Jason Kelce Shares Hilarious Moment Daughter Wants to Be a Dolphin Trainer — And Offers Parenting Advice That Makes Moms and Dads Think Twice

Former NFL star Jason Kelce knows a thing or two about chaos — both on the football field and at home. On a recent episode of the New Heights podcast, Jason shared a laugh-out-loud moment that also carried a deeper parenting lesson: his daughter Wyatt once announced she’d rather become a dolphin trainer than help take care of her younger siblings.

Recalling the scene with his trademark humor, Jason described how Wyatt, full of unfiltered childhood honesty, made the bold declaration during a particularly hectic day. While the moment sparked plenty of laughter, it also sparked reflection. Jason used the story to highlight a larger point: parenting “wild” kids isn’t about taming their spirit — it’s about guiding it.

Raising four young children — Wyatt, Elliotte, Bennett, and newborn Brooks — has taught Jason that high energy and occasional chaos are natural parts of growing up. Instead of trying to force kids into neat, quiet behavior, he encourages channeling their energy into sports, creative outlets, and activities that build discipline while letting their personalities shine. It’s a philosophy rooted in his own upbringing alongside brother Travis Kelce, where roughhousing, sports, and a bit of managed chaos were part of everyday life.

Travis chimed in during the podcast, sharing that their parents allowed them to be “wild” within safe boundaries. Wrestling in the living room or playing football in the backyard wasn’t discouraged — it was embraced, helping the brothers develop resilience, teamwork, and self-control.

Jason emphasized that comparing kids to others is a dangerous trap. “Every child grows at their own pace,” he said. “It’s about guiding who they are, not who you want them to be.”

For parents feeling overwhelmed or judged, Jason and Travis offered simple, heartfelt advice: laugh at the madness, set loose boundaries, and let your kids’ wild spirits find positive paths.

Their raw, relatable approach to parenting resonated deeply with fans — proof that sometimes the messiest moments carry the most meaningful lessons.