It is only August, but 2017 has already proven to be an incredibly exciting time for the country music world. This year, more than a dozen of the genre’s biggest stars have already welcomed a newborn baby to their respective families. In fact, one special couple added two daughters! When trying to make a list of new babies, the only hard part is knowing where to start! Let’s take a look at these lucky families below…
Thomas Rhett and wife Lauren
Since the beginning of 2017, Thomas Rhett has been named ‘Male Vocalist of the Year’ at the ACM Awards, and now he recently became a dad! The year has been nothing short of spectacular for Thomas and his gorgeous wife, Lauren. Many country music fans are familiar with their adorable love story, but did you know the pair added two new daughters to their family within just a few months? After completing a long adoption process, the two lovebirds welcomed home their first child, Willa Gray, back in May. However, Lauren was pregnant throughout the adoption, and she gave birth to Ada James on August 12th. What a cute family!
Justin Moore and wife Kate
On June 11th, Arkansas native Justin Moore welcomed his first son, Thomas South, into the world alongside his wife, Kate. However, Thomas will go by his middle name. He will be called South in honor of his roots. Since the country singer already had three daughters, he is excited to finally have another male in the house to even out the ratio.
Kimberly Schlapman and husband Stephen
In January, Little Big Town’s Kimberly Schlapman announced she and her husband, Stephen, adopted a newborn baby named Dolly Grace!
Shay Mooney and fiancee Hannah
On January 24, Shay Mooney’s fiancee, Hannah, gave birth to Asher James! When Shay was asked about parenting he said he and Hannah are “very emotional parents. We’re always crying happy tears!”
Mo Pitney and wife Emily
The “Boy and a Girl” singer announced via Instagram that his wife, Emily, had given birth on January 12! Mo Pitney and Emily got married in March of 2016. The couple did not wait long to expand their family!
Other country singers who have already welcomed a new child this year include Stephen Barker Liles, Ashely Monroe, Josh Abbott, and Randy Rogers. Well, that catches us up to date! However, numerous other country families will grow in the coming months. Check out which country stars are still expecting below…
Jason Aldean and wife Brittany
Although Brittany has not given birth to Jason Aldean’s new son yet, she has taken to Instagram to show off her baby bump pictures. Jason and Brittany are not the only members of the family looking forward to meeting the child, Aldean’s two daughters from his previous marriage cannot wait to meet their baby brother either. Take a look at one of Brittany’s most recent baby bump photos featuring her puppies here.
Tyler Hubbard and wife Hayley
Tyler Hubbard of Florida Georgia Line recently got some big news regarding his future child. After being told Hayley was pregnant with a boy, the couple now know the real gender of their child. This year, the Hubbard’s will be welcoming a baby girl into the world! What a cute couple!
Hillary Scott and husband Chris Tyrell
Lady Antebellum singer Hillary Scott is pregnant with twins. We can’t wait to meet the little babies in February!
Craig Wayne Boyd and wife Taylor
Craig Wayne Boyd will be the father of a new baby boy this January!
Dave Haywood and wife Kelli
Not to be outdone by his Lady Antebellum partner Hillary Scott, Dave Haywood will also be welcoming home a child by the end of the year. His wife, Kelli, is due in December with a baby girl!
Dylan Scott and wife Blair
Dylan Scott will be the father of a new baby boy this December!
Rodney Atkins and wife Rose
Rodney Atkins‘ wife, Rose, is due in December. However, the gender has not been revealed.
Brantley Gilbert and wife Amber
Brantley Gilbert and his wife, Amber, will welcome home a baby boy this November!
Clay Walker and wife Jessica
Jessica Walker is due in October/November. The baby’s gender has not been released.
LoCash’s Chris Lucas and wife Kaitlyn
Kaitlyn Lucas is due in September with a baby girl! She will be the couple’s third child.
Be sure to share this update with other country music fans!
