How Bindi Irwin's 'Superhuman' Mom Helped Prepare Her For Parenthood
Now that Bindi Irwin has entered motherhood, she understands firsthand how much love and sacrifice her mother Terri Irwin put into raising her and her brother on her own following the untimely passing of her father, Steve Irwin. The world fell in love with the Irwin family, watching dad Steve boast his conservationist chops with help from his family on the hit series, "The Crocodile Hunter."
Having watched little Bindi from childhood, fans were reminded of how fast time flies when an all-grown-up Bindi welcomed her first child, daughter Grace Warrior Irwin Powell, in 2021 with husband Chandler Powell. Now, as she raises her own child and Bindi Irwin offers self-care advice that all moms need to hear, the Australia Zoo CEO is that much more grateful for her mom Terri and all the love she put into raising her children while continuing her dad's legacy.
"Since having Grace I see more and more how much Mum gave to ensure my brother and I could be where we are today," Bindi told The Local Moms Network in June 2025. "She is the most remarkable woman I know, raising two young children as a single parent when Dad died, while also running Australia Zoo, Wildlife Warriors and now The Crocodile Hunter Lodge." Watching her mom do it all and still remain a present, loving force for her family is the type of "superhuman" Bindi aspires to be for her loved ones. "I truly believe that she is superhuman and if I can be even half the amazing mama she is, I'll be on a win," Bindi said. The share is a testament to the Irwin family bond and how Bindi Irwin's wild life in conservation prepared her for motherhood.
Bindi Irwin's 28th birthday was all about her family
Family was the focus for Bindi Irwin's 28th birthday. The Australian wildlife conservationist took to Instagram on July 24, 2026, to share a beautiful birthday video captured by her mom Terri Irwin. The video showed Bindi, husband Chandler Powell, and daughter Grace Warrior Irwin Powell, sharing a cozy family snuggle in a lush green field, dressed in casual outdoor wear as the sun set behind them.
"My family. The gift I cherish most on my birthday and every day," Bindi captioned the post. The "Dancing with the Stars" winner also thanked everyone who sent her warm birthday wishes and her mom for capturing the beautiful moment. Though a video, the happy family moment could be added to the library of sweet pics of Bindi Irwin and her wild-child daughter, Grace. Proud mom Terri also celebrated her daughter's birthday by sharing a collection of intimate family moments, including highlights of Bindi's adventurous life in conservation, success in television, and cherished memories with her late father, Steve Irwin.
"Happy birthday, Bindi. You have experienced so much in your 28 years, and I am incredibly proud of you," Terri captioned her post. "Travelling with us while your dad and I filmed at locations around the world, filming your own show as you grew up, and becoming the youngest person to win a Daytime Emmy for your efforts." Bindi's hands-on role as CEO at Australia Zoo is "continuing the important work of wildlife conservation, and demonstrating that kindness is wisdom," Terri added. The heartfelt birthday posts from the mommy-daughter duo served as reminders that the best way to celebrate your birthday is with the people you love most.