Austin and Jessica Hurd, reality TV stars who gained popularity during the tenth season of “Married at First Sight,” have announced that they are expecting their third child. This exciting news was shared exclusively with PEOPLE magazine, marking another chapter in their family journey.
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The couple revealed that they discovered they were expecting shortly before Christmas last year, which has added to their festive celebrations. “We found out we were pregnant a few days before Christmas and then shared the news with our families a few weeks later,” Jessica explained. Their eldest son, Westin, proudly donned a “big brother” shirt to announce the forthcoming addition, expressing the family’s enthusiasm for the new arrival.
Jessica reminisced about the moment they learned of the pregnancy, describing a mix of surprise and joy. “I told Austin while we were out on a date night after realising my period was late. We stopped at a grocery store for a test, and after I took it and set a timer on my phone, we checked it together. We were both shocked to see the positive result,” she recounted.
While the couple awaits the arrival of their new family member, they have opted not to find out the sex of the baby prior to the birth. They expressed their excitement about keeping this detail a surprise, continuing a theme from their previous announcements. Their new addition will join older siblings Westin, born in November 2021, and Everett, who arrived in August 2024.
In a previous conversation with PEOPLE, Jessica reflected on their growing family, expressing her gratitude for the healthy arrival of Everett, who weighed 7 lbs., 13 oz., and measured 21 inches at birth. “He looks just like his brother Westin!” the couple joyfully pointed out, highlighting the close bond among their children.
The announcement of the new baby follows the couple’s earlier revelation in March, during which they shared that Jessica was 20 weeks pregnant and due in early August 2024. “We aren’t going to find out the gender,” she remarked at that time, reaffirming their decision to keep the forthcoming surprise.
“Working in labour and delivery, I always find surprises extra special,” Jessica added, emphasising the joy of unexpected moments. This sentiment echoes their excitement for the future and the adventures that await as they prepare to welcome another member into their family.
As they celebrate this latest milestone, Austin and Jessica are undoubtedly focused on creating cherished memories with their sons and preparing for the arrival of their newest child. Their journey, which began on a reality show, continues to unfold with love and anticipation for the joys of parenthood.
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