Ireland Baldwin, the daughter of Alec Baldwin and Kim Basinger, opens up about her challenging upbringing in a blog post titled '30, Flirty, and Surviving'. She reflects on her childhood, describing it as 'lonely' due to the absence of two parents and siblings. Ireland's post highlights her struggle with family dynamics, particularly criticizing her 'narcissistic, unreliable, addict' relatives. She emphasizes the liberating realization that these individuals were toxic and emphasizes the importance of protecting her daughter from them.
In her blog, Ireland shares her journey over the past decade, marked by pain and self-discovery. She advises readers not to pretend to be someone they're not and to avoid trying to change others. Ireland also addresses her body image struggles, repeatedly stating, 'You are not fat.'
The model praises her stepmother, Hilaria Baldwin, and clarifies that she is not seeking to secure an inheritance. Ireland's post concludes with an optimistic outlook, expressing her desire to find her own 'village' and focusing on her personal growth and happiness.