"This year brought deep lessons and profound growth," Gisele wrote on Instagram Dec. 31 alongside several photos of her pregnancy journey. "Becoming a mother again reshaped everything—my time, my priorities, my heart."

She continued, "I’m grateful for these sacred moments that changed me in ways words can’t fully hold."

And Gisele explained that she planned to take those lessons of "gratitude, love and trust" into the new year—after she and her family enjoyed a much-needed vacay, of course.

"My heart is full of gratitude for the moments spent recharging with my family," she captioned her Jan. 13 carousel of family pics, adding, "Here’s to making 2026 a truly joyful and meaningful year. Sending so much love."

For more on Gisele's life as a mom of three, keep reading.

Gisele Bündchen's life as a mom includes plenty of kisses from son Benjamin and daughter Vivian, who she shares with ex Tom Brady.

Gisele welcomed her and Joaquim Valente's first child together—a baby boy—in 2025.

In a 2025 recap, Gisele captioned photos of herself with her younget son, "This year brought deep lessons and profound growth. Becoming a mother again reshaped everything—my time, my priorities, my heart."

Gisele and Benjamin got silly during a beach vacation when Vivian was just a baby.

Gisele and her older kids shared a laugh in this sweet family photo.

Vivian definitely inherited her mama's love of yoga.

Benjamin, who is following in his dad's football footsteps, received a kiss from his mom after a game.

There's nothing more heartwarming than a mother-daughter snuggle.

"Happy birthday to this sweet peanut," Gisele wrote in a 2024 birthday tribute to her bonus child Jack, whom Tom shares with ex Bridget Moynahan. "Who turned into a beautiful, kind and incredible young man. We are so lucky to have you in our lives! Love you so much."

Gisele showed how Benjamin was growing up fast with this photo of the two back-to-back.

Gisele and Vivian shared a cute moment during a 2023 vacation to Brazil.

The supermodel got a sweet wake-up call from her daughter. Gisele and Benjamin practiced yoga by the beach.

A mother's kiss is sweeter than a popsicle.

Gisele snuck in a kiss after her son gave her a piece of his artwork as a gift.

Gisele and Benjamin took the horses for a walk down the trail.

Gisele showed her daughter the beauty of nature. Gisele and the kids enjoyed a nice day by the beach.

The whole family let loose together and had fun playing.

Benjamin showed his enthusiasm for yoga as he hung with his mom on the beach at sunset.

Gisele and the kids made sure to support their dad during his big football game.

Vivian tried to imitate her mother's every move during a yoga session.

Gisele lifted her little one up into the air during a carefree beach day.

Gisele shared her love of a healthy lifestyle by leading Vivian in an outdoor yoga session.

Gisele proved she loves doing everything with her kids, even involving them in her fitness routine.

Vivian attempted her best yoga pose next to her mother. Gisele makes it look so easy being a mom.

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