Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton’s desire to expand their family through surrogacy has faced setbacks and emotional turmoil. Despite earlier attempts and support from fellow celebrities, the couple has yet to find the right match for their surrogacy journey.
In a groundbreaking move, the Paris 2024 Olympic village will feature a dedicated children’s nursery, addressing a long-standing challenge for Olympian mothers. Recognizing the under-resourced and underfunded experiences of women athletes during family planning and motherhood, a group of equity-seeking Olympians have founded MOMentum, an online platform providing comprehensive resources and support for athletes navigating pregnancy, postpartum recovery, egg freezing, IVF, carding policy updates, and legal assistance. This initiative aims to normalize women’s health conversations, empower athletes with peer-to-peer connections, and advocate for equitable support across the board. By raising funds for grants, MOMentum aims to alleviate financial barriers and support athletes in balancing their athletic endeavors with their roles as mothers.
Victoria Beckham is eager to become a grandmother by age 50, but her daughter-in-law, Nicola Peltz, is not ready for children. Nicola wants to focus on her acting career, despite her recent directorial debut receiving mixed reviews. Meanwhile, Nicola sparked speculation after skipping Victoria’s 50th birthday celebration, claiming to be spending time with her grandmother.
Country singer Jana Kramer, who recently welcomed her third child with fiancé Allan Russell, is contemplating the possibility of having more children. Having previously experienced a false positive pregnancy scare, Kramer has realized her desire for another baby but is hesitant due to her age. Despite Allan’s openness to having more kids, Kramer’s concerns about her body’s ability to handle another pregnancy and the couple’s reluctance to pursue IVF or surrogacy may ultimately lead to the decision to end their family planning.
Adrienne Bailon-Houghton, known for her roles in 3LW and The Cheetah Girls, has revealed the high costs associated with her IVF treatments before welcoming her first child via surrogate. According to Bailon-Houghton, her IVF expenses surpassed a million dollars, highlighting the financial burden often associated with fertility treatments. The singer acknowledges that these costs are unrealistic for most individuals, emphasizing the need for accessible and affordable fertility care.
After six years of marriage, Prince Narula and Yuvika Chaudhary have sparked speculation that they may be expecting their first child. During an appearance on a podcast, Prince surprised everyone by responding “Jald ayega” (it will come soon) when asked about their baby plans. He also revealed the couple had been thinking about having a baby for a while but wanted to wait until they had their own home in Mumbai first.
An increasing number of working couples are opting to remain childless, prioritizing financial freedom and personal fulfillment. DINKs (Dual-Income No-Kid couples) have greater financial flexibility, allowing for extravagant vacations, early retirement savings, and a less risk-averse approach to career choices. However, they also face unique challenges, such as providing for their old age and navigating legal systems that often prioritize children.
