Like most new mothers, Martha Kalifatidis is certain her son Lucius, who she welcomed with fiancé Michael Brunelli back in February, might just be the best-looking baby ever. “In my eyes, like every other mother talking about their baby, he’s the cutest boy alive, with the best little personality, and I want to show him off,” the former Married at First Sight star tells WHO exclusively.
Watch Below: Bonds Baby Search 2023
And it’s not hard to see why! With a head full of hair and an adorable blend of his genetically-blessed parents, the three-month-old is definitely a cutie. So it was “a no-brainer” for Kalifatidis, 34, and Brunelli, 32, to align with iconic Aussie brand Bonds for their annual Bonds Baby Search.
“We love the quality of their baby gear and Lucius looks like the cutest little melon in his Zippy,” the reality star-turned-influencer says of fronting the iconic campaign. “The best part of the Bonds Baby Search is that it isn’t just about the ‘cutest’ baby, it’s about the funny and messy times you have with your little one … and there are just so many of them every day!”
As avid social media sharers, followers have been treated to many of these on the couple’s Instagram pages. But Kalifatidis admits it’s the moments she doesn’t share that have her infatuated with her boy. “My favourite part of being a mum is waking up and getting to see Lucius every morning. If it was possible, I think I’d spend the majority of my day just staring at his face,” the content creator admits. “I get lost in him, his eyes, his wild hair, his tiny hands, his button nose … every damn part of him I love!”
Despite her journey to motherhood getting off to a rocky start – having battled with the side effects of hyperemesis gravidarum, a form of extreme morning sickness, throughout her pregnancy – Kalifatidis has been loving parenthood since Lucius arrived. “Motherhood has been the wildest experience of my life, in the best possible way,” she shares. “I’ve asked Michael how he thinks motherhood has changed me, and to quote him, ‘You are far more patient, empathetic, understanding and above all else selfless, you are the best mum to Lucius,’” she tells. “That’s an endorsement I’m very, very proud of!”
And Kalifatidis is equally impressed with her partner’s parenting skills. “Michael is incredible! There is no way I could do this without him,” she explains. “He’s so reliable, patient, attentive and caring. He was a teacher for seven years, so I always knew he would be amazing, but actually seeing him in action has been so heartwarming. “We have such different personalities,” she continues. “So it’s exciting to see what Lucius will take from me and what he takes from Michael.”
While social media can often be a highlight reel, Kalifatidis and Brunelli have made it their mission to share their authentic experience of raising their adorable bundle of joy – trials and tribulations, including a very hilarious video involving a blocked milk duct, to boot. And it’s those candid moments that will likely see the Bonds Baby Search winners crowned. “Just capturing those natural moments, the funny ones, the entertaining ones and the messy ones, is going to help become a standout in the search,” she explains.
And when she isn’t capturing her little “Looch”, you’ll likely find Kalifatidis staring at him in awe. As is a mother’s love!
“Describing my bond with Lucius is difficult. How do you put into words a love and connection you’ve never experienced before?” Kalifatidis adds of their mother-son connection. “It’s unbreakable, it’s immeasurable, it’s every part of my being, it’s the ultimate love!”
(The Bonds Baby Search is on now)
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