Hey there! If you're a fan of Today, you know how much Jenna Bush Hager loves to share her life's joys with her audience. Well, guess what? Jenna is absolutely glowing as she celebrates yet another milestone with her family. Her son, Henry Harold "Hal" Hager, just turned 4 years old on Wednesday, August 2. And, of course, Jenna didn’t miss the chance to celebrate this special day in her Instagram Stories.
Let’s rewind a bit. In her Instagram Stories, the 41-year-old host shared some adorable pictures of her snuggling up with her youngest child. "Happiest 4th birthday to our dearest," she wrote, with a tenderness that shines through her words. "I love to be face to face with you, my love." Can you feel the love in that message? It's heartwarming, isn’t it?
And Hal? Oh, he's just as cute as his mom. With those sandy locks and a familiar smile that Today fans know so well, Hal is a perfect blend of Jenna and his dad, Henry Hager. The couple, who are also parents to daughters Mila and Poppy Hager, have been sharing some truly special moments with their kids. Speaking of which, Jenna opened up about another big accomplishment of Hal's in the weeks leading up to his birthday.
Read also:Severance Season 3 Whats Coming Next Dan Erickson Spills All
Hal Learns to Swim: A Proud Mom's Moment
During a July 17 episode of Today, Jenna couldn’t contain her excitement about her son’s new skill. “He learned how to swim. Hal learned how to swim,” she gushed while showing a photo of Hal and his father on a dock to the audience. "He swam to that dock, but on Henry’s back." Can you picture it? The little guy was making waves, both literally and figuratively!
Now, let’s be honest—watching your kid take on swimming in the open ocean can be nerve-wracking. Jenna admitted she was "scared" but couldn’t help but feel proud of her brave little boy. Her cohost, Hoda Kotb, assured her that allowing kids to do "scary" things under supervision is one of the toughest parts of being a parent. But it’s all about letting them grow, right?
Family Adventures by the Water
The Hager family is all about making memories together, whether it’s swimming lessons or family vacations. Jenna and her husband, Henry, love spending time by the water, and they frequently take their kids to Maine for beach getaways. Maine holds a special place in Jenna’s heart, as her parents, former President George W. Bush and former First Lady Laura Bush, own a family compound in Kennebunkport, Maine, along the Atlantic Ocean. This property has been in the Bush family for over a century and remains a cherished retreat for Jenna and her loved ones.
Who can forget last year when Jenna couldn’t stop raving about heading up to the coast for Christmas? For her, there’s nothing more magical than celebrating the holidays in her favorite beach town. "I basically stepped into a Hallmark Christmas movie this weekend," Jenna said during a December 2022 Today broadcast. "We made an adventure and I have to say, really getting into the spirit of Christmas. If you could’ve seen — the Christmas tree had lobster buoys on it. Santa came in on a lobster boat!" Sounds like a holiday to remember, doesn’t it?
