Jared Goff’s wife, Christen Harper, has returned for another year as a swimsuit model for Sports Illustrated. The 2026 issue of the magazine was special for Christen because of motherhood. She was six months postpartum when she did the photoshoot in Fort Myers, Florida.
With promotions for the latest issue of SI Swimsuit magazine underway, Christen took a moment to reflect on her journey. On Wednesday, the model penned an emotional note on her Instagram story, accompanied by an adorable picture of her and her daughter, Romy. In her note, she talked about her experience managing the shoot and motherhood.
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“Having my girl on set for this shoot was so special! I felt so unstoppable chasing my dream but also leaning into my new role as a mom,” Christen wrote. “I was sneaking away any minute I had to squeeze her, using my downtime to pump/breastfeed. I was always be so proud of this shoot as it showed me how moms truly can do it all.”
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The same day, Christen shared an Instagram post featuring new pictures from her Fort Myers photoshoot. She jotted down a message in the caption expressing gratitude for being lucky enough to have her pregnancy journey as a proud part of the magazine.
“SI SWIMSUIT 2026. Last year, I shot 4 months pregnant, and this year I was 6 months postpartum. What an HONOR to be included in this magazine through so many special life moments! I’ll treasure these forever,” Christen wrote.
The Sports Illustrated model took a break from her motherhood duties to chill with her friends on a private yacht in Cabo San Lucas. Earlier this week, the influencer shared a glimpse of her vacation memories on Instagram, featuring photos of her donning a gorgeous red fishnet minidress.
Jared Goff celebrated Mother’s Day with sweet tribute to wife Christen Harper
Mother’s Day turned memorable for Christen Harper as Jared Goff paid a sweet tribute to her through his Instagram story. The Detroit Lions quarterback posted a picture of Christen with their daughter, Romy, along with an adorable note for the Sports Illustrated model.
“Happy Mothers Day to the one who holds it all together! Love you!” Goff wrote.
Jared Goff and Christen Harper announced the birth of their daughter in July 2025. Over the last couple of months, Harper has made the most of her new-mom journey while also balancing her work and motherhood responsibilities.
Edited by R. Elahi
