Supermodel Gisele Bündchen is expecting a bundle of joy with her boyfriend, Joaquim Valente.
On October 28, 2024, an anonymous source close to the couple shared details about their happy news as they prepare for the arrival of their child. This will be Gisele’s third child but her first with Valente.
Speaking exclusively to PEOPLE magazine, the insider revealed that Bündchen is several months along. The source also noted that the Victoria’s Secret angel is opting for a natural home birth this time. They added,
“Gisele’s very happy… Everyone’s thriving… She’s excited about the baby and feels good. She’s several months along and planning a home birth”.
The source also discussed the couple’s decision of not knowing the gender of their child and not having a gender reveal party as Gisele decided to wait to know till the birth of the baby.
They concluded their statement by highlighting the joy of Bündchen and Valente to take the next step in their relationship and start their family. They said,
“Gisele and Joaquim are happy for this new chapter in their life and they’re looking forward to creating a peaceful and loving environment for the whole family”.
Gisele Bündchen And Joaquim Valente Set To Welcome Their Child In Early 2025
As soon as the news of Bündchen’s pregnancy with her jiu-jitsu instructor partner, was confirmed on October 28, 2024, an anonymous source revealed additional details to TMZ.
The insider shared that Gisele is approximately five to six months along, suggesting that the baby is expected to arrive in early 2025, likely around February. However, the source did not provide an exact due date for the child’s arrival.
The model was spotted in Miami, Florida, on the same day her pregnancy news broke. PEOPLE magazine exclusively obtained photos of Gisele taking a morning stroll with her German Shepherd, Alfie.
For the outing, she wore an all-black ensemble, including black shorts and a plain black t-shirt, paired with white tennis shoes and a black baseball cap. Although the dark clothing made her baby bump less noticeable, a subtle glimpse of it was still visible in the photos.
Gisele Bündchen and Joaquim Valente were first spotted together in November 2022 while vacationing in Costa Rica. At the time, Gisele denied any romantic involvement. However, their relationship transitioned from platonic to romantic in June 2023, and they have been together ever since.
Bündchen was previously married to NFL legend Tom Brady for 13 years, from May 2009 to October 2022. The former couple also shares two children, a son, Benjamin Rein Brady, and a daughter, Vivian Lake Brady.
Fans Divided Over Gisele And Joaquim’s Pregnancy Announcement
The couple’s unexpected pregnancy announcement has set the internet abuzz, leaving fans divided in their reactions. While some expressed their support, others were less enthusiastic. Some positive comments read,
“It’s gonna be a cute baby! ❤️”
“This will be a gorgeous child…”
However, some harshly negative netizens criticized Gisele for having a baby at the age of 44, questioning her decision with comments like,
“Why would you start over at such a late age”.
“Damn I’d be pissed off to have a baby AGAIN at this stage of life”.
As Gisele Bündchen and Joaquim Valente embark on this new journey together, the couple remains excited about their growing family and the love that awaits them. Regardless of the mixed reactions, it’s clear that their bond is stronger than ever as they prepare to welcome their little one into the world.