Isabel Hodgins has once again given her followers a sweet glimpse into life with her baby daughter, sharing a string of new Instagram posts that have prompted a wave of affectionate comments from her Emmerdale co-stars and fans alike.
The actress, who plays Victoria Sugden in the ITV soap, has been documenting her journey as a first-time mother ever since she announced the arrival of her baby girl, Georgie Grace, back in February. Her latest updates offer an intimate look at everyday moments, from family lunches to milestone firsts, and it is clear that joy radiates from every frame.
A Glowing Family Lunch
This week, Isabel took to Instagram with a carousel of images showing herself and her husband, Adam Whitehead, holding baby Georgie while dining out. The caption read simply: 'Spontaneous Wednesday lunch'. The photos captured a relaxed and happy outing, with the new parents beaming as they enjoyed time together as a family of three.
The post attracted immediate attention from those who know Isabel well. Her Emmerdale co-star Eden Taylor-Draper, who plays Belle Dingle, commented with a sweet compliment, writing: 'Pretty princesses'. Meanwhile, Laura Norton, known to viewers as Kerry Wyatt, added her own observation: 'Her arms!' Isabel responded in a playful manner, replying: 'so chunky', to which Laura shot back: 'the chunkier the better'. The exchange delighted fans, who loved seeing the close bond between the soap stars.
First Photoshoot Milestone
Just days later, Isabel uploaded a video showing Georgie taking part in her first-ever photoshoot. She captioned the clip with a touch of maternal sentiment: 'Her first photoshoot… and my heart wasn't ready'. The video evidently melted hearts across Instagram, as friends, fans, and fellow performers flooded the comments with praise.
Photographer Kate Williams, who was behind the lens, shared her own excitement, writing: 'Dream girl! Made a start today and she's literally smiling on them all!' The comment painted a picture of a naturally photogenic baby who was thoroughly enjoying her moment in the spotlight.
Fans also chimed in with heartfelt messages. One user, @bernadette_oreilly70, wrote: 'I love how you and Adam allow us to see a bit of your journey with your gorgeous Baby Georgie. It's so heart warming and always cheers me up', to which Isabel responded with a gracious 'aww thank you'. Another follower, @mrsdee_rees, asked with admiration: 'Gorgeous baby gorgeous family, does she ever cry? She just looks so content and happy, in every post, beautiful!' Isabel answered with her characteristic wit, saying: 'only when she's hungry really but so do I'.
A Special Return to the Village
The new posts come after Isabel previously teased a possible Emmerdale return by sharing a heartfelt carousel of images from a visit to the village set, this time accompanied by Georgie and Adam. The actress, who has spent the majority of her life working on the soap, opened up about the significance of the trip in a lengthy caption.
She wrote: 'Yesterday was special. For the first time, I got to show Georgie (and Adam) around the village that's been such a huge part of my life. I've been lucky enough to call this place work since I was 12 years old, so sharing it with my little family meant so much. GG's verdict? She'd quite happily move in.' The post showcased Isabel embracing her past while introducing her daughter to the world that shaped her career.
Emmerdale viewers were thrilled by the nostalgic snapshots, and even her co-star Chris Coghill, who plays Kev Townsend, joined in with a joke. He wrote: 'Just so you know, I've alerted security', playfully suggesting that the family's trespassing onto the set was not to be taken lightly. The lighthearted banter added to the warmth of the occasion.
Outpouring Love from Fans
Fans across social media shared their joy at seeing Isabel bring her child to the famous Yorkshire village. @janette.adair.31 commented: 'Awww…lovely to see and picked a nice sunny day. Can see Adam enjoy himself, hope you return when the time is right for you and maybe return with Georgia. Enjoy family times'. Another follower, @tracy.c70, added: 'What a wonderful memory for you showing baby girl where her Mummy works, absolutely gorgeous family'.
Some followers couldn't resist drawing parallels to Isabel's on-screen persona. @kathrynwhelanx joked: 'Victoria left and came back with a baby! Just kidding, must be a lovely place to work'. Meanwhile, @dackedeire expressed a more emotional response: 'Without sounding like a lunatic, seeing you bring your child to the village, pointing out Tenant House/Annie's Cottage, visiting Jack's grave is all strangely moving. Much love Isabel!'
Through it all, Isabel has remained open and generous with her followers, sharing both the highs and lows of new parenthood. Her journey since February has been a joy to watch, and her little one appears to be thriving. As one fan noted, Isabel's happiness shines through every post, and it is clear that Georgie Grace is already surrounded by an immense amount of love.
