Teresa Palmer Welcomes Fifth Child: Meet Lotus Bloom Palmer

Australian actress Teresa Palmer and her husband, actor Mark Webber, have welcomed their fifth child together, a beautiful baby girl named Lotus Bloom Palmer. The newborn arrived on September 19, 2025, at 5:40 a.m., weighing 8 pounds, 2 ounces (3.7 kg). The birth was a surprise gender reveal for the couple, who now have three girls and three boys in their blended family .

A Beautiful Home Water Birth

Teresa, 39, shared the joyful news on Instagram on September 20, posting a series of heartwarming photos of the newborn and her siblings. In her caption, she described the birth as a “beautiful home waterbirth,” assisted by a dedicated birth team including midwife Julie Schiller and doula Jerusha Sutton. Teresa expressed gratitude for the experience, stating, “I felt so strong, at ease, and empowered in your care, and it led to us having the birth of our dreams” .

The Palmer-Webber Family Expands

With the arrival of Lotus, the family now consists of six children:

• Isaac Love (16): Mark’s son from his previous relationship with actress Frankie Shaw .
• Bodhi Rain (11): Son .
• Forest Sage (8): Son .
• Poet Lake (6): Daughter .
• Prairie Moon (4): Daughter .
• Lotus Bloom (Newborn): Daughter .

Teresa has always been open about her desire to have a large family. In a 2022 interview, she revealed that she told Mark on their first date that she wanted six children, and he agreed . The name Lotus Bloom continues the couple’s tradition of choosing earthy, nature-inspired names for their children .

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A Rainbow Baby After Loss

The arrival of Lotus is particularly meaningful for Teresa, who suffered a miscarriage in 2024. In a July 2025 interview with HELLO! magazine, she shared her gratitude for a healthy pregnancy after the loss, calling it “the greatest blessing” . She also mentioned that her podcast co-host, Sarah Wright Olsen, had a parallel experience with miscarriage and pregnancy, making their journeys even more special .

Balancing Motherhood and Career

Teresa palmer, known for her roles in Warm Bodies, Hacksaw Ridge, and A Discovery of Witches, has always been vocal about balancing her acting career with motherhood. In a recent interview, she emphasized prioritizing her family, even turning down a major opportunity in America to stay close to her children in Byron Bay, Australia . She stated, “Now that my kids are getting older, and they’re established with their friends and sports teams, I need to curate those choices a bit more” .

Congratulations Pour In

The Instagram announcement was met with an outpouring of love and congratulations from friends and fans. Actress Rumer Willis commented, “Can’t even handle how much love I have for all of you. Welcome to the world, sweet Lotus” . Model Megan Gale and AFL WAG Lauren Brant also shared their excitement .

What’s Next for Teresa Palmer?

Teresa will celebrate her 40th birthday in 2026 and has expressed excitement about entering a new decade. She recently starred in the BBC drama Mix Tape alongside Jim Sturgess and continues to host her podcast, The Mother Daze, with Sarah Wright Olsen . As she embraces life with six children, Teresa remains a symbol of strength and grace for working mothers everywhere.