Barbara Palvin Opens Up About Returning After Childbirth
Speaking to Page Six backstage before the show, Palvin said returning to work after giving birth was a normal part of life for many women.
“I tell everyone: This is normal. Maternity leave is six to eight weeks; I’m six weeks tomorrow, so I’m just doing what everyone [else] is doing. And I only need to walk down a runway!” she said.
The model also shared her excitement about the event, adding that she hoped everything would go smoothly.
“I’m happy. I’m excited. I hope I don’t fall!” Palvin joked.
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Her comments highlighted her enthusiasm for returning to modelling while adjusting to life as a new mother.
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The Model Shares Her Postpartum Recovery Experience
Palvin also discussed how she approached recovery after childbirth. She said her body recovered relatively quickly and explained that she focused on eating well, allowing herself time to heal, and doing light exercises.
“Funny enough, my body bounced back — luckily — really quickly,” she told the outlet.
The model added that she prioritised healthy food during pregnancy and continued to focus on nutrition while breastfeeding.
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She explained that she allowed her body to recover naturally rather than pushing herself through an intense exercise routine.
Palvin’s experience reflects her personal recovery journey. Every pregnancy and postpartum recovery is different, so her approach should not be treated as a standard or expectation for other mothers.
Barbara Palvin Celebrates Mothers on the Runway
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Before the show, Palvin also shared an encouraging message for women balancing motherhood with their careers.
“We’re capable of everything. We’re strong, and I know this journey is crazy. But we’re freaking mothers, so let’s f**king go!” she said.
The supermodel first walked for Victoria’s Secret in 2012, when she was 19. Her latest appearance marked another milestone in her long-running relationship with the brand.
Her husband, Dylan Sprouse, also showed his support as she returned to the runway. The couple have shared glimpses of their new life as parents since announcing their daughter’s arrival.
When Did Barbara Palvin and Dylan Sprouse Welcome Their Baby?
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Palvin and Sprouse welcomed their first child, a daughter, on September 7, according to their announcement.
The couple shared the news in a joint Instagram post on September 28. Their playful caption read, “We took Labor Day literally this year.”
The accompanying photograph showed the new parents posing with their baby girl, with all three wearing Los Angeles Dodgers jerseys.
They had announced the pregnancy in May 2026, sharing their excitement about starting a family.
Now, with Palvin back on the runway and Sprouse cheering her on, the couple are beginning a new chapter that combines parenthood with their professional lives.