Joe Wicks and Wife Rosie's Home Birth Story
When it comes to welcoming new members of the family, some couples choose a calm, intimate home birth. One such couple is fitness guru Joe Wicks and his wife Rosie, who chose a home birth for the birth of their third child.
Joe Wicks, famously known as the 'Body Coach', and his wife Rosie, recently expanded their family with the arrival of a baby girl. The birth took place at home, where Rosie delivered a healthy 8lb baby in the comfort and familiarity of their own home1.
The couple's intimate moment was shared with Joe's 4.5 million Instagram followers. Announcing the birth, Joe wrote, "Rosie gave birth at 4.32am this morning at home to an 8lb healthy baby in the birthing pool. Thank you to Emily & Helen, our wonderful midwives who were there every step of the way"1.
Days later, the world was introduced to the newest member of the Wicks family. Joe shared a picture of the newborn and captioned it, "Hello world. My name is Leni Blossom Wicks".
The preparation for the home birth was a family affair. Joe had previously shared a picture of their birthing pool set up in the living room, signaling that Rosie was in labor and their family was about to grow. He wrote, "And we're off. Indie and Marley are asleep upstairs. Could be waking up with a new baby".
Big Home Birth decisions
The couple's decision to have a home birth was shared with fans earlier when they first announced their pregnancy. Joe had written, "We are having another baby... We can’t wait to welcome them into the world in September. Love you Rosie. Thank you for making me the happiest Dad in the world".
Joe Wicks and Rosie's choice of a home birth reflects what many families value: the comfort, convenience and familiarity of welcoming their baby at home.
