Julia Stiles reveals she quietly welcomed third child with husband Preston Cook

The actress quietly welcomed baby No. 3 with husband Preston Cook last year. "I'm like a whirlwind of emotions. I have a 5-month-old baby and just directed my first movie," Stiles, 43, shared in a recent New York Times interview. Despite sleep deprivation, she feels more energized than ever. She didn't share more about the baby's name or gender. 

However, the "10 Things I Hate About You" actress did mention how being a parent has influenced her professional approach. "Being a mom is excellent training for directing," she said. "You must anticipate while staying present." You must excel in time management and adeptly balance others' needs while maintaining personal boundaries. 

She and Cook are parents to two sons. They got married in September 2017 on a Seattle beach while she was pregnant with their first child. The newlyweds welcomed their children Strummer (6) and Arlo (2) shortly after their marriage. Despite keeping their children's faces off social media, Stiles has faced mom-shaming from her followers. She snarkily responded to comments about her carrier usage in Dec. 2017, telling haters to have more fun.