Inside Hilary Swank’s Life With Her Million Dollar Babies

Inside Hilary Swank's Life With Her Million Dollar Babies

As I delve deeper into Hilary Swank’s captivating social media feed, I can’t help but be in awe of the richness and depth of her experiences. Her journey to motherhood is nothing short of inspiring – from proudly displaying her growing baby bump at the Golden Globes to providing playful updates on her pregnancy, every post radiates joy and anticipation.


Hilary Swank can recall the moment her world got just a bit brighter. 

When my husband Philip Schneider and I brought our little angels, Aya and Ohm, into the world in April 2023 despite the gloomy weather, I couldn’t help but play one of my favorite tunes for them. I shared this heartwarming moment on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon during a February 14th interview, explaining that “We played ‘Here Comes the Sun’ for them right from the start.”

In the coastal city of Bellingham, Washington, close to the Canadian border, where she was born only a few days before her late father’s birthday on July 30, the two-time Oscar winner reminisced. “It rains a lot there,” she shared. “Even when you were born, it was raining. But we thought, ‘Spring is coming, and with it the sun and your two little selves.'”

Ever since, the 15-month-old twins have brought more than just the proverbial sunshine. 

The actress from Ordinary Angels enthusiastically expressed her feelings about parenthood, stating that it surpasses all expectations in terms of joy, fun, exhaustion – it simply encompasses more than she ever imagined. She described it as incredibly glorious and an extraordinarily wonderful experience.

Because much like any new parent, she’s delighting in each tiny, adorable milestone. 

I once encountered a remarkable young Syrian refugee named Aya during a humanitarian trip to Lebanon. Her resilience and inner strength shone brightly amidst the adversity she faced. My husband and I were deeply moved by her spirit and decided on the spot that we wanted to honor her memory by using her name for our future child.

And their Aya is already showing a similar strength.

1. As she amassed her assortment of plush toys, she developed a habit of growling at them. Jimmy Fallon was told by Swank that initially, it sounded like the sorrowful cooing of a mourning dove, but eventually transformed into a full-blown growl. She would growl, putting genuine effort behind it.

Inside Hilary Swank's Life With Her Million Dollar Babies

Apart from her initial salute, she also addresses things with a friendly “hi.” Swank explained further, “She says ‘hi’ to everything – the plant gets a cheerful ‘Hi!’, the sun receives a warm ‘Hi!’, even the sky greets it with a ‘Hi!'”

Speaking about Ohm, the character who is named after the fundamental sound believed to connect everyone, as Swank mentioned – he’s quite fond of the concept of a “point” and the exclamation “Ah!” as Swank showed us.

Just like Mom and Dad who requested vinyl recordings of songs that bring back fond memories from their 2018 wedding as gifts from their guests, the toddlers are showing an early interest in music. Swank told Fallon that her husband plays The Beatles’ upbeat tune for them, which encourages her son to clap along.

“He, like, jives,” described the Million Dollar Baby star. “He like gets down.” 

So, yeah, motherhood, it’s alright for Swank. 

During her interview on TODAY with Hoda & Jenna (on March 19), the actress expressed that there seems to be a lot of complaining about children being away from school. She responded by saying something along the lines of, “I’m all for it! Take control and seize the opportunity!”

Do-do-do-do you want to get a glimpse inside her family world? Keep reading. 

Inside Hilary Swank's Life With Her Million Dollar Babies

In 2019, Hilary Swank and her husband Philip Schneider spent some enjoyable moments in the snowy weather of Park City, Utah, during the Sundance Film Festival.

Inside Hilary Swank's Life With Her Million Dollar Babies

In the autumn, the star from the movie “P.S. I Love You” made headlines on social media by posting about her beloved pet and her upcoming babies.

She captioned her Oct. 2022 post, “#HappyHalloween from me, Pumpkin Moon and my PumpTwins.”

Inside Hilary Swank's Life With Her Million Dollar Babies

In the year 2022 for Christmas, Hilary received a very precious gift from life itself – the arrival of two brand new babies.

Inside Hilary Swank's Life With Her Million Dollar Babies

At the 2023 Golden Globes, Hilary placed a hand on her expanding belly, greeting each arriving guest.

Inside Hilary Swank's Life With Her Million Dollar Babies

1. Hillary shares a progress update about her pregnancy experience with followers, titling her February 2023 post as, “The oven is getting warmer, and the dough is starting to expand!”.

Inside Hilary Swank's Life With Her Million Dollar Babies

In an ultrasound scan, it was discovered that the actress from “Million Dollar Baby” demonstrates fighting spirit akin to a boxer, as her unborn child, affectionately known as “Baby A,” was seen flexing its muscles.

Inside Hilary Swank's Life With Her Million Dollar Babies

Hilary officially welcomed her twins in April 2023.

1. She wrote, “It wasn’t a walk in the park, but oh, how rewarding it was!” for her post. “Wishing you all a joyful Easter! Sharing this moment straight from blissful paradise.”

Inside Hilary Swank's Life With Her Million Dollar Babies

Hilary gave a peek into her and Philip’s life at home with their many fur babies. 

She titled her June 2023 post as: “I walked into my bedroom to discover a delightful display of rescue dog treats…”, using the caption “Can you even? Terrific Teddy, Super Sufi, Active Aki, Charming Charlie, and Mother Moon.”

Inside Hilary Swank's Life With Her Million Dollar Babies

In February 2024, Hilary and Philip had an uncommon date night without their kids, attending the Variety Spirituality and Faith in Entertainment Breakfast together.

Inside Hilary Swank's Life With Her Million Dollar Babies

As a lifestyle expert, I’d like to share a heartfelt story behind the naming of my daughter. You see, her name is an homage to a Syrian refugee we encountered in Lebanon. This young girl embodied courage, bravery, and was a beacon of light amidst challenging circumstances. Her resilience inspired us, so I chose to name my own child after her as a testament to the strength and grace that can emerge from adversity.

As a seasoned linguist with years of experience under my belt, I have come across countless intriguing facts and stories about language. Among them is the fascinating tale of Ohm, a name held in high regard in certain circles for being considered the first universal sound and a symbol of unity among all people.

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2024-07-30 10:17