On the heels of Gwen Stefani supposedly turning down boyfriend Blake Shelton’s proposal because, in part, she was worried that she couldn’t have kids with him, US Weekly is now claiming that Gwen is trying to get pregnant. Really?
One of Gwen’s friends told US Weekly that the 46-year-old mother of 3 boys (from ex Gavin Rossdale) is “totally smitten and wants to have a baby with Blake.” The source adds that Gwen is “trying to get pregnant.” Apparently Blake has wanted to be a Dad and his ex-wife, Miranda Lambert, wasn’t ready, which may be a factor that led to their split. And, despite Gavin’s displeasure, Blake has been hanging out with Gwen’s sons who reportedly “love him.” Aw.
Gwen is reportedly yearning for a little girl, which may be why she is thinking about motherhood again. All in all, this just screams “bad idea” to me. First off, when will Gwen have the time to have another kid? She’s going on tour this summer, and has been trying hard to boost sales of her latest album. Motherhood is sure to derail that. Second, isn’t she moving a little fast? It’s only been 6 months. I’ve been with my boyfriend for over a year and we still haven’t met each others’ parents – let alone discussed plans for a future.
Lastly, as a woman around the same age as Gwen, isn’t menopause rapidly approaching? I certainly wouldn’t want to deal with a pregnancy this late in the game. I have gotten whacked by the metabolism fairy since I hit my mid 40s. As someone seemingly as concerned about her looks as Gwen, it may take her longer than she might think to get that pre-baby body back. Of course, this could all be another play to get in the news and maybe sell a few more CDs and concert tickets.
I have a hard time believing this whole story or this couple, but Blake just said something that sounds convincing. Blake spoke with Rolling Stone about his latest album. When asked about the attention he’s been getting from the media about his relationship he said:
It used to upset me, but it turns out it just pays really well. They can’t let go of anything I do. I literally was followed to work today. It must mean my career is doing pretty well, because my personal life’s not that exciting. I’m almost 40 years old. I don’t do that much. I’m kind of a slug. But they damn sure want pictures of it.
Yes, I know he’s once again giving us some “Aww, shucks” realness (also, when asked in the interview if he likes EDM, replied, “I don’t even know who that is.”) but I can’t help but think he’s in this for the right reasons. Oh, and then there’s this story from InTouch, in which Blake reportedly asked Gwen to knock off her habit of incessant posting of pictures of the two of them together on social media, fearing it would “cheapen” their relationship. I hope that story is true. I want to believe in love. Don’t prove me wrong, Shelton.
If this story is true( I doubt it. Wasn’t she pregnant and expecting a girl a couple months ago?) she and Blake may go the surrogate route. The thing I don’t get is if this relationship is fake, what are they getting out of it?
I didn’t go into menopause until 58, but that’s really late. Still, I wouldn’t purposely have a baby at her age. Her choice, though.
I’m finally through perimenopause and have officially “paused.” I’m 52.
Her teeth are sooooo perfect. Her gums look almost fake. My teeth aren’t awful, but wow – that is some denture level of perfection.
I remember pre-braces, pre-veneers Gwen… her smile was imperfect but so pretty
Isn’t menopause late 50’s, 60’s? I doubt Gwen wants to get pregnant. Yes women in their mid 40’s can get pregnant but tabloids act like they can do it at whim. I don’t buy the Blake is annoyed by the pictures. He posts and tweets about Gwen all of the time.
No, average age is 51.
I am post menopausal and I am 47. I went into perimenopause in my mid 30’s.
Yup, last period here was age 47. Don’t miss them either.
Me, neither. My sister said it made her kind of sad. Not me. Not at all.
Also went through menopause at 47, never had any symptoms, and don’t miss periods.
JudyK, I’m trying really hard not to dislike you right now. Maybe the hot flashes are affecting my temperament.
LOL @ Elizabeth…that’s okay. A lot of my friends felt the same way!
Just finished up and am officially post menopausal at 52.
+1000. Menopause will set you free!
I’m in peri and I’m 37.
I also got my period when I was 10, so…
Me, too. Bad migraines were the tip off. I’d had a partial hysterectomy at age 32, and only one ovary was working. So, yeah.
Something just rings false about them but maybe it is the thirsty approach from gwens side. Now that I think about it she is the one posting all the pictures and she did that cringeworthy pap walk where she obviously was on FaceTime with Blake. Yikes.
So maybe Blake does want to dial down that aspect. Or maybe it’s a rebound or all fake. Who knows
You can do a lot with IVF these days. She could either use her own eggs if they are viable or use donor eggs and implant only girls since they genetically test them anyway.
Honestly, I’m in my mid 40s and I can’t think of anything more tiring than starting over with another baby…..
Me neither. But she will have much more help than I would have had.
Yes-I’m 49-and I agree (and I had my last one at 42!) I held a friend’s newborn the other day and I was so happy to give him back. The whole nursing/lack of sleep thing is totally unappealing.
Blake’s response sounds disingenuous to me. Really, dude, you think people are suddenly *that* interested in your career? Your relationship with Gwen has nothing to do with it? Please.
If this is for real for real good for her. She went through years of pining (it seems) for Gavin, even after they were married, which just seemed like submission for him. Good for her if she’s finally able to breathe a sigh of relief for once. She seems happy, like a schoolgirl. Let her be. No need to ruin her happy moment.
I can’t with these 2. They are so transparent, they bore me. No one cares, cue the messy breakup!
me neither. they are nauseating. the constant TMI and lovey dovey pictures are just too much. I never thought Gwen would come across as so desperately needy for a man and attention.
I agree. They seem extremely mismatched as a couple. Opposites attract, blah, blah, but they are both coming across as desperate and it’s so overblown yet dull. Also… he’s not even 40 yet? That surprised me because he looks a lot older than that to me (and I’m in my 40s, so no age-shade here).
Blake said in Rolling Stone this week that 98 percent of what is written about him is false except the correct spelling of his name. He does not like LA. He wishes The Voice was filmed in Nashville. I don’t get why people think coming out of a second marriage he’s already to marry, have babies. Lol. Silly stories. He loves her but the relationship is new. And she is tied to LA, which works as long as he’s on The Voice. What happens years from now when that show is over? They are a couple with baggage and will take their time before a forever commitment.
Also, when Gwen had her surprise pregnancy she was overwhelmed. She said she was worried at this time in her life with her busy life could she be a good mother to all three children, giving them all the time each needed. Then when Apollo was born and she was doing interviews
she said he was so precious and she seemed so blissful. He is a smiley, happy baby. She said her boys adored him, but three is a different ball game.
I just don’t believe she’s wants to have a baby right now. I think she loves the hot love affair they are having and neither one are thinking babies this soon in, no matter her age.
I’m almost her age (45), but I had my only child at 24, so she’s now 21, and I’m thinking more along the lines of the joys of being a grandmother rather than a mother again (not that I want my daughter to have a child right now–she’s definitely not ready, and I never bring this up to her, just something I think about).
They seem like such an odd couple.
OMG, that parrot dress she has on in the last picture is giving me a headache, literally.
US Weekly seems to have an intraveneous connection to Gwen’s PR people. EVERY week it’s more of this Gwen ‘n Blake crap. Why are they laying it on so thick? I’m no Blake aficionado but it seems his career is going along great. And Gwen, I’ve read blind items that she is panicking as her tour is sort of tanking but it doesn’t seem that this stuff is helping.
If by some chance this isn’t a show-mance—I don’t get why she has to instantly bear his child. I get she is 46, but they’ve only been dating for a few months and she has 3 young kids already. Slow your roll Gwen or slow your faux-roll.
I think these two are actually very happy together. Blake is perfect for her. She needs someone more down to earth. I hope they get married and have more children.
Totally post menopausal at 44
Egg donor or surrogate plus 24/7 nannies- easy
These two are officially gross. Blake already had a tantrum over reports of his drinking, if they (he) wanted these stories stopped; he could have it done.
Gwen. Gurl. Get a grip. You don’t have to lay in this mid-life crisis. Pick yourself up and move on.
At 46 the chances of getting pregnant naturally, or even with IVF, are below 1%. Menopause has nothing to do with it (unless you’re already through it by then in which case it’s definitive). Egg donor o adoption.
But hey, if the relationship is indeed real, I could understand the desire.
Ugh. Be a good parent to the three kids you already have who are dealing with a recent divorce and your new guy. 🙄
Gwen is a romantic. 6 months is enough to know for her type. She’s not a cynic and she’s not a spring chicken. I’m sure they are talking about their future and children, which they need to do at her age to make it happen. I don’t think she’d choose her tour, nor her potential for a difficult bounce back over having a child with the person she is madly in love with. I hope they can make it happen.
can we talk about her eyebrows?
i m disappointed no one is talking about her eyebrows.
she just looks super different to me and i can t put my finger on it.