Nick Cannon, the multifaceted entertainer, recently opened up about his expansive family and how his children, particularly his firstborn twins with Mariah Carey, are adjusting to having numerous siblings.

In a candid conversation on the Howie Mandel Does Stuff podcast, Cannon discussed his life as a father of 12 children with multiple women, emphasizing his openness about his personal life. He shared that his children, especially his 11-year-old twins Moroccan and Monroe, seem to enjoy their large family dynamic, finding fun and excitement in their growing brood.

As his twins approach their 12th birthday, Cannon reflected on the evolving nature of their relationship, noting that they are now engaging in more meaningful conversations. Despite the unique circumstances of their upbringing, with a world-renowned entertainer as their mother and Cannon himself as their father, Cannon praised his children for their intelligence, self-awareness, and values.

These conversations sometimes involve discussions about their siblings and the controversies that have surrounded Cannon over the years. However, Cannon emphasized that his children understand that he is not infallible and that he acknowledges his mistakes.

In addition to Moroccan and Monroe, Cannon shares children with several other women, including five-month-old Rise, two-year-old Powerful, and six-year-old Golden with Brittany Bell; three-month-old Beautiful and one-year-old twins Zion and Zillion with Abby De la Rosa; two-month-old Halo and late son Zen with Alyssa Scott; seven-month-old Legendary with Bree Tacy; and five-month-old Onyx with Lyn Nisha Cole.

Despite his already large family, Cannon hinted that he might not be done expanding it, expressing a love for children and families and acknowledging that he’s open to the idea of having more kids. However, he clarified that he’s not actively planning for more children and joked about his therapist suggesting celibacy.

In essence, Nick Cannon’s journey as a father of 12 is a testament to his love for his children and his commitment to being present in their lives, both personally and professionally.