Reality-TV personalities Giannina Gibelli and Blake Horstmann have opened up about a new chapter in their lives: a second child is on the way, with a due date set for March 2027. The couple, who first met on the 2021 season of Love Is Blind already share a two-year-old son, Heath Orion, and now look forward to expanding their household to four.
In a candid interview, Giannina explained that the pregnancy arrived almost exactly as the pair had hoped—right after their honeymoon. She described the moment as a classic honeymoon baby scenario, though the initial home-test results were misleading. A second test the following day revealed the unmistakable two pink lines, confirming the news she and Blake have now made public.
How the pregnancy unfolded
Giannina, 33, recounted the anxious morning when she first took a pregnancy test. “We were aiming for a honeymoon baby, so when the first test came back negative, I thought I’d taken it too early,” she told a media outlet on September 24. Feeling pressure in her abdomen the next day prompted a retest, and the result was a pleasant shock: she was indeed pregnant. The couple shared a photo of Giannina cradling her bump while Blake displayed sonogram images, sparking a wave of congratulations from fans and former co-stars alike.
The announcement arrives more than three years after their first child was born in March 2024. Their son, affectionately called Heath, has already embraced the role of big brother, often kissing Giannina’s belly and exclaiming, “Daddy, look, baby!” The family’s excitement is palpable, and they have chosen to keep the gender of the upcoming baby private for now.
From Croatian vows to a growing family
Blake and Giannina tied the knot in a lavish June ceremony on the Dalmatian coast of Croatia. Surrounded by fellow Love Is Blind alumni such as Jason Tartick and Astrid Loch, the wedding featured a blend of traditional rituals and personal touches that highlighted the couple’s journey from blind dates to lifelong partners. Their son served as the ring bearer, a symbolic gesture that underscored the centrality of family in their lives.
Post-wedding life brought a mix of bliss and adjustment. Giannina described a period of “post-wedding anxiety,” questioning her new identity after months of being a bride. She coped by baking—up to five loaves at a time—a therapeutic habit she termed “stress baking.” The duo also noted that the transition from wedding planning to married life gave them the space to consider expanding their family further, a plan they had already set in motion before the current pregnancy.
Beyond parenthood: podcasts and future projects
In addition to their growing household, the pair have been nurturing a joint venture: the “He Said, G Said” podcast. Launched during the tail end of wedding preparations, the show allows them to discuss relationship dynamics, parenting insights, and the everyday realities of being in the public eye. Giannina stated that the new pregnancy gives them the freedom to dive deeper into the podcast, as the initial flurry of wedding logistics has settled.
Both reality stars continue to maintain strong connections within the Love Is Blind community, frequently receiving supportive comments from former cast members. The announcement thread on Instagram featured congratulatory messages from Jason Tartick, Alexa Lemieux, and other alumni, illustrating the tight-knit nature of the show’s extended family.
As the couple prepares for the arrival of their second child, they remain focused on balancing their professional endeavors with family life. Their shared message emphasizes gratitude for the journey so far and optimism for the milestones ahead, reinforcing the idea that love, partnership, and parenthood can thrive together.
