Lily Collins and Charlie McDowell have joyfully welcomed their first child, a baby girl named Tove Jane McDowell, via surrogacy. The couple announced the news on social media, expressing their immense gratitude to their surrogate and all those who supported them throughout the process. Their heartfelt announcement marks a significant milestone in their journey as a family.
Collins, who is the daughter of renowned musician Phil Collins and his second wife Jill Tavelman, has been open about her struggles with an eating disorder during her teenage years. In discussing her health challenges, she explained her motivation stemmed from her desire to start a family. “My reason to finally start talking about [my eating disorder] was the moment I realised I wanted a family. I wanted kids. I didn't want this to be something I bring into that,” she shared.
The couple married on September 4, 2021, in a ceremony that captured their love and commitment. McDowell took to Instagram to share his feelings, stating, “I married the most generous, thoughtful, and beautiful person I've ever known. I love you, Lily Collins.” Collins echoed similar sentiments on social media, expressing her deep love for McDowell, stating she had “never wanted to be someone's someone more than she does Charlie's.”
Both Collins and McDowell have emphasized the importance of recovery in their lives. “Everyone has a different form of recovery. I never had an 'aha' moment,” Collins reflected, indicating how personal and unique each individual's journey can be.
In announcing the arrival of their daughter, Collins shared her joy in a heartfelt post. “Welcome to the centre of our world Tove Jane McDowell. Words will never express our endless gratitude for our incredible surrogate and everyone who helped us along the way. We love you to the moon and back again,” she wrote.
The couple’s commitment to each other and their newfound roles as parents highlights the strength of their relationship. As they embark on this new chapter together, Collins and McDowell continue to inspire others with their love story and openness about personal struggles.
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