Pregnancy is often filled with excitement, but for Olivia Culpo, the final months before welcoming her second child have also brought an emotional reality that many military spouses, athletes’ families, and working parents know all too well—timing.
The former Miss Universe and model recently opened up about how she and husband Christian McCaffrey are preparing for the birth of their second baby, revealing that this delivery will look very different from the arrival of their first daughter. While fans may assume the NFL season doesn’t become demanding until September, Culpo explained why the end of July is already one of the busiest times of the year for her husband, making every decision surrounding the birth especially important.
Speaking candidly in a Get Ready With Me (GRWM) TikTok posted on July 23, 2026, Culpo shared everything from her planned delivery to the emotional challenges of entering her third trimester, offering one of her most personal pregnancy updates yet.
Other celebrity parents have also opened up about the emotional highs and lows surrounding childbirth, including one couple whose daughter’s early arrival became a story of survival and gratitude. That journey is shared in Nick Jonas Opens Up About Daughter Malti Marie’s Premature Birth: A Powerful Story of Survival and Gratitude.
Olivia Culpo Reveals Why She Scheduled a C-Section Around Christian McCaffrey’s NFL Calendar
As she prepares to welcome Baby No. 2, Culpo revealed that she will be having a scheduled C-section rather than attempting a vaginal birth after her previous Caesarean delivery.
Explaining her decision, she said:
“Plan is I’m having a C-section because I had a C-section in July last year, so having a VBAC (Vaginal Birth After Cesarean) wasn’t an option.”
Medical guidance commonly advises waiting approximately 18 to 24 months after a previous C-section before attempting a VBAC because of the increased risk of uterine rupture. Since Culpo became pregnant only months after delivering her first child, that option was not considered suitable in her case.
She also shared that the surgery has been carefully scheduled around Christian McCaffrey’s commitments with the San Francisco 49ers.
According to Culpo, the birth has been planned for one of McCaffrey’s “slightly easier” days during training camp so he can be present for the delivery before returning immediately to football responsibilities.
She explained:
“Basically, it’s on an off day for him, so he’ll be able to come just for the birth. And then aside from that, he’ll have to go back. So it’s gonna be different than my first birth. I will be without my husband.”
The reality has been emotionally difficult for the expectant mother.
Now in her third trimester, Culpo admitted:
“Christian’s leaving for the season. So sad. Everything feels overwhelming.”
She also addressed a misconception many people have about the NFL calendar, explaining that football season effectively begins at the end of July with training camp—not when regular-season games begin in September.
Fortunately, she said she won’t be completely alone during recovery, noting that she has an extensive support system including friends, family, a nanny, along with what she described as a “village and large security detail.”
Newborn arrivals have carried special meaning for other celebrity families as well, including one father who welcomed his baby girl as a heartfelt tribute to a late family icon. That story is told in Jack Osbourne Welcomes Baby Girl ‘Ozzy Matilda’ in Emotional Tribute to Late Rock Legend Ozzy Osbourne.
Olivia Culpo’s Pregnancy Journey Has Been Filled With Unexpected Twists
The latest update comes after an eventful year for the growing McCaffrey family.
Olivia Culpo and Christian McCaffrey welcomed their first child, daughter Colette Annalise McCaffrey, via C-section in July 2025. Culpo later described the experience as “the scariest and most rewarding of all experiences.”
Just over a year later, Colette celebrated her first birthday shortly before her parents publicly discussed preparations for Baby No. 2.
The couple announced their second pregnancy on May 8, 2026—Culpo’s 34th birthday—with an Instagram post reading:
“Best birthday gift ❤️ Baby #2 coming soon 🥹.”
The announcement featured a family picnic with daughter Colette, the couple’s dog Oliver, and sonogram photos.
Culpo later revealed the pregnancy had been unplanned. She conceived roughly six months after giving birth while she was still recovering from her previous C-section and discovered she was about four weeks pregnant around late January or early February 2026.
During her recent TikTok, Culpo also shared several personal updates that gave fans a glimpse into life before the baby’s arrival.
She said this pregnancy feels “different” while still being somewhat similar to her first. She even speculated that she may be expecting a baby boy who could resemble her brother, Gus Culpo.
Beyond pregnancy itself, the family has also been adjusting to major life changes, including house renovations and moving into a new home. Culpo admitted the transition became overwhelming enough that she cried for an entire day.
Adding to the challenge, she and McCaffrey have also been working to help toddler Colette adjust to a new crib and updated sleep routine before welcoming the family’s newest addition.
Growing families have also made headlines in political circles recently, with one prominent couple recently announcing their fourth child. That announcement is detailed in JD Vance and Usha Vance Welcome Baby No. 4: Vice President Reveals Newborn Son’s Name in Heartwarming Family Announcement.
Olivia Culpo and Christian McCaffrey Timeline
| Time | Event | Official Details |
| June 2024 | Marriage | Olivia Culpo married Christian McCaffrey. |
| July 2025 | First child born | Daughter Colette Annalise McCaffrey was delivered via C-section. |
| Late Jan./Early Feb. 2026 | Pregnancy discovered | Culpo learned she was about four weeks pregnant after conceiving roughly six months postpartum. |
| May 8, 2026 | Pregnancy announcement | Couple announced Baby No. 2 on Culpo’s 34th birthday. |
| Mid-July 2026 | Colette turns one | Family celebrated their daughter’s first birthday. |
| July 23, 2026 | Birth plan revealed | Culpo shared details of her scheduled C-section and McCaffrey’s NFL-related availability in a GRWM TikTok. |
As the countdown to Baby No. 2 continues, Culpo’s latest update offers an honest look at balancing motherhood, recovery, and life alongside one of the NFL’s biggest stars. While this birth will be markedly different from her first experience, she remains focused on preparing for the newest addition to the family with the support of those around her—even if her husband must return to the football field shortly after welcoming their child.
First-time parenthood has also arrived later in life for some public figures, as seen when one actor quietly welcomed his first child at 54. That story is shared in Luke Wilson Becomes a First-Time Dad at 54: Girlfriend Kendall Yates Quietly Welcomes Their Baby Daughter.
Disclaimer: This article is based entirely on verified information and extensive research from publicly available reports. The details have been compiled from coverage published by People and AOL/Us Weekly, including Olivia Culpo’s publicly shared statements in her July 23, 2026, GRWM TikTok. No information beyond the verified sources has been added or speculated upon.
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