Parenting Challenges in the Spotlight: Kelly Stafford's Candid Insights on Bringing Daughters to NFL Games

Kelly Stafford, the wife of Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford, has opened up about the unique challenges of bringing her young daughters to their father's NFL games. In a recent episode of her podcast "The Morning After," Stafford shared her relatable struggles with keeping her kids engaged and entertained during the high-stakes football events.

Navigating the Distractions and Costs of Bringing Kids to NFL Games

The Struggle to Keep Kids Engaged

Kelly Stafford revealed that her daughters, twins Sawyer and Chandler (7 years old), Hunter (6 years old), and Tyler (4 years old), often find themselves more interested in coloring and using tablets than actually watching the game. "There's this section in the suite where the food is and you can sit and have a cocktail or something to eat, and my kids are sitting there coloring," Stafford said. "I'm going, 'Hey, there's a reason I bring you to these games. To be honest, this is a wasted ticket. You could do this at home, watch on TV and color.'"Stafford acknowledged the challenge of keeping her children focused on the action on the field, especially when they have access to more entertaining distractions. "We bring the coloring and the iPads so that they don't have the tantrums and bother other people in the suite," she explained. "Because people are there to watch the game."

The Financial Burden of Bringing a Family to NFL Games

The cost of bringing her entire family to the games is another concern for Stafford. "As much as I really want them to be there because I know their Dad wants them there, I'm also like, am I wasting money bringing you to these games?" she questioned.With the price of tickets, transportation, and other expenses, Stafford is understandably worried about the financial impact of taking her four daughters to every home game. "Part of me is like, maybe I just don't bring anything and then they learn," she admitted, suggesting that a more hands-off approach might be more cost-effective.

Balancing Expectations and Parental Duties

Despite the challenges, Stafford remains determined to provide her daughters with the opportunity to support their father and experience the excitement of an NFL game. "I feel like I expect a lot," she acknowledged. "Listen, your dad is out there. You need to pay attention and ask questions."Stafford's parental duties extend beyond just keeping her children entertained. She also wants them to engage with the game and show genuine interest in their father's profession. "Chandler, one of the twins, she's very, very curious about the sport and is always watching and asking," Stafford shared, expressing her pride in her daughter's growing enthusiasm for football.

A Successful Outing with the Extended Family

Despite the distractions and concerns, Stafford's recent trip to the Rams' game against the Las Vegas Raiders seemed to be a success. With the support of her parents and a group of friends, Stafford was able to manage her daughters' behavior and keep them relatively engaged."I think my parents were wildly impressed with my kids in the suite," Stafford said, suggesting that her efforts to entertain and control her children paid off. The Stafford family's ability to navigate the challenges of attending an NFL game with young children serves as a testament to the resilience and adaptability of modern parenting.As the Rams prepare for their next home game against the Minnesota Vikings, Kelly Stafford and her family will undoubtedly face new challenges and opportunities to create lasting memories. The Staffords' story highlights the unique experiences and sacrifices that come with being part of an NFL family, and the importance of finding the right balance between parental responsibilities and the desire to support one's spouse in their professional endeavors.