Kylie Atwood, a prominent national security correspondent with CNN, has joyfully announced the arrival of her third daughter, Cozette Marie. Born on April 23, Cozette weighed in at 7 pounds and 2 ounces and joins her two older sisters, Sienna and Summer.
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In a heartfelt statement, Atwood expressed her excitement about expanding her family. She noted how her upbringing as the eldest of five children instilled in her a love for the lively and close-knit atmosphere of a large family. “Now that we have three girls, it really feels like we are building our own big family unit,” she said. “It is comfortable because it’s what I know and always dreamed of.”
The choice of the name Cozette reflects Atwood and her husband, Steve Harrington’s, desire for something distinctive. “We just love the sound of Cozette, how unique it is, and that her nickname can be Cozy… a concept everyone loves!” Atwood explained. The middle name, Marie, serves as a touching tribute to Harrington’s late mother, Sharon Marie, who passed away the previous summer. Atwood is hopeful that the spirit of Harrington’s mother will live on in their new addition.
Atwood has reported that her older daughters have already developed a strong bond with their new sister. Sienna and Summer have taken to their roles with enthusiasm, expressing their affection in delightful ways. “They essentially treat her as a doll and want to hold her constantly,” Atwood shared, recalling how Sienna immediately referred to Cozette as “my baby” upon entering the hospital. Summer, in turn, enjoys serenading the infant with songs.
While being a working mother of three children under three poses its challenges, Atwood remains optimistic. She described the mornings as “magical,” particularly as her older girls request to see their baby sister. However, she acknowledged the struggles that come with balancing motherhood and her career, admitting to feeling a bit sleep-deprived. “Having three kids in less than three years while both Steve and I are working has been a whirlwind,” she noted. “But I’m so grateful to maintain and grow both parts of my life.”
As she embraces this new chapter, Atwood is keenly aware of the impact her maternity leave has on her professional engagements. “I have missed developments on foreign policy stories that I care about while I’ve been out on maternity leave, and I know that will happen this time, too,” she remarked. However, Atwood is eager to return to work after taking the time to bond with Cozette and spend extra moments with Sienna and Summer.
Reflecting on her experiences as a working mother, Atwood praised CNN for being a supportive environment. “CNN has been an amazing place to be a mum, and I couldn’t be more grateful,” she said. “So many of my female colleagues are mums or mums-to-be, and there is comfort in being around other working women who are also building families.” Her enthusiasm for both her professional role and her family life is evident as she prepares to navigate the complexities of motherhood while continuing her important work.
The arrival of Cozette represents not just a new life but also a continuation of Atwood’s family legacy, enriched by love, resilience, and support from both her husband and their daughters. As she embarks on this journey with three young girls, Atwood looks forward to nurturing their close bond and sharing in the joys—and challenges—of family life.