Amanda Stanton, 33, former Bachelor contestant, welcomes her third child, the first with husband Michael Fogel, as announced through Instagram photos on Thursday.
In the heartwarming images, Stanton and Fogel cradle their newborn daughter, beaming down at her as she sports a pink bow headband.”She’s finally here – 1.24.24 at 1:40 pm in room 42,” Stanton shared in her caption.
In the comments, numerous friends from the Bachelor franchise showered Stanton with support and congratulations on becoming a mom of three. “So adorable!! Congratulations!! Love this little girl group,” expressed Ashley Iaconetti. “Congratulations! I’m so excited for your girls and all the fun they’re going to have with their new baby sister,” said Emily Maynard.
Stanton, a mom to Kingsley (11) and Charlie (9) from a prior relationship, shared her growing family with husband Michael Fogel.
In August, she announced the upcoming addition by posting a black and white photo on Instagram, showcasing her baby bump alongside Fogel. “Mom + Dad” she captioned.
“Baby Fogel is due in January. We have some catching up to do! I have been dreaming of this day for so long & I am so excited to finally share the news with you all!!”
“The last few months have truly been everything I have dreamt of and more and I’m finding myself constantly trying to just slow down & soak up every second!”
Expressing gratitude to family, and friends, Stanton thanked those who supported her pregnancy journey. Addressing the common nervousness in planning a pregnancy, she offered to share her experience and answer questions. “Can’t wait to share the rest of this journey with you all!” she concluded.
Stanton’s wedding featured her two daughters in special roles; Kingsley served as the maid of honor, eagerly assisting with everything, while Charlie took on the role of the flower girl. Stanton shared, “They are both very happy with their positions.”
Stanton expressed excitement about building a blended family with Fogel, her partner of two years after a friendship. “It was so nice that we already knew each other. Now, my girls are excited to officially call him their stepdad!”
