Gisele Bündchen is gracefully embarking on her postpartum journey, just a month after welcoming her newborn. On Sunday, March 9th, paparazzi snapped the supermodel-turned-author enjoying a leisurely outing with her partner, Joaquim Valente, and her 12-year-old daughter Vivian, as reported by TMZ through exclusive photos. This public appearance marked the trio's first sighting since Bündchen gave birth to their bundle of joy in February.
Bündchen also shares custody of Vivian and her 15-year-old son Benjamin with her ex-husband, Tom Brady. The former NFL legend is also the father of an older son, Jack, from a previous relationship with Bridget Moynahan, whom Bündchen played a pivotal role in raising for a significant portion of his upbringing.
The couple exuded a relaxed and laid-back vibe during their initial public stroll, with Bündchen's hair neatly tied back in a loose bun. Their chemistry was palpable, reflecting a deep-seated comfort and ease.
Bündchen and Valente's romance blossomed in the summer of 2023, and she candidly discussed their bond in a March 2024 interview with The New York Times. "This is the first time I'm in a relationship with someone who was first a dear friend," she revealed. "It's profoundly different—honest, transparent, and genuine."
Months later, in October 2024, the joyful news of their impending bundle of joy was shared with the world. "Gisele and Joaquim have been cohabitating for over a year, and the prospect of expanding their family fills them with immense excitement," an exclusive source told Us Weekly. "Shortly after Brady and Bündchen's divorce was finalized, they moved in together swiftly and have been inseparable ever since."
Another insider shared insights into the unique dynamics of their relationship. "They've always had undeniable chemistry and share a myriad of common interests. They've been deeply in love for quite some time," the insider revealed. Furthermore, Benjamin and Vivian have warmly embraced Valente, who had been residing in their Miami home for quite a while.
Prior to making her pregnancy public, Bündchen thoughtfully informed her ex-husband of the upcoming addition to her family. "When Gisele broke the news to the kids, she ensured Tom was also in the loop," the source continued. "She wanted to extend him the courtesy, knowing the children would eventually tell him regardless."
Initially, Brady was "taken aback" by his ex-wife's pregnancy but eventually "felt genuine happiness" for her, according to the source. "It was a tough pill to swallow initially," the source elaborated. "But he knows Gisele is an exemplary mother and was always destined for more motherhood."
