Georgina Wilson’s social media feeds paint the picture of a fast-paced, jet-setting life— from partying in Shanghai in February, to skiing in Niseko in March, and hopping between Beijing, Manila, Bangkok, and Hong Kong throughout April.
She is also active as the face and co-founder of Sunnies Inc, which began as an eyewear brand and has since expanded into a café and a makeup line.
Beyond the glamorous travels and business ventures, Georgina occasionally offers glimpses into her life as a mother to her three children — Archie, 9; Alfie, 6; and Charlotte, 5.
A PEEK INTO GEORGINA WILSON's life AS A MOM
At the launch of Promil's Gifted Brain Adventure, Georgina opened up even more about motherhood, sharing stories about her second son, Alfie, who, like his mom, is also the brand’s ambassador.
She beamed at his interest in language and reading—a notable feat, especially at a time when most children are drawn to gadgets.
“With Alfie, specifically, he is actually learning Mandarin, and…Filipino, obviously, at home.
“So, I see him, I practice his homework with him, and he's actually teaching me, which is so cool.
“He teaches me the pronunciation, and he has focus and ability to pronounce this language…
“He’s also very interested in reading now. I feel like it's a whole new world that he has unlocked.
“And he now brings the book, you know, even when he goes to the bathroom or the, like, on the bus, he always has his book.
“So, I think that that's a really fascinating thing for me to see my son just discover new worlds through reading.”
How did she do that?
“Books, give him time to read, give him space to do that. But it's really his initiative also that he wants to read,” she said.
GEORGINA WILSON ON CHILDREN'S SCREEN TIME
The 40-year-old mother said she tries to match her children’s learning pace.
“I don't know if you feel this way, too, but I feel like their brains are so, they're just rapidly expanding and learning new things.
“Sometimes I feel challenged to put forward things that will constantly interest them and entertain them.
“Not necessarily entertain, but you know what I mean, like, just help enhance this gifted brain.”
So she avoids “overstimulation,” which can come from colorful, animated videos and games.
She underlined: “You wanna keep them curious, keep learning, but, at the same time, not overwhelm.
“Yes, because they said, sometimes, it's really good for children to get bored because that's where they become creative.”
Though she is social media-savvy, she does not consider gadgets a parenting ally.
“I just want the children to grow up as similarly as possible to how we grew up, and I just, I think gadgets stunt, you know, development.
“I’d rather they read a book...I'd rather they be bored, honestly.”
What’s her worry as a mom?
Her reply touched not only on nutrition for the body, but for the brain as well. “Sometimes, I worry…are they getting enough nutrients? I'm sure every mother or father here has wondered, like, is it enough?
“Are they, are they eating properly? And is it sufficient for their brain growth?”
Fortunately, Georgina said her children know more about nutrition than she did at their age.
“I feel like our kids also…like, now, in this generation, they're so much more aware of food.
“I mean, when I was younger, I didn't know protein and carbohydrates, but my kids are always like, 'Mom, you gotta get your protein in,' or whatever.
“You know, they know what they need. It's so impressive. And they're like, ‘Mom, your plate doesn't have enough…’ You know, they comment.”
But there are traditions she could not let go of, and one of them is milk—also a staple in her childhood.
Georgina continued: “You know what's so sweet? [Alfie] says, ‘Mama, can I have my special milk?’
“He calls it his special milk. And it's actually a reward for him when he does something.
“So he's like, ‘Mama, it's time for my special milk.’
“I feel like I'm really winning in life, that it's really good for him and he considers it a reward. So I'm like, yay.”
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