Gisele Bündchen is embracing the joys of motherhood in a deeply personal post shared on Instagram this past Mother’s Day. The supermodel, who recently welcomed a newborn with her boyfriend Joaquim Valente, posted a heartwarming collection of photos celebrating her family.
“I’ve been quiet over here but very busy living life. Sometimes, the most beautiful moments aren’t shared, they’re simply lived.” she captioned the carousel of images. “Lately, I’ve been embracing the slower rhythms, the real connections, the beauty in the lessons that come with being present.”
In one of the photos, Bündchen beams as she holds her baby, who is swaddled in a white onesie with “I heart mom” stitched across the back. The picture captures a tender, quiet moment between mother and child, away from the usual public glare.
A Tribute to Her Late Mother
Amidst the photos with her children, Bündchen also honored her late mother, who passed away from cancer in January 2024.
In a heartfelt message, Bündchen wrote, “Today, on Mother’s Day, I specially miss my mom, but my heart is full.”
“Being a mother it’s been my greatest gift, a journey that humbles me, teaches me, and fills me with gratitude every single day.” Her words resonate deeply, as she acknowledged the profound impact of motherhood on her life.
Bündchen closed the post with a warm tribute to mothers everywhere: “To all the mothers out there, your love shapes the world in ways words can’t describe. I see you, I honor you. Happy mother’s day! Sending so much love your way!”
Family Celebrations and Reflections
The post also featured a joyous photo of Bündchen in a big group hug with her two older children, Benjamin and Vivian, whom she shares with ex-husband Tom Brady. The family moment highlighted the close bonds that continue to define her life, even as she embarks on this new chapter with her partner Joaquim Valente.
A New Beginning with Joaquim Valente
Bündchen’s pregnancy news made waves in October 2024, marking the next chapter in her personal life with Joaquim Valente. The couple had begun dating just months earlier, in June 2023, following her divorce from Brady. A source close to the couple shared with People magazine at the time, “Gisele and Joaquim are happy for this new chapter in their life and they’re looking forward to creating a peaceful and loving environment for the whole family.”
Their relationship had sparked rumors, especially after Bündchen’s divorce from Brady was finalized in October 2022. The couple’s connection was initially rumored to be purely professional, with Valente serving as the family’s martial arts instructor. However, when the relationship turned romantic, some online speculation suggested an affair between Bündchen and Valente.
Setting the Record Straight
Bündchen has been vocal in addressing the unfounded rumors. In a March 2024 interview with The New York Times, she firmly denied the affair allegations, stating, “That is a lie.” She explained how such rumors are often directed at women who choose to leave an unhealthy relationship, noting, “This is something that happens to a lot of women who get blamed when they have the courage to leave an unhealthy relationship and are labeled as being unfaithful.”
Her words shed light on the double standards women often face in the public eye, a theme that has been amplified due to her high-profile divorce and subsequent relationship. “They have to deal with their communities. They have to deal with their family. Of course, for me, it just happens to be a little bit amplified,” she added, reflecting on how the scrutiny surrounding her life can be overwhelming but is a reality for many women who navigate similar challenges.
With her family, new baby, and supportive partner by her side, Gisele Bündchen is finding peace and joy in the present moment, a sentiment she continues to share with her millions of followers.
