'Most beautiful surprise of all': Model Jesinta Franklin and AFL star husband 'Buddy' announce they are expecting third baby
Jesinta Franklin and her husband Lance 'Buddy' Franklin have announced they are expecting their third child.
The wife of the retired AFL star took to Instagram on Tuesday to share the happy news through a heartfelt video of their growing family.
Jesinta could be seen cradling her baby bump as the couple's daughter, Tullulah, and son, Rocky, danced happily around her.
In one heartwarming moment, Rocky kissed his mother's pregnant belly.
'Tullulah and Rocky are getting a baby brother or sister for Christmas,' the former Miss Universe Australia wrote in the caption.
'The most beautiful surprise of all.
'Our hearts are full, and yet, we share this news with deep sensitivity.'
The socialite went on to acknowledge her fortunate position and expressed her sympathy for those who have experienced infertility.
Jesinta said her third pregnancy has not always been a breeze. Picture: Instagram
The model has been resting with her two children. Picture: Instagram
'I know that announcements like this can be incredibly hard for those who are walking the path of infertility or loss,' Jesinta wrote.
'My heart is with you, always.'
The influencer's celebrity friends and followers quickly flooded the comments with their heartfelt congratulations to the high-profile couple.
Australian actress Natalie Bassingthwaighte said she was anticipating they would announce baby number three soon.
"Ahh, I had a feeling! So beautiful, congrats," the 2000's hitmaker wrote.
Today show presenter Jane Azzopardi said a third addition to the Franklin family will be a breeze with the help of Tullulah, five and Rocky, four.
"Oh this is beautiful news for you all! And this time around, you'll have two proper little helpers!!" she wrote.
The Bachelor star Anna Heinrich wrote, "Congratulations, so happy for the four of you", while fellow AFL WAG Bed Judd said the news was "so special".
Australian fashion designer Pip Edwards also joined the chorus of celebrators, commenting two heart emojis.
Amid the wave of support, Jesinta took to Instagram Stories to update her 350,000 followers that her third pregnancy has not always been a breeze.
Jesinta Franklin and her husband Lance 'Buddy' Franklin have announced they are expecting their third child. Picture: Instagram
"This little person has given me a rough time the last couple of months," she wrote alongside a photo of her growing belly.
"Sadly, I'm not someone who thrives when they are pregnant."
The model also shared a snap of herself while seemingly feeling unwell and closing her eyes as she rested on the couch beside her two children.
Jesinta said the scene accurately depicted the "reality" of the last few months.
"House, couch or bed bound given the odd occasion," she said.
Jesinta also said she had "spent a lot of time" being sick in public bathrooms when she felt well enough to leave the house.
Despite the upheaval, she described her third pregnancy as an "absolute blessing" and revealed she and Buddy would keep the gender a surprise.
"Even though we thought we were happy and done with two beautiful children, we have been lucky enough to add another to the family," Jesinta wrote.
"Life works in mysterious ways, and I'm leaning into this next chapter with a grateful heart.
"Lulu and Rocky are beside themselves and can't wait to meet their baby."
Buddy and Jesinta had their first date at Sydney's Crown Hotel bar in 2012. Picture: Instagram
Jesinta married the premiership winner in 2016. Picture: Instagram
In an interview with Stellar in 2022, Jesinta opened up about the importance of having goals outside of motherhood for her mental health.
"As a mum you sacrifice so much for your children,' she told the publication.
'You put your needs at the very bottom of the list of things to do, so it's nice to step back into it (work).
"It's also really important for my mental health to have something to strive for outside motherhood.'
Buddy and Jesinta had their first date at Sydney's Crown Hotel bar in 2012 after the AFL legend asked a mutual friend for the model's number.
Jesinta married the premiership winner in 2016 in a private ceremony attended by their close friends and family.
The celebrity couple famously smashed Gold Coast price records when they bought a sprawling mansion in the area in 2022 for a reported $8.75 million.
The stunning property spans approximately 1,096 square metres and offers uninterrupted views of the nearby coastline.
Located on high ground about 16 kilometres from the Gold Coast CBD, the lavish home features expansive grounds and two separate dwellings.
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