Gisele Bundchen - On Motherhood, New Priorities, and the Power of Being Herself

At the beginning of this year, 44-year-old supermodel Gisele Bündchen became a mother once again — she gave birth to a son with her boyfriend Joaquim Valente, with whom she’s been in a happy relationship for nearly two years. Recently, Gisele appeared on the cover of Vogue France for the first time since giving birth and opened up about her experience with motherhood and the changes it’s brought to her life.

“Now that my baby sleeps through the night, I’ve regained control of my rhythm,” the star admitted. Every mother knows how much depends on sleep — or the lack of it. Even the brightest day can become a struggle. But right now, Gisele says she truly appreciates the ability to be home with her children and enjoy every moment.

This break from work wasn’t just a much-needed rest — it became a powerful time for reflection. After separating from her ex-husband, legendary football player Tom Brady, Gisele says she feels stronger and more secure in herself: “I feel comfortable in my own skin, and my priorities are clearer. I’m grateful for where I am now. I know I earned it.”

The arrival of her third child was unexpected. According to insiders, Gisele and Joaquim hadn’t planned to have a baby, but Joaquim had always wanted a family, which made this gift from life all the more meaningful. His patience and gentleness haven’t gone unnoticed — even Gisele’s older children have taken lessons from him and enjoy playing with their new “dad.”

The baby’s name hasn’t been revealed yet, but it’s known that his middle name is River, symbolizing nature and the flow of life — something deeply important to Gisele at this stage in her journey.

Today, what matters most to the model is family, love, and those fleeting moments of happiness she cherishes above all else. This new chapter in Gisele Bündchen’s life proves that a woman’s true strength lies in finding balance between caring for others and herself — all while staying true to who she is.