Natalie Portman is eagerly anticipating the arrival of her third child, sharing a rare and intimate glimpse of her bare baby bump on social media. The 45-year-old Oscar-winning actress posted a touching photo on Instagram on Wednesday, July 29, where she stands on a Parisian apartment balcony, cradling her growing belly in an oversized blue button-down shirt. "Counting the days until we meet you," she captioned the image, expressing the joy and gratitude she feels as she prepares to welcome her first child with partner Tanguy Destable .

A Rare Glimpse: The Photo and Its Meaning

The photograph, taken by Shelby Duncan, is a significant moment for Portman, who has largely kept her pregnancy journey private. In the image, she is seen caressing her bare bump while looking down at it with a loving gaze, clad only in a loose-fitting shirt that highlights her pregnancy. This is the first official bump picture she has shared since confirming her pregnancy . The post quickly garnered attention and warm wishes from fans and fellow celebrities, celebrating the actress as she enters the final stages of her pregnancy .

The Pregnancy Announcement and "Privilege" of Motherhood

Portman first revealed she was expecting her third child in an exclusive interview with Harper's Bazaar in April 2026 . At that time, she shared her excitement with Destable, saying, "Tanguy and I are very excited... I'm just very grateful. I know it's such a privilege and a miracle" . The actress, who is the daughter of a fertility doctor, has been particularly open about her awareness of the difficulties many face when trying to conceive. She noted that growing up, she "heard about how hard it is to get pregnant," and expressed deep gratitude for her own journey .

A New Chapter with Partner Tanguy Destable

This pregnancy marks a new chapter for Portman, as it is her first child with her partner, French music producer Tanguy Destable, also known as Tepr . The couple, both based in Paris, have been together since early 2025 . Portman brings two children from her previous marriage to choreographer Benjamin Millepied: son Aleph, 15, and daughter Amalia, 9. Destable is also a parent, sharing two sons, Étienne, 10, and Vadim, 6, with French actress Louise Bourgoin . The actress has spoken about enjoying her pregnancy in Paris, appreciating the beautiful spring weather and spending time with her children .

Embracing a "Calm" Final Pregnancy

Portman has described this pregnancy experience as having a distinct sense of calm and gratitude. She told Harper's Bazaar that she has "more energy than I thought I might" and has been staying active with swimming and gyrotonics . She is "cherishing every moment," acknowledging that "it's probably the last time" she will experience pregnancy . The actress, who finalized her divorce from Millepied in early 2024, has found solace in her new family dynamic and her life in Paris .