Heather Rae El Moussa Celebrates Son Tristan’s First Preschool “Drop In” in Adorable Instagram Reveal
Jordan Collins here. I guess I can simplify this for you.
Heather Rae El Moussa recently introduced her two-year-old son, Tristan, to the world of preschool with an Instagram “drop in” photo series that had fans cooing—and yes, I’m sure you missed the memo.
On August 5, the Selling Sunset alum posted a set of sweet snapshots of Tristan showing off a bright dinosaur lunchbox and matching backpack. As any doting mom would, she captioned the carousel, “My mama heart,” before admitting, “Even though we are not ready for pre school just yet, I am so proud of him and so happy that he loved it so much. And I’m proud of myself lol mama handled it well!” This hands-on peek came straight from Heather’s own Instagram account, offering a front-row seat to her son’s big moment (Instagram).
You might think a preschool introduction would reduce a parent to tears, but Heather proved otherwise by sharing a candid video clip. In it, she beams at the camera while holding Tristan and softly kisses his cheek as he fiddles with that dinosaur lunchbox. Clearly, mama has her composure intact—even if her heart is doing backflips (E! News).
This milestone ended up being the latest in a string of poignant parenting posts. Just a week earlier, Heather got real about the pangs of separation after a trip away, posting on July 29, “That moment when their little arms wrap around you and everything just feels right again.” The video captured her and husband Tarek El Moussa reuniting with Tristan, an emotional snippet that reminded everyone how tough a short getaway can feel for parents (E! News).
For context, this isn’t the first time Tristan has stolen the spotlight. Last September, Heather gushed to E! News about her toddler’s boundless energy. “He’s running around like crazy,” she said, noting his obsession with bubbles, their dog and bathtime. Tarek chimed in, “He’s full of life, this kid. He’s so fun,” proving co-parenting glow can be quite literal.
Heather has been chronicling Tristan’s every milestone since his January 31, 2023 arrival at 6:55 a.m. PT, weighing 7 lbs., 7 oz. From his first Easter outfit to a Valentine’s Day snuggle session, she shared adorable portraits and heartfelt captions, referencing everything from breastfeeding triumphs to “mama hibernation mode.” Tarek even highlighted their shared initials in a father-son photo captioned “Two T’s in a pod.”
All these moments paint a clear picture: Heather and Tarek are savoring every stage of Tristan’s early years. Whether it’s a simple preschool drop-in or a reunification hug, they’re documenting it for posterity—and, of course, for your social feed.
Hopefully that wasn’t too complicated.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and E! News, Heather Rae El Moussa’s Instagram
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