Gigi Hadid recently gave fans a rare update on her life with her daughter, Kai, whom she shares with ex-partner Zayn Malik. The model shared a heartwarming photo dump on Instagram that gave a glimpse into the special moments she shares with her little one. In the adorable photos, fans can see Gigi spending time with her daughter as they bond over various activities, from exploring nature to taking snack breaks. Kai, who is just four years old, is already growing up to be the spitting image of her supermodel mom, with the same striking features and even a similar height.

While Gigi often shares glimpses of her personal life on social media, it’s clear that her role as a mother is her top priority. Reflecting on the changes in her life since becoming a parent, she shared that having a child has completely shifted her focus. “When you become a parent, you just have to prioritize your time,” Gigi explained. She also noted the simple joys of her time with Kai, such as teaching her about butterflies, making friends with ponies, and enjoying walks around town together. These quiet, tender moments show the softer side of the model’s life outside of the limelight.

Kai’s interests seem to be just as eclectic as her mother’s, ranging from fashion to music, and even a love for space. Despite Gigi’s iconic career in the fashion industry, Kai doesn’t fully understand what her mother does for a living. Gigi revealed that while her daughter knows she works with fashion—particularly through her knitwear company—Kai is still piecing together what it all means. “She knows I like to walk a runway, and she knows I make sweaters. She comes to my office and sees the work I do, but she doesn’t really know what it means yet,” Gigi said.

As for whether she would encourage her daughter to follow in her footsteps, Gigi shared that she would fully support Kai no matter which path she chooses. “I want her to do whatever she wants,” Gigi stated. While modeling might not be the first thing on Kai’s radar, she certainly has her moments of interest in fashion, and Gigi observed that she enjoys dressing up and striking poses. But it doesn’t stop there—Kai also shows a passion for the arts, music, and even space. Gigi acknowledged her daughter’s diverse talents, saying, “She’s musical, artistic, and smart. She loves space.”

Although Gigi is open to the idea of Kai pursuing a career in modeling if that’s what she ultimately chooses, she recognizes that her daughter’s curiosity is vast, and she will support her no matter where her interests lead. “If it is modeling, I’ll be happy. But if it’s not, that’s great too,” Gigi said with a smile, emphasizing that she would fully support Kai’s aspirations, whatever they may be.

Gigi’s honest and loving update on her daughter Kai gives fans a deeper look into her life as a mother, and how she balances her incredibly successful career with her growing family. Though she’s one of the world’s top models, Gigi’s biggest joy seems to be the bond she shares with her daughter.