Katie Morton, known for her appearances on reality television series, has taken a major step in her life. The 23rd contestant on The Bachelor and participant in season 6 of Bachelor in Paradise shared exciting news this month: she and her husband, Nick Garside, are expecting their first child together. The announcement was made on Thursday, June 18, through a heartfelt post on her Instagram account.
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In a series of endearing photos, Morton is seen wearing a flowing white dress, radiating joy as she embraces Garside while showcasing ultrasound images of their soon-to-arrive baby. One touching moment captures Morton lovingly cradling her belly, her smile directed towards her husband, reflecting the couple’s excitement. In her caption, she wrote, “we’re having a baby!! 🤍,” clearly delighted to share this significant milestone.
Following her announcement, former castmates from The Bachelor franchise expressed their happiness for Morton. Kendall Long commented, “Oh my goodness, SO excited for this chapter of your life!! Congratulations 🥹💕”, while Danielle Maltby simply stated, “Congratulations!!!!!” The supportive response from her peers has contributed to the warm reception of her news among fans and followers alike.
Morton and Garside’s journey together began with their wedding in March. They tied the knot at a courthouse in London, a private affair that was celebrated with a small group of friends. Morton later announced their marriage on Instagram, posting a series of stunning black-and-white photos captured by a close friend. She wrote, “Signed, sealed, delivered 🤍,” sharing moments of joy, such as twirling in her wedding dress and sharing a tender kiss with her husband.
In her post, Morton hinted at a grander celebration planned for the future, stating, “So excited to celebrate our love abroad with close family & friends next spring!” This upcoming destination wedding is sure to be another memorable occasion for the couple, coinciding with their expansion into parenthood.
Detailed insights into their marriage reveal that Morton and Garside had been looking forward to this special moment for quite some time. In a statement to PEOPLE, Morton shared, “We’ve actually been in this bubble for a little while now and it’s exciting to finally share. It was everything we wanted for our courthouse ceremony.” She went on to describe their wedding day, stating, “The sun (finally) came out, we got married in the morning, had a gorgeous celebratory lunch, and enjoyed an afternoon walk with our dog in Hampstead Heath. It was perfect.”
The love story of Morton and Garside began with an engagement that captured the imagination of their fans. Morton took to Instagram on October 14, 2025, to announce that Garside had proposed during a surprise trip to their favourite location. Sharing a close-up photo of her beautiful three-stone engagement ring, she joyfully wrote, “A surprise trip to our favorite place turned into forever with my favorite person 🤍.”
In a follow-up post, Morton reminisced about the magical moment, captioning it with the phrase, “they say when you know, you know 🤍🥂.” Their journey has been marked by romantic milestones and a shared vision for their future, culminating in the exciting news of their impending parenthood.
As Morton and Garside prepare to embark on this life-changing chapter, they are met with support from fans and fellow reality stars. The couple has clearly captured the hearts of many as they transition into this new role. While they anticipate their upcoming wedding celebration and the arrival of their little one, Morton’s experience serves as an inspiring reminder of love, growth, and the joys of family. With a destination wedding on the horizon and a baby on the way, the future looks bright for this reality TV couple.