Samantha Busch, wife of NASCAR driver Kyle Busch and mother to their two children, Brexton and Lennix, has spoken openly about the challenges of motherhood and the mom guilt she experiences. She shared how she confronts these feelings of guilt with intentional parenting, emphasizing quality time and presence with each child.
The couple, well known in the motorsport world, has faced significant obstacles in expanding their family. Their son Brexton, now 10 years old, was conceived through IVF, but subsequent pregnancies resulted in heartbreak. After enduring several miscarriages, Samantha and Kyle turned to surrogacy, welcoming their daughter Lennix in 2022.
Balancing the demands of parenting two young children has led Samantha to reflect on the pressures she places on herself as a mother, which in turn fuels feelings of guilt. Speaking candidly on her recent podcast, she described the difficulty of managing these emotions while trying to remain fully present for each child.
“Oh my gosh, I struggle with mom guilt so bad. Like we are in Sonoma and we were doing a wine tasting with our friends and it was great, but I was like, damn. What if I’m missing this, what Lennix is doing or Brexton’s doing, and it’s really hard… but like I think one thing for me that I really try to do is be really intentional with time with my kids.” —Samantha Busch
“So putting the phone down, taking her out to the pool, taking her out to the garden. Brexton and I like I love this age. It’s like, hey let’s go [to this place], he loves going to like Birkdale; he loves steak, and so like we’ll go to Red Rocks and he wants steak and then we’ll go to the movies and like just him time… and so just like being super intentional.” —Samantha Busch
Challenges Faced by Kyle and Samantha Busch in Parenthood and Marriage
Kyle and Samantha Busch’s journey has been marked by both joyous moments and difficult struggles. The couple met in 2007 and married in 2010. While their relationship started strong, their path to parenthood proved to be complex. Their first child, Brexton, was born after successful IVF treatment. However, Samantha endured several miscarriages in their attempts to have a second child, causing emotional strain for both.
During this painful period, Samantha found herself grieving deeply, while Kyle appeared to move forward more quickly. This difference in coping created a rift between them, prompting the couple to seek marriage counseling to mend their relationship and understand each other better.
With professional guidance and mutual effort, Kyle and Samantha worked through these challenges. Their lives took a brighter turn with the birth of their daughter Lennix via surrogacy in 2022, and the couple now appears to have strengthened their bond and family life.
How Intentional Parenting Helps Manage the Pressures of Motherhood
Samantha Busch’s approach to overcoming mom guilt centers on being purposeful with how she spends her time with Brexton and Lennix. She highlights the importance of disconnecting from distractions, such as putting away phones, and engaging in activities that foster connection and enjoyment for each child individually and together.
For Brexton, Samantha enjoys taking him to his favorite spots like Birkdale or to eat steak, followed by a movie outing, ensuring her son feels special and appreciated. With Lennix, simple, attentive activities like pool time or exploring the garden help create meaningful moments.
Through this deliberate focus on quality time and presence, Samantha finds a way to alleviate some of the guilt she feels, reinforcing her commitment to parenting with intention despite the pressures.
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. Where will Kyle Busch go in 2026?
A. CONCORD, N.C. — Kyle Busch will keep racing the No. 8 Chevrolet for Richard Childress Racing until the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season. Busch and RCR shared this news on Saturday at Charlotte Motor Speedway.
Q. Will Kyle Busch retire?
A. Kyle Busch has decided to extend his contract with Richard Childress Racing until 2026, as retiring isn’t something he’s considering yet. The two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion aims to race alongside his son Brexton in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, which he plans to do in about six years.
