Actress Lily Collins has given fans a beautiful glimpse into her first holiday season as a mother. The 'Emily in Paris' star, 36, celebrated Christmas with her infant daughter, Tove, and shared the intimate, magical moments with her followers on Instagram.
A Magical First Christmas for Baby Tove
On Thursday, December 25, Lily Collins posted a series of heartwarming pictures capturing her daughter's inaugural Christmas. The actress described feeling "all the magic of the holidays" during this special time. The photos showcased a cozy, family-centric celebration, a stark contrast to the glamorous Parisian life of her on-screen character, Emily.
The collection included adorable shots of baby Tove in festive pajamas, the family's holiday decorations, and a tender selfie of Collins with her little one. "Soaking in these moments in every way," the new mom expressed, highlighting the profound joy of her new role.
The Meaning Behind the Name Tove
Since announcing her daughter's birth in February this year, there has been considerable curiosity about the baby's unique name. Tove Jane McDowell arrived via surrogacy, an journey for which Collins and her husband, director Charlie McDowell, expressed endless gratitude.
The name Tove holds Norse and Scandinavian origins, deriving from the Old Norse name Tófam. It beautifully means "beloved" or "beautiful," a fitting choice for the couple's first child. Collins introduced her daughter to the world on Instagram with the caption, "Welcome to the center of our world, Tove Jane McDowell."
Lily Collins' Heartfelt Motherhood Journey
Lily Collins has been openly sharing her experiences of parenthood on social media. Earlier this year, on her first Mother's Day, she penned an emotional note dedicated to Tove. She spoke about how her daughter had expanded her world and broadened her horizons.
"You have expanded my world, broadened my horizons, and widened my smile more than I knew was possible," she wrote. The Christmas photos further cement this narrative of a deeply cherished and personal motherhood journey, far removed from the red carpets and spotlights.
The festive post also included a sweet picture of Collins kissing her husband, Charlie McDowell, rounding off the family celebration. The actress extended warm holiday wishes to her fans, writing, "Wishing you and yours the merriest Christmas and happiest holiday season…"
