The Arrival of Colette Annalise McCaffrey

In July 2025, San Francisco 49ers star Christian McCaffrey and model Olivia Culpo welcomed their first child, a baby girl named Colette Annalise. The couple had announced their pregnancy in March 2025, marking a significant milestone in their relationship. Just over a year after getting married in June 2024, the couple shared the joyous news of their impending parenthood.

A New Chapter in Their Lives

Olivia Culpo shared the news of her pregnancy through an Instagram post featuring black-and-white photos of her baby bump. She captioned the images with the message, “next chapter, motherhood.” In an interview with sportify, she expressed her excitement and gratitude for the experience, stating that she had been dreaming of this moment for a long time.

Christian McCaffrey also spoke about his feelings on becoming a father, acknowledging the challenges and rewards that come with it. He told Esquire that he gives Olivia “all the credit” because “she’s the one that has had to do all the work.”

Keeping the Baby’s Sex a Secret

The couple decided to keep the baby’s sex a secret, which added to the anticipation of their first child. However, Olivia later admitted that she had a strong feeling she was having a boy. In a March 2025 TikTok video, she discussed various symptoms and old wives’ tales that hinted at the baby’s gender.

Embracing Open-Minded Parenting

Before Colette was born, Olivia shared her thoughts on what kind of parents she and Christian hoped to be. She emphasized the importance of staying open-minded, as every child is unique. “It’s also so particular based on the child,” she said. “I don’t know yet, but we’ll see.”

Christian echoed similar sentiments in his interview with Esquire, stating that “everybody’s journey is different.” He encouraged others to enjoy the moments when their children are young, as they pass by quickly.

Colette’s Birth and the Family’s Joy

On July 13, 2025, the couple shared the joyous news of Colette’s arrival in a joint Instagram post. They captioned a series of sweet, black-and-white images from the delivery room with the message, “Colette Annalise McCaffrey.”

Olivia posted more unseen clips from Colette’s birth in a 2025 recap post on Instagram in December 2025. She described it as “the year I became a mom 😭” and reflected on how much her life had changed.

Colette’s Presence at 49ers Games

Since her arrival, Colette has become a staple at 49ers games. Her mom has shared multiple Instagram posts of their coordinating red-and-gold outfits, including a sweet video of her first visit to the field in September 2025.

When asked about his daughter’s adorable game day looks in a December 2025 interview with sportify, Christian laughed and said, “If you know her mom, she’ll dress her up, that’s for sure.”

A Deep Emotional Connection

Christian has been open about the deeper role his family plays in his career. “My family is one of the reasons I play,” he said. “Whenever you get to see them right before you go out to battle, it’s a quick reminder of why you’re doing it.”

Olivia joked that her daughter is a “mini running back” in an October 2025 interview with sportify. She mentioned that Colette, then only 11 weeks old, was already growing so fast and that her strength reminded her of a future in football.

A Heartfelt Reflection

The emotional shift that came with welcoming their child has been profound for Olivia. “I feel like having a child is having your heart beating outside of yourself,” she explained. “Like your heart is with somebody else so it’s raw. It’s just such a raw, vulnerable type of life because it’s so deep and it’s magnetic.”

As Colette continues to grow, the McCaffrey family remains a happy and loving unit, embracing each new moment together.