Behind the Glamour: Ivana Trump's Surprising $4 An Hour Parenting Method with Her Kids

Ivana Trump employed a distinct approach to parenting her three children with Donald Trump, emphasizing productivity, discipline, and understanding the essence of money. In a 2017 Fox interview promoting her book, “Raising Trump,” this late Czech-American entrepreneur illuminated her efforts to instill a robust work ethic in Donald Jr., Ivanka, and Eric from a young age. “I allotted enough money for them to treat their friends but never more,” Ivana, who passed away on July 14, 2022, shared. Rather than indulging them, she emphasized productivity and responsibility. Summers were spent in Europe, but work awaited their return. Starting at ten, the Trump children were expected to labor, learning negotiation and earning skills, with Ivana famously stating, “If you don’t ask, you don’t get.” A structured, busy routine, she believed, deterred mischief. She left behind $34 million, showcasing her financial savvy.