Motherhood Series
Volume 11.
Linnea Gröndahl

Swedish-born model Linnea Gröndahl lives in Bronte with her partner, Sydney-based photographer Drew Wheeler, their dog Sunny, and their beautiful new addition, baby Otto, born in January 2025. They share a love for creativity and storytelling—Drew, whose passion for photography began early with his grandfather’s beloved camera collection, now captures their world through a deeply personal lens.

In conversation, Linnea reflects on her evolution of bathing—how it has shifted since becoming a mother, and how it remains a grounding act of self-care. From treasured memories of saunas with her Finnish grandmother to quiet moments in the shower during postpartum, bathing becomes a sensory space for reflection, and connection.

LINNEA Captured by her partner Drew Wheeler.

"These days, I make space for bathing whenever I can find the time, whether it’s a longer bath or a quick rinse, the water always has a grounding effect allowing me to reset for what’s next."

"Motherhood is new to me, bathing for my son Otto is still a space we’re navigating and exploring. For myself the time spent in the shower or a bath is a little moment to myself to recharge."

"Growing up in Sweden with a finish grandmother I have very fond memories of the saunas we used to have together. It was a time to connect and unwind. Recently through my postpartum journey, my daily morning shower was the only thing that brought me back to feeling like myself."