Lea Michele has joyfully announced the birth of her second child with husband Zandy Reich. The “Glee” star took to Instagram on Sunday to share the heartwarming news, revealing that their daughter is named Emery Sol Reich. Michele, 37, posted a touching photo featuring her, her 4-year-old son Ever, and her husband Zandy Reich, with the newborn’s tiny leg prominently displayed.
A Joyful Addition
The announcement of Emery’s arrival follows Michele’s March 27 revelation of her pregnancy. At that time, she shared three photos of her baby bump with the caption, “Mommy, Daddy and Ever are overjoyed.” Michele’s excitement was palpable as she prepared to welcome a new member into their family.
In May, Michele had shared the gender of her baby in a heartfelt post for Mother’s Day. Alongside a photo of herself holding flowers and cradling her growing belly, she wrote, “The most beautiful Mother’s Day together, holding my son who made me a mama… and carrying my daughter.” This post further illuminated the joy she felt as her family expanded.
Overcoming Challenges
Michele’s journey to welcoming Emery was not without its difficulties. In July, during an appearance on Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt’s podcast “BDA Baby,” Michele opened up about the emotional and physical challenges she faced while trying to conceive. She disclosed that she experienced two back-to-back very early pregnancies that did not result in a successful outcome, leading to a period of intense personal struggle.
Michele candidly described the experience as “super challenging” and “very painful.” She also revealed that, following these losses, she sought medical advice and was diagnosed with endometriosis. This diagnosis provided some clarity and direction as she navigated her path to expanding her family.
A Love Story
Michele and Reich’s relationship began in July 2017, and they became engaged in April 2018. Michele shared the engagement news on Instagram with a photo of her stunning ring, captioned simply with, “Yes 💍.” They married in a private ceremony in March 2019, set against the picturesque backdrop of Napa, California.
Reich, a retail entrepreneur, and Michele have navigated their personal and professional lives together, and the arrival of Emery marks a new chapter in their family story. With their hearts full and their family growing, Michele and Reich are embracing this exciting new phase with immense joy and gratitude.
