 6, 2024 addition completed the foursome. Tisdale captioned Emerson’s first photo: “All three of us are obsessed with you.”
The pregnancy announcement came three days after Jupiter’s third birthday. Tisdale admitted her first pregnancy was “physically really hard” and initially swore off a second round.
Watching Jupiter socialize with other kids changed her mind: “Do I see Ju-Ju as like, an only child?” The couple decided she needed a sibling, leading to Emerson’s arrival.
Balancing Fame and Family
Tisdale told News Of Los Angeles in December 2024 that motherhood is “the best thing in the entire world,” yet she’s been candid about the mental load.
In a January 2026 essay for The Cut, she revealed walking away from a mom friend group that felt toxic:
> Ashley Tisdale wrote: “Motherhood has enough challenges without having to wonder if the people around you are on your side. You deserve to go through motherhood with people who actually, you know, like you.”
Key Takeaways
- Jupiter, 4, is a budding singer who adores her mom’s High School Musical legacy
- Emerson, 1, joined the family in September 2024 after Tisdale overcame fears of a second pregnancy
- Tisdale prioritizes a healthy support system, ditching groups that drain rather than uplift
With two girls, a music-filled home, and a refreshed outlook on friendships, Tisdale is writing her own script for modern motherhood.
