Melania Trump is known for her side eye and blank expression when she’s around her husband, Donald Trump. Even when she’s around adults carrying out her FLOTUS duties, she isn’t seen smiling that much. But she smiles the brightest when she is surrounded by children.
She displays an infectious smile and a gentle aura when she’s around children. Melania Trump appears more playful and approachable when she meets students or young children at charity events.
There is a softness when she communicates with kids with a bright smile. This shows kids mean a lot to her, as her body language also appears to be more open during such public appearances. She makes eye contact, takes initiative and leans in, looking fully engaged when she is with kids.
For instance, in her visit to the Children’s National Hospital in July 2025, she looked happy and was having fun sitting with the children. On the other hand, Melania is seldom seen open and smiling at other public events that do not involve children.
Babies can sense love, warmth, and kindness. First Lady Melania Trump’s was so gentle while connecting with this adorable baby.pic.twitter.com/20iKSHKA03
— (news) DOGE (@DOGE__news) October 21, 2025
In fact, she has been photographed looking bored and sleepy at certain public events she attended with Trump. Looks like children bring out the best in Melania, as they have a way to break through her serious public persona. The innocence of kids and playfulness add to Melania’s charms that no other person can match.
Melania shows a genuine interest in children and their well-being. She connects with the young generation with warmth. Apart from this, she has also worked for causes for kids’ benefits.
During Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin’s visit to Alaska, she sent a powerful peace letter urging an end to the Russia-Ukraine war and advocating for the safety of children. Advocating for displaced kids, she made an impact as they were reunited with their families.
Her letter starts with, “Every child shares the same quiet dreams in their heart … They dream of love, possibility, and safety from danger.” This shows how compassionate she is towards little ones.
She may not smile on all occasions, keeping her demeanor more serious, but she has always strived to protect children and keep them safe. With Barron Trump, she has been a hands-on, devoted mother who has worked to keep him out of the public eye.
