Kristen Doute, Luke Broderick Welcome First Child After Pregnancy Loss

Kristen Doute, star of The Valley, and her fiancé Luke Broderick have welcomed their first child, a baby girl named Kaia Lily, born on June 11, 2025. The couple chose the name Kaia, meaning "the sea" in Hawaiian, to honor their special connection to Hawaii, where they got engaged, while the middle name Lily reflects Kristen's favorite flower symbolizing new beginnings and a gentle nature. After suffering a miscarriage in 2023, Kristen and Luke conceived through fertility treatments, including IUI, and have expressed overwhelming love and gratitude for their daughter. Kristen shared the emotional journey of pregnancy, acknowledging the fear after their loss and describing the joy of finally holding their baby despite the exhaustion and sleep deprivation. The couple has shared photos of the baby's tiny hand but not her face, and they have received warm congratulations from fans and fellow stars. Kristen also revealed experiencing Braxton Hicks contractions before delivery and is adjusting to parenthood with Luke, while wedding plans remain undecided.