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Ben Higgins and Jessica Clarke Announce Expectation of Second Daughter
7/7/2026, 4:13:18 PM
Family Milestone: Expectation of Second Daughter
Former “Bachelor” lead Ben Higgins, 37, and his wife Jessica Clarke, 31, revealed via Instagram that they are expecting a second child, a daughter, due toward the end of the year. The couple posted photos of their 17-month-old daughter Winona “Winnie” Elane holding a doll and of their dog Waylon. Captions highlighted excitement and referenced the holiday season as the timeframe for the baby’s arrival.
Background: Marriage and First Child
Higgins and Clarke married in 2021. Their first child, Winona “Winnie” Elane Higgins, was born on February 12, 2025 at 2:53 a.m., as announced by Higgins in an emotional Instagram post. The couple’s later announcement of a second child used language describing the upcoming addition as a blessing, and early family moments were documented with photos of the newborn and Higgins’s reflections on fatherhood.
Timeline of Key Events
- 2021 – Ben Higgins and Jessica Clarke wed.
- February 12, 2025 – Birth of daughter Winona “Winnie” Elane Higgins.
- Recent (date unspecified) – Instagram announcement that the couple is expecting a second daughter, with the baby slated to arrive “this holiday season.”
Public Statements on the Upcoming Birth
In the announcement post, Higgins described feeling overwhelming joy and highlighted that their dog Waylon continues to bear the symbolic responsibility of carrying on the family name. He also said his love for Clarke deepened during the pregnancy, noting his heart felt like it had burst with love for her and their upcoming baby. Clarke’s caption announced that the second baby girl would arrive during the holiday season. Both messages were posted on their personal Instagram accounts, emphasizing gratitude and spiritual reflection.
Verbatim Quotes
- “The world is blessed because @jessclarke_ is becoming a mother of two girls and Winona is so excited about becoming a big sister!” — Ben Higgins
- “Waylon still carries the pressure of carrying on the Higgins name and I personally am overwhelmed with joy to be experiencing it all!” — Ben Higgins
- “Baby girl #2 is making her debut this holiday season ?,” — Jessica Clarke
- “Life starts again for us, a new chapter we enter into, and so many moments of lacking the words but feeling God inspired love.” — Ben Higgins
Impact and Upcoming Milestones
The announcement has been reported by People.com, illustrating media attention to the couple’s family news. The couple shared the news on Instagram, and the forthcoming holiday-season birth is likely to be documented through additional updates.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
The sources do not specify an exact due date beyond “holiday season,” nor do they provide details about the pregnancy’s progression. No external commentary or criticism has been reported.
