Michelle Keegan looked effortlessly chic while spending a sunny Friday afternoon with her baby daughter, Palma.
The 37-year-old actress, who welcomed her little one with husband Mark Wright just last month, shared a sweet moment from their outing at a fun fair on Instagram.
The snapshot, with the caption “Hiya,” gave followers a glimpse into their family time.
Michelle’s Casual Yet Chic Look
For the day out, Michelle paired a stylish brown leather jacket with alabaster trousers and comfy trainers.
She accessorized with sunglasses to shield her eyes from the bright sun.
Her long brunette hair was styled in a relaxed half-up, half-down look, while she lovingly pushed her daughter in a luxury £1,249 iCandy Peach 7 Coco pushchair.
Mark Wright Shares His Fatherhood Journey
Earlier that day, Mark Wright also gave fans a rare look at their newborn daughter when he brought Palma to work with him.
The proud father, who hosts Heart FM, shared a heartwarming moment as he held Palma over his shoulder in the radio studio.
He couldn’t help but express how incredible it felt, calling it “the best feeling ever.”
The Meaning Behind Palma’s Name
During an appearance on This Morning, Mark opened up about the inspiration behind his daughter’s name.
When asked about reports that Palma was named after their favorite Spanish resort, Mark simply clarified, “That’s what the papers say, we just love the name.”
He continued, “We love the name Palmer with an ‘er’ and liked how it sounded. We just love it.”
Advice from Ed Sheeran and the Joy of Fatherhood
Mark also shared a piece of fatherhood advice he received from Ed Sheeran, who has two daughters.
Mark explained, “We saw Ed last week, and he just walked up and said, ‘Trust me, it gets easier.'”
Despite some of the challenges, Mark described fatherhood as “incredible,” and added, “They say it’s the best feeling in the world, and they’re not wrong.”
Reflecting on Fatherhood and Family
Mark has often referred to becoming a father as the “biggest achievement” of his life since Palma’s birth on March 6.
He shared his deep admiration for Michelle, acknowledging her strength in bringing their daughter into the world.
“It makes you realize what our mums did for us. I have so much more respect for what women go through,” he said.
He also fondly recalled the first time he held Palma, admitting it was an emotional moment that truly put everything else into perspective.
“That moment when I held her in my arms, it gets me emotional now just thinking about it,” he confessed.
A New Chapter for Mark and Michelle
Mark and Michelle’s love for Palma is evident in the way they’ve embraced their new life as parents.
The couple announced Palma’s birth last month with a touching black-and-white photo of their newborn’s tiny hand, dressed in a crochet set.
It’s believed they chose the name Palma due to their connection with Mallorca, their favorite holiday destination.
Michelle and Mark have been married since May 2015 and live in a mansion they built together in Essex, marking a new chapter in their family’s life.
With Palma in their arms, their dreams are now fulfilled in a way they never expected.