Actress Han Da Gam has entered a new chapter in her life after welcoming her first child at the age of 46.
On September 28, the actress personally shared the happy news with fans through Instagram, posting several photographs featuring her newborn baby’s tiny feet and expressing her gratitude to everyone who supported her throughout her pregnancy.
Han Da Gam revealed that her son, affectionately known by the nickname Chaltteok, was born healthy and safely.
She also reassured fans that she is doing well and recovering comfortably following the birth.
“Chaltteok (baby’s nickname) has finally been born into this world healthy and safe! Thank you so, so much for all your blessings,” she wrote in her heartfelt announcement.
Reflecting on the period leading up to the birth, the actress expressed appreciation for the encouragement she received from fans and those around her.
She said that looking back at the time filled with support and encouragement felt like watching everything pass before her eyes “like a revolving lantern,” adding that those messages had given her considerable strength.
Han Da Gam also spoke openly about the emotional difficulty of her pregnancy.
While looking at her newborn son’s face, she said she felt that enduring the difficult moments and times when she wanted to give up had ultimately been worthwhile.
“It has only been a few days, but as I look at Chaltteok’s face, I truly feel that I did a good job overcoming the difficult moments and the times I wanted to give up during my pregnancy,” she shared.
The actress concluded her message by promising to raise her child well and healthily while describing the experience as a deeply moving reminder of the preciousness of new life.
Han Da Gam’s Journey To Motherhood
Han Da Gam’s journey to motherhood comes six years after she married her businessman husband. Born in 1980, the actress married in 2020 after dating her husband for approximately one year.
She announced her pregnancy in April 2026, six years into their marriage.
Her pregnancy announcement attracted considerable attention because she was expecting her first child in her mid-40s.
At the time, Han Da Gam described the news as an unexpected and deeply meaningful blessing after spending years focused on her acting career.
She has built a long career in the Korean entertainment industry, making her acting debut in 1999.
Initially working under the name Han Eun Jung, she later adopted the stage name Han Da Gam in 2018.
Over the years, she has appeared in a number of popular television dramas, including “Full House,” “My Girlfriend Is a Gumiho,” “Golden Cross,” and “A Woman Named Durian.”
Her new role as a mother is also expected to become part of her television activities.
Reports have noted that her childbirth experience and the first moments of meeting her baby are set to be featured through the KBS 2TV variety program “The Return of Superman,” where she is currently appearing.
The actress has now shared her first update following the birth, giving fans a glimpse into how she is adjusting to the new experience.
Rather than focusing only on the milestone itself, her message emphasized gratitude toward the people who supported her and the emotional journey that led to becoming a mother.
Actress Shares Emotional Message After Welcoming Son
In her Instagram post, Han Da Gam repeatedly thanked those who sent messages of congratulations and encouragement throughout her pregnancy.
“I am also doing very well and recovering nicely,” she wrote, reassuring fans about her condition.
She also described her newborn as a precious gift and said that seeing her baby had made the challenges of pregnancy feel meaningful. Her words reflected both relief and gratitude as she began adjusting to life with her son.
“Receiving this precious baby as a gift is truly all thanks to you,” she wrote, before once again thanking everyone who had celebrated the arrival of her child.
The actress ended her message by saying that she would raise her baby “well and healthily” and describing the moment as one in which she was reminded once again of “the preciousness of new life.”
News of Han Da Gam’s childbirth was first reported on September 22, when Korean entertainment outlets reported that she had given birth to a baby boy.
Reports stated that both mother and child were healthy, with the actress recovering with the support of her husband and family.
Her latest update now gives fans a more personal look at the milestone.
After years of building her acting career and six years of marriage, Han Da Gam has welcomed the newest member of her family.
For the actress, the birth marks the beginning of a completely different chapter.
As she settles into motherhood, Han Da Gam has expressed gratitude for the support that carried her through the pregnancy and excitement about raising her son.
Her emotional announcement has also allowed fans to celebrate the milestone alongside her as she begins this new stage of her life.
