By Marisa Laudadio
8:37am PDT, Jun 22, 2022
_
"Castle" star Stana Katic and her husband of seven years, Kris Brkljac, quietly welcomed a baby — their first — in late 2021, the actress's rep confirmed to Us Weekly on June 20. "They had a baby this winter and have been enjoying the time since cocooning as a family," said her rep.
RELATED: Celebrity kids then and now: See how they've grown
_
Country music star Luke Combs is a first-time dad! He and wife Nicole Hocking welcomed their first child, a son they named Tex, on June 19 — Father's Day 2022. "Welp he decided that Fathers Day would be a good time to show up. I couldn't agree more," he captioned a photo with his wife and newborn on Instagram. "Me and @nicolejcombs are over the moon in love with this little guy. Mama and baby are healthy and we're back home now with family. Life is good. Everyone welcome Tex Lawrence Combs to the world!"
RELATED: Celebs who are expecting babies
_
"Arrow" alum Stephen Amell and wife Cassandra Jean Amell welcomed their second child — a son they named Bowen — in May, TMZ reported on June 11. The webloid speculated that Bowen was born via surrogate as Cassandra did not appear to be pregnant the month before his arrival. The couple are also parents to daughter Maverick Alexandra Jean, who was born in 2013.
_
Reality TV star Lauryn "Pumpkin" Shannon and husband Josh Efird are now parents of four: The "Mama June: From Not to Hot" personality gave birth to twins in Georgia via C-section on May 19, The Sun reported. The couple are also parents to Ella, 4, and Bentley, 11 months. Pumpkin is also now the legal guardian to little sister Alana "Honey Boo Boo" Thompson, who's lived with her for the last few years amid their mother's ups and downs with addiction. Lauryn officially gained custody of the 16-year-old in April while their mother, "Mama June" Shannon, now has visitation rights.
_
Country music singer Sam Hunt and wife Hannah Lee Fowler are first-time parents, he announced on stage during his set at the Star's for Second Harvest charity concert in Nashville on June 7. "I recently had a baby girl named Lucy Lu," Sam told the crowd, as reported by Music Mayhem magazine. "I think being out here, and in the music business and being out on the road, has sort of hardened my heart. My heart's definitely a lot harder in a lotta ways since I left that small town. It's amazing how that little girl melted that all away overnight a couple of weeks ago," he said. "I've been filled with a lot of gratitude these past couple of weeks." Their daughter's birth came weeks after Hannah, a registered nurse, withdrew a February divorce filing in which she claimed Sam had been unfaithful.
_
On June 3, "Glee" alum Jenna Ushkowitz took to Instagram to announce that she and husband David Stanley have welcomed their first child. "Our hearts have burst wide open," she captioned a photo of herself wearing a "mama" necklace while cradling her new daughter in the hospital.
_
On June 4, "Pretty Little Liars" actress Shay Mitchell confirmed to People magazine that she gave birth to her second child with longtime boyfriend Matte Babel two weeks earlier in May. One day later, she took to Instagram to share a first photo of their second daughter and reveal her name, Rome — a tribute to Shay's late grandmother. "Losing the most important person in my life in the same year I welcomed my second daughter has shifted everything for me, but one thing remains steady in my soul — I'm certain they spent time together and that brings me peace and joy. We're so happy you're here Rome, named after my best friend, my soulmate, my 'person,' my Grandma Romaine," Shay captioned the sweet snapshot. She and Matte are also parents to daughter Atlas, who was born in 2019.
_
Kathie Lee Gifford is a first-time grandma! The former "Today" host — who told fans on Instagram that her "heart is bursting" after her son, Cody Gifford, and his wife, Erika, welcomed a baby boy on May 31 whom they've named after Cody's late father, NFL star and broadcaster Frank Gifford, and his maternal uncle. "Best day of our lives. At a whopping 8lbs 8oz three weeks early, Frank Michael Gifford, 'Frankie' has changed our lives forever. We have not stopped bursting with so much love and gratitude for God's most precious gifft. Thank you so much to all of you for your prayers and sweet messages. He's so SO cute and we can't get enough of all of the snuggles from this lil' guy. We are sincerely obsessed," Erika captioned this snapshot, adding that Frankie was named "after C's pops & Michael after my uncle who passed away last year at 61 whose name also means 'gift of God.' Two strong men — gone but never forgotten."
_
"Property Brothers" star Drew Scott and his wife, podcast producer Linda Pham, welcomed their first child on May 4, they announced on the June 1 episode of their "At Home with Linda & Drew Scott" podcast. Son Parker James arrived on the couple's fourth wedding anniversary after a 44-hour labor that ended in a C-section. Linda and Drew shared some first photos on Instagram the same day, captioning the post, "Our lives are forever changed."
_
"Grey's Anatomy" star Chris Carmack and wife Erin Slaver are now parents of two. The couple took to Instagram on May 25 to announce that they'd welcomed another daughter. (The "Nashville" alum and the singer-violinist also parents to 5-year-old daughter Kai.) "We had a baby! Cielle Estee Carmack, (means the sky and the stars) and that's exactly what she is to us! Born 2 weeks early on May 10th, she was the best surprise we could've imagined!" the pair shared in a joint Instagram post alongside photos of their newborn.
_
"Little People, Big World" stars Zach Roloff and Tori Roloff welcomed their third child, son Josiah Luke, on April 30, they announced on Instagram. In May, the couple shared that Josiah has achondroplasia — the same type of dwarfism his dad and older siblings Jackson, who was born in 2017, and Lilah, who was born in 2019, have. "He's Josiah. He has achondroplasia, but he's not, like, Josiah the achondroplasia," Zach told Us Weekly. Added Tori, "Just like I'm Tori, I have brown hair. I'm not a brunette — like, that's not how I would classify myself."
_
On May 22, Chris Pratt took to Instagram to confirm the May 21 arrival of his third child and second with wife Katherine Schwarzenegger. "We are so excited to announce the birth of our second daughter, Eloise Christina Schwarzenegger Pratt. Mama and baby are doing well. We feel beyond blessed and grateful. Love, Katherine and Chris," the actor wrote. He and Katherine are also parents to daughter Lyla Maria, who was born in 2020. The "Guardians of the Galaxy" star is also a dad to son Jack, who was born in 2012, with first wife Anna Faris.
_
Surprise! Music star Ed Sheeran and wife Cherry Seaborn are parents again! "Want to let you all know we've had another beautiful baby girl. We are both so in love with her, and over the moon to be a family of 4 x," Ed captioned a photo of a baby blanket and tiny socks on Instagram on May 19. He and Cherry, who welcomed daughter Lyra Antarctica in 2020, had not publicly announced that they were expecting again.
_
More than three months after Rihanna announced she was expecting her first child with boyfriend A$AP Rocky, she's given birth, TMZ reported on May 19: The music star and Fenty brand mogul welcomed a son on May 13 in Los Angeles. The couple have yet to comment or share his name.
_
On April 18, Portuguese soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo and Spanish girlfriend Georgina Rodriguez, who announced in October 2021 that she was pregnant with twins, shared bittersweet news — they lost their son as they welcomed a daughter that day. "It is with our deepest sadness that we announce the passing of our baby boy. It's the greatest pain any parent can feel," the couple wrote on Instagram. "Only the birth of our baby girl gives us the strength to live this moment with some hope and happiness. We would like to thank the doctors and nurses for all their expert care and support. We are all devastated at this loss and we kindly ask for privacy at this very difficult time. Our baby boy, you are our angel. We will always love you." On May 7, Georgina revealed their daughter's name: Bella Esmeralda. The world-famous athlete is also a dad to four other kids: Alana Martina (with Georgina), twins Eva Maria and Mateo (with a surrogate), and Cristiano Jr. (with a woman he has not publicly identified).
_
There's another Duggar in the world: On May 2, former "Counting On" star Jedidiah Duggar announced on Instagram that wife Katey Nakatsu had given birth to their first child together. "He's here! We love you so much, baby True!" Jed captioned family photos, revealing his son's nickname and full name — Truett Oliver Duggar, further noting, "Truett: 'warrior for Christ'" and "Oliver: 'peace.'"
_
Another famous couple welcomed a pandemic baby! "Downton Abbey" star Laura Carmichael, who plays Lady Edith Crawley in the franchise, quietly welcomed a son with co-star and real-life boyfriend Michael C. Fox, who plays footman Andy Parker, back in March 2021, The Sun on Sunday reported on April 30, 2022. The couple, who've been together since 2016, named their little guy Luca, according to the British tabloid. "Laura and Michael absolutely love being parents and were grateful to have some time away from the limelight to enjoy the moment," said a source. "Laura's taken motherhood in her stride and it's added another string to her bow."
_
Andy Cohen sure surprised his fans on April 29! The Bravo head honcho posted an adorable photo on Instagram announcing that he'd a welcomed his second child, a daughter, via surrogate, writing: "HERE'S LUCY!!!!! Meet my daughter, Lucy Eve Cohen! She's 8 pounds 13 oz and was born at 5:13 pm in New York City!!! Her big brother can't wait to meet her! Thank you to my rock star surrogate (ALL surrogates are rockstars, by the way) and everyone who helped make this miracle happen. I'm so happy." Lucy joins big brother Ben, who was born in 2019.
_
Talk about a surprise! On April 25, People magazine reported that, according to multiple sources, "Girls" and "Get Out" actress Allison Williams and "The Last Kingdom" star Alexander Dreymon welcomed a son named Arlo during the winter. The pair — who co-starred in the 2020 thriller "Horizon Line" and, according to People's sources, quietly started dating at the end of 2019 — were spotted with their son as well as other family members including her father, newsman Brian Williams, at a private resort in Abaco in the Bahamas. "They seemed to be very happy and very much in love," a source told the magazine. People further reported that Allison, who split from her first husband, CollegeHumor and Vimeo co-founder Ricky Van Veen, in 2019, was wearing what appeared to be an engagement ring. "They are both private people individually, and they made the decision to keep this happy news to just a small circle of family and friends," added an insider. "But they're over the moon."
_
Aaron Paul and wife Lauren are now parents of two. On the April 19 episode of "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon," the "Breaking Bad" star announced that they'd recently welcomed a son and that good friend and co-star Bryan Cranston is his godfather. The next day, Aaron took to Instagram to share photos and a sweet message. "My little man. Ryden Caspian Paul. So happy you are out in this world you beautiful boy you. I promise to make you proud little guy. We have been absorbing this baby boy for the last month and feel it's time to finally share the news of his arrival. We love you endlessly," he wrote. Lauren revealed in an Instagram post that their baby boy's "name [was] inspired by our favorite artist, @markryden." The couple are also parents to daughter Story, who was born in 2018.
_
On Jan. 21, Priyanka Chopra and husband Nick Jonas announced that they'd become parents. "We are overjoyed to confirm that we have welcomed a baby via surrogate," the actress and the Jonas Brothers member shared on Instagram in matching posts. On April 20, TMZ reported that their daughter's birth certificate revealed her name is Malti Marie Chopra Jonas and that she was born on Jan. 15 in San Diego. According to the webloid, Malti "generally means small fragrant flower or moonlight and it's of Sanskrit, Indian origin."
_
"Glee" alum Darren Criss and musician wife Mia are parents! The Emmy-winning "American Crime Story: The Assassination of Gianni Versace" actor took to Instagram on April 14 to announce that they'd welcomed their first child, a daughter. "M & D made some sweet music. Bluesy Belle Criss 4/11/22 Out now," Darren captioned a family photo snapped in the hospital.
_
On April 8, music star Chris Brown confirmed that he's now a father of three: He took to his Instagram Stories to repost a photo originally shared by Diamond Brown in which he confirmed that her 3-month-old daughter, Lovely Symphani, is his. The singer is also a dad to two other kids: daughter Royalty, 7, with Nia Guzman; and son Aeko Catori, 2, with Ammika Harris.
_
Former E! host Jason Kennedy and his wife, lifestyle blogger Lauren Scruggs, welcomed their first child — son Ryver Rhodes — on April 3. They shared some first photos on Instagram the next day. "Trying to come up with words to fully process the last 48 hours aren't possible. Seeing my son for the first time felt like a movie, I kept closing my eyes and finally realized it was true," Jason told "Access Hollywood." "We love this boy so much and are so thankful for this time together."
_
Mia Goth and Shia LaBeouf welcomed their first child together, multiple outlets, including Page Six, confirmed after the actress, who no longer appeared pregnant as she had in recent months, was spotted walking with Shia while pushing a baby stroller in Pasadena, California, on April 1. The on-off couple — who were first linked in 2012 and married in 2016, only to split then seemingly reconcile in 2020 — never publicly confirmed Mia's pregnancy and have yet to comment on the birth of their child.
_
They're here! On March 26, Cooper Hefner, a businessman and Air Force reservist who's the son of late Playboy founder Hugh Hefner, and wife Scarlett Byrne, the actress who played Pansy Parkinson in the "Harry Potter" film franchise, welcomed twins. "My heart grew twice as much this weekend as Cooper and I welcomed our daughters, Marigold Adele Hefner and Blossom Pearl Hefner into the world. Our home is full of love with our three daughters and we couldn't be happier," Scarlett captioned this sweet hospital photo on Instagram. Added Cooper in a post of his own, "How blessed we are to be gifted with their life. How lucky we are to be given this love." The couple are also parents to daughter Betsy Rose, who was born in 2020.
_
"Orange Is the New Black" alum Jackie Cruz announced in a March 23 Instagram post that her twins with husband Fernando Garcia — a boy and a girl — had arrived. "Being a mother has changed my world. My babies are everything to me," Jackie captioned a slideshow showing her bare belly at the end of her pregnancy as well as a photo of her children's feet. "I've been taking my time to enjoy every moment. I'm feeling content, exhausted, overwhelmed, grateful, tired, joyful, blessed, and fortunate all at the same time. My Babies are healthy and beautiful."
_
Kylie Jenner is now a mother of two. On Feb. 6, the reality TV star and makeup mogul took to Instagram to announce that she'd given birth to her second child with rapper Travis Scott (real name: Jacques Webster Jr.) a few days earlier. "2/2/22," she captioned a black-and-white photo of daughter Stormi Webster — who turned 4 one day before her sibling arrived — holding the newborn's hand. Kylie added a blue heart to indicate that their new bundle of joy is a boy. Days later, the baby's full name was revealed: Wolf Jacques Webster. However, six weeks later, Kylie took to her Instagram Story to reveal that she and Travis had changed their minds about their son's name, though she didn't share his new moniker. "FYI our son's name isn't Wolf anymore we just really didn't feel like it was him. Just wanted to share because I keep seeing Wolf everywhere," she wrote.
_
On March 12, "Saturday Night Live" alum Beck Bennett and wife Jessy Hodges revealed that they'd welcomed their first child. "I used to be pregnant, but then I had a baby," Jessy captioned a series of Instagram photos taken with their newborn and during her pregnancy, which they hadn't previously announced.
_
In a Vanity Fair cover story that hit the internet on March 10, singer Grimes revealed she quietly welcomed her second child with SpaceX and Tesla mogul Elon Musk, with whom she said she has a "very fluid" romantic relationship. Daughter Exa Dark Sideræl — whom they've nicknamed Y — was born via surrogate in December 2021, Grimes confirmed to Vanity Fair. She gave birth to her and Elon's son, X Æ A-12, in 2020; Elon also has five sons with first wife Justine Wilson. According to Grimes, more kids are in the cards: "We've always wanted at least three or four."
_
Michael Cera is a new dad. His "Life & Beth" co-star Amy Schumer inadvertently shared the news during a joint interview with "Entertainment Tonight" that aired on March 4. While talking about her own child, Amy said, "Michael has a baby, too. Is that public knowledge? … I just outed him, I just outed his baby." While talking about life lessons for their kids, Michael — who's notoriously private and didn't even confirm 2018 reports that he'd married his longtime love, whose name is Nadine — only told "ET," "We're right at the beginning of it. We're doing the very basics right now." Days later on March 7, the "Arrested Development" and "Juno" actor shared his child's age and gender. "He's just a little 6-month-old baby," the "Superbad" star told "Extra."
_
J-Law is now a mama! According to public records, Oscar winner Jennifer Lawrence and husband Cooke Maroney, an art gallery director, recently welcomed their first child, TMZ reported on Feb. 23. The webloid further reported that the actress had a baby shower at the end of January.
_
After years of fertility struggles and miscarriages, "Glee" actress Becca Tobin and husband Zach Martin welcomed a son via surrogacy, she announced on Instagram on Feb. 22. "Welcome to the world, Ford. Rutherford 'Ford' Thomas Martin is here and life is already so much sweeter," the "LadyGang" podcast co-host captioned a photo of Zach carrying their newborn out of the hospital. "It took him five years to get here, but it's been worth every minute. Thank you to our amazing surrogate for bringing him here safely surrounded by so much love."
_
E! host Morgan Stewart and husband Jordan McGraw, who's the musician son of TV's Dr. Phil McGraw, welcomed their second child — a son — on Feb. 17. "GREY OLIVER MCGRAW joined us exactly one year and a day after his big sister and we are so in love," Morgan captioned an Instagram photo of herself holding her newborn in the hospital. The couple are also parents to a daughter, Row Renggli.
_
On Feb. 12, Van Jones — the Emmy-winning CNN host and contributor and attorney — revealed that he became a father again in early February. But he didn't welcome his new baby girl with a romantic partner. Instead, he and a female friend decided to have a child together. "After the COVID lockdown, I got clear that I wanted another kid. I discovered that my friend Noemi also wanted a baby. So we decided to join forces and become conscious co-parents," he told People magazine. "It's a concept that I hope more people will explore and consider. Van — who has two sons, Mattai and Cabral with ex-wife Jana Carter, further shared, "This month we welcomed to Earth a baby girl, whom we will raise as co-parenting partners. This is a special time for our families. I feel grateful, joyful and blessed. As we create a safe and loving environment for this blessed young soul, I respectfully ask for privacy. Thank you for all the love and support."
_
Anderson Cooper is now a father of two! On the Feb. 10 episode of his CNN show "Anderson Cooper 360," the TV journalist announced that he and "best friend and former partner" Benjamin Maisani had welcomed, via surrogate, son Sebastian Luke Maisani-Cooper. "He was 6.8 pounds at birth and he was healthy and happy and even his occasional hiccups, are to me, adorable. He mostly just sleeps and eats and certainly poops, but he already seems like a wise and thoughtful little chap," Anderson said, showing a photo of his baby boy, who joins big brother Wyatt, who was born in 2020. "Wyatt calls me 'daddy' and Benjamin 'papa.' We're a family. Benjamin is also in the process of adopting Wyatt, whose last name will be changed to Maisani-Cooper as well," Anderson added.
_
Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue model Ashley Graham gave birth to twin boys on Jan. 7 — almost two years after welcoming her first child with husband Justin Ervin, son Isaac, in 2020 — she announced on her Instagram Story later that day. "Justin and I are so excited that our baby boys are here. They were born early this morning at home and are happy and healthy," she shared. A month later on Feb. 10, she announced her twins' names: Malachi and Roman.
_
Rapper Eve gave birth to her first child with husband Maximillion Cooper — a son — on Feb. 1. The former "The Talk" co-host shared the happy news on Instagram on Feb. 10, revealing alongside a photo of their newborn in a DockATot Dream Weaver Moses Basket that they'd named him Wilde Wolf Fife Alexander Somers Cooper. "Words can't describe this feeling," she added, while her husband wrote in a post of his own, "Let the wild rumpus begin!" The British entrepreneur, who established the Gumball 30000 motor rally, is also a dad to four teenage children — Lotus, 19, Jagger, 17, Cash, 15, and Mini, 13 — from his previous marriage.
RELATED: Stars who've used surrogates
_
Model-actress Rosie Huntington-Whiteley gave birth to her second child — a daughter — with longtime love Jason Statham "two days ago" in London, a close family member told MailOnline on Feb. 4. A few days later, Rosie confirmed the happy news and shared their daughter's name, captioning an Instagram photo of the newborn's hand peeking out of a frilly bassinet, "Isabella James Statham 2.2.22." The couple are also parents to son Jack, who was born in 2017.
_
On Feb. 2, singer-songwriter Michelle Branch and her husband, The Black Keys drummer Patrick Carney, welcomed their second child together — a daughter they named Willie Jacquet Carney. "She's named after Patrick's grandmother Willie Madge and has my mother's maiden name/my middle name. We're so in love," Michelle captioned a photo of their newborn on Instagram. The Grammy winners are also parents to son Rhys James, who was born in 2018. Michelle also shares daughter Owen Isabelle, who was born in 2005, with her first husband, musician Teddy Landau.
_
On Jan. 31, "Bachelor in Paradise" alums Ashley Iaconetti and Jared Haibon welcomed their first child, son Dawson Demitri. "Baby Dawson is here and healthy! Ashley is recovering and doing well! It really couldn't have gone much smoother He's so sweet & beautiful and has been sleeping all day. Unlike his Mom and Dad who are on no sleep right now but it's totally worth it!" Jared shared on Instagram. Earlier in the month, Ashley revealed the inspiration behind their son's first name. "This is Jack Dawson from 'Titanic'-inspired," she told Us Weekly. "We are a little concerned. … Not concerned, [but] we want people to know this is not after James Van Der Beek's ['Dawson's Creek'] character. This is after a Leonardo DiCaprio character." Ashley added, "'Titanic' has always been my favorite movie of all time. I was 10 when I saw it."
_
Chris Hardwick and wife Lydia Hearst are parents! The "Talking Dead" host and the model-actress — who's the daughter of famed heiress, author and activist Patty Hearst — welcomed their first child, a daughter, on Jan. 29. "New human alert!!! Dimity Facente Hearst-Hardwick HAS ARRIVED TODAY," Chris announced on Instagram alongside a photo of himself holding their beautiful newborn while Lydia smiled on the operating table. "The experience of watching Lydia go through pregnancy and give birth to our sweet little peanut was humbling and inspiring. She is an absolute warrior and I am grateful, blessed, and honored! The first moment seeing and hearing our child after all this time is indelibly imprinted onto my soul. Holy crap this whole process is amazing!" Chris went on to explain why Dimity arrived a little early. "Delivery was originally scheduled for Feb 9 but the baby's development had plateaued, the placenta had hardened, her fluid reserves were low, and she was breech so they took her out a wee bit early at just over 37 weeks," he added, but everyone was doing well. "Lyds is happy, Dimity is perfect and I am over the moon with love for the both of them."
_
On the Jan. 27 episode of "Late Night with Seth Meyers," actor Tom Riley revealed that he and his wife, "Mean Girls" and "Masters of Sex" alum Lizzy Caplan, secretly welcomed their first child — a boy! — in London four and a half months earlier. "We just had a baby," he said. "Someone asked the other day, they said, 'Was this a secret pregnancy?' Not on purpose. It's just we didn't tell anyone. It's not like we snuck Lizzy into the hospital under a blanket and then two days later, we like, emerged with a baby hidden in a bowling ball bag. Just no one asked!"
_
On Jan. 26, Julia Stiles took to Instagram to announce that she and her husband, camera assistant Preston J. Cook, have welcomed their second child. "Welcome to the world, Baby Arlo! The newest addition to our family, reminding me how infinite love can be. Scroll Forward to see how my 4 year old is taking it…" she captioned a slideshow of pictures showing her newborn's feet and a toilet that son Strummer, who was born in 2017, drew all over in red marker.
_
On Jan. 11 — nine months after they married — "The Real" host Jeannie Mai Jenkins and rapper Jeezy welcomed their first child together. "I asked God for a life of love and happiness. He sent me my family. Baby Jenkins is here," she shared on Instagram after giving birth. On Jan. 20, she revealed their child's name: Monaco Mai Jenkins. On Jan. 26, she announced their baby's gender: It's a girl! The name is inspired by a trip she and Jeezy took to Monaco where they talked about their future goals and dreams. This is Jeannie's first child. Jeezy is also a dad to three kids from previous relationships.
_
"Bachelor in Paradise" season 4 winners Raven Gates and Adam Gottschalk — who married in April 2021 — welcomed their first child, a son, in Dallas on Jan. 18. "Little man made it," Adam shared on his Instagram Story. "Had emergency C-Section after pushing for about an hour and a half. Mom and baby are doing very well."
_
On Jan. 8, "Skins" and "Maze Runner" franchise star Kaya Scodelario announced that she and her husband, Broadway performer and "Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter" star Benjamin Walker, had welcomed their second child. "You made it here little one Starting the new year with so much love in our hearts & in our home," she captioned a photo of the three of them in the hospital, adding, "Plus poop and puke, lots of that too." The couple are also parents to a son born in 2016.
_
Retired figure skater Michelle Kwan is a mama! The two-time Olympic medalist — who in December 2021 was nominated by President Joe Biden to become the next ambassador to Belize — took to Instagram on Jan. 5 to announce that she'd given birth to her first child, daughter Kalista Belle Kwan. "I've always wanted to be a mom and, to me, she's a perfect miracle. I had a hard time picturing what she might look like yet it seems like she's been in my life forever. This has been a challenging journey to motherhood (not to mention a very long labor!!!) and I'm glad I never gave up. I feel so grateful to have had the support of so many during this time, including my fertility doctor, doctors and nurses who looked after me, friends that shared their stories, and of course, my family & my [heart] who I could not live without," she wrote on Instagram alongside a photo of her daughter and a time-lapse video of her growing baby bump (she had not previously announced she was expecting and has not shared the identity of her child's father). "As people closest to me know, I'm always full of surprises and tend to keep my personal life private. And, I've wanted to share this happy news for many months but each milestone seemed to be exciting and daunting at the same time. Each step of the way, I knew that there was still more time needed until I could hold her in my arms. Here's a quick montage of the last 9 months to catch you all up," she continued, adding, "Also, I want to send my best to all the moms out there (as we all know, moms rule the world!). And, I wish anyone trying to conceive in any which way (ivf, iui, surrogacy, adoption and naturally) all the success and love. You're not alone on this path and I'm pulling for you."
_
"The Walking Dead" star Tom Payne and wife Jennifer Akerman, a singer who performs as Final Child, welcomed their first child — son Harrison Magnus Austin — on Jan. 5 in Los Angeles, they announced on social media. "I can't believe you're here. We love you immeasurably and will always be there for you. The next big life adventure starts here! Thank you so much to everyone at Cedars Sinai [Medical Center], our amazing doula Carmen and all of our friends and family for the support. Not forgetting my incredible wife who rocked the whole pregnancy and birth. I love you," Tom captioned a pic of himself holding their newborn's hand on Instagram.
