Chinese Actress Yang Mi, who is known for being protective of her daughter, recently shared rare insights into her interactions with her 11-year-old daughter nicknamed “Xiao Nuo Mi.” This revelation surprised many and earned praise from netizens for her parenting philosophy.
Yang Mi and Hong Kong actor Hawick Lau have a daughter named “Xiao Nuo Mi,” who has been living in Hong Kong after the couple’s divorce. Despite public perception that Yang Mi’s busy work schedule limits her time with her daughter, leading some to criticize her mothering skills, a recent interview with a Chinese media outlet shed light on their mother-daughter bond.
During the interview, Yang Mi spoke of her daughter’s artistic talent and shared moments of their private interactions. Yang Mi recounted an instance where her child hesitantly asked, “Can I be a painter?” Without hesitation, Yang Mi replied, “Of course!” This simple statement reflects her parenting philosophy of supporting her daughter, echoing her previous statement that she would support her daughter if she wanted to be a magician. This approach emphasizes that children are individuals, and parents should support rather than dictate their paths, earning her the title of a “super warm exemplary star mom” from netizens.
According to reports from Hong Kong media, “Xiao Nuo Mi” not only inherits Yang Mi’s delicate features and tall stature but also possesses various artistic talents. Yang Mi actively engages her daughter in creating art, discussing themes and brainstorming content together to stimulate the child’s creativity like partners. She selects toys with the theme of the Snow Queen based on her daughter’s interests, reflecting Xiao Nuo Mi’s love for drama. Liu Dan, Xiao Nuo Mi’s grandfather, revealed that she actively participates in stage plays at school and recently handcrafted a Mother’s Day card for her mom.
Despite criticism over her limited time with her daughter, insiders revealed the challenges Yang Mi faced, including long quarantines during the pandemic, an overwhelming work schedule as a top-tier artist, and her desire to shield her daughter from the spotlight to protect her privacy.
While some netizens speculated that Yang Mi sees her daughter less than five times a year, she actively avoids exposing her daughter to the media and public eye. Many have witnessed her gentle companionship with her daughter in Hong Kong, where she avoids publicity while fulfilling her motherly duties. On Xiao Nuo Mi’s 11th birthday, Yang Mi was spotted at Shenzhen Airport, prompting speculation that she was en route to Hong Kong to celebrate.
As a top Chinese actress, Yang Mi upholds a parenting principle of “protection over exposure.” Since Xiao Nuo Mi’s birth, Yang Mi has never publicized her daughter’s face, even purchasing paparazzi photos to prevent their release. When taking her daughter to school, she takes different routes to avoid disclosing school information. Furthermore, she is cautious about commercial collaborations, never involving her daughter in children’s clothing endorsements.
All these efforts aim to preserve her daughter’s simple and carefree childhood. Netizens express support, stating that true love allows children to be themselves and grow freely.
Despite her focus on work in mainland China, Yang Mi stays connected with her daughter through daily video calls, sharing snippets of their lives. Her close friend Xie Yilin recently revealed on a show that Yang Mi loves sharing photos of Xiao Nuo Mi privately, earning her the title of a “proud mom” who loves showcasing her child.