Hilary Swank, the Oscar-winning actress, recently shared some heartwarming updates on her experience as a new mom to twins during an appearance on Today. Swank and her husband, Philip Schneider, chose the names Aya and Ohm for their babies, with each name holding special significance. Aya was inspired by a courageous Syrian refugee they met in Lebanon, while Ohm represents the universal sound that unites all people.
Swank expressed that motherhood has exceeded her expectations, describing the love she feels for her twins as expansive and joyous. She emphasized that waking up every day to be with her babies fulfills her purpose in the most profound way.
The actress announced her pregnancy with twins during an appearance on Good Morning America in October 2022, expressing her excitement at becoming a mother. Swank and Schneider, who got engaged in 2016 after a year of dating, exchanged vows in a picturesque ceremony in the Redwoods of California in August 2018.
In a heartfelt Instagram post to mark the beginning of 2023, Swank referred to her twins as her 'Angel Babies,' emphasizing how they make each day the best day ever. The couple's journey into parenthood has been filled with love, gratitude, and a deep sense of purpose.