AceShowbiz - Julia Roberts, the 56-year-old actress, recently celebrated her 17-year-old son Henry's birthday with a heartwarming Instagram post. Roberts gushed about his transformation from a baby into a "towering 17-year-old wonder." She shares Henry with her husband Danny Moder, along with twins Hazel and Phinnaeus, who are now 19.

Roberts has openly shared her experiences as a mother, emphasizing the importance of family and the adjustments she has made throughout the years. After her twins headed off to college, she credits her early career success with allowing her to be present for her children's milestones.

"It was easy to pause work life to nurture my home life," Roberts said. "I had a deep gratitude for that time."

Her parenting approach has remained consistent over the years. She still checks in with her teenagers about essential matters like sleep and safety. Roberts believes in open communication, even as her kids navigate their independence.

"I parent them the same way... I have an immense amount of appreciation for both of my older kids because they still allow me to be the same mom to them," she explained.

While she cherishes her role as a mother, Roberts also recognizes the challenges that come with raising teenagers. She has a "charging station" where everyone is expected to leave their phones when they get home, eliminating distractions during family time.

Roberts has also instilled in her children a sense of responsibility and appreciation for their siblings. In a heartwarming message for her twins' 19th birthday, she wrote, "There are no words for the joy, the fun, the wild rumpus of life together."

As her youngest son Henry grows older, Roberts embraces the changes in her family dynamic. She credits her children for making her journey as a mother a fulfilling one.