Country star Blake Shelton and pop icon Gwen Stefani are reportedly preparing to expand their family through surrogacy as the couple plans to relocate to a sprawling Oklahoma ranch, insiders tell GLOBE Magazine.
The pair, who tied the knot in 2021 after four years of dating, are eager to welcome their first child together. Stefani, mother of Kingston (19), Zuma (16) and Apollo (11), wants a baby girl. Meanwhile, Shelton – a stepdad to the boys – has yet to become a dad himself.
“They’ve been dropping hints and clearing calendars,” a source said. “It’s now or never for Blake because they’re not getting any younger.”
Surrogacy decision
Their busy careers have previously delayed the couple’s baby plans, but insiders say Stefani recently restructured her work commitments to avoid touring and recording for the remainder of the year. That break, coupled with Shelton’s flexible schedule, could open the door for a surrogacy process.
A source close to the couple said the plan is to have a child via a surrogate. The insider added the baby will be no less special and that Gwen and Blake want to spend a lot of time on family matters and ranch life rather than the L.A. scene.
Move to Oklahoma
Both stars feel that Oklahoma is the best place to raise a child. The couple has given strong signs they intend to leave Los Angeles behind to settle on Shelton’s ranch. According to insiders, they believe the quieter, rural environment will offer a stable life for their family.
“It’s become a sore spot in their relationship,” the source explained of past delays. “Now they’re finally done putting it off.”
Prioritizing parenthood
Stefani’s maternal instincts remain strong as she navigates industry commitments and impending personal transitions. Sources say she’s eager to foster a nurturing environment for a child, one different from the celebrity culture surrounding her life in California.
Shelton shares that longing. While he cherishes his role with Gwen’s sons, he’s expressed a desire for a child of his own. The couple’s move to Oklahoma would support the lifestyle they envision for their growing family.
Expert insight on celebrity surrogacy
Experts indicate that scheduling and environment are crucial when coordinating surrogacy. Multiple professionals note that a stable setting helps ensure the best outcomes. The couple’s decision to reduce professional commitments and relocate aligns with sound family planning principles for surrogacy and early childhood.
Outlook for fans
Fans have watched Shelton and Stefani’s romance blossom ever since their duet performance during The Voice in 2015. Their four-year marriage has blended families, careers and public attention. Now, they appear ready to take the next step.
With Stefani’s clear schedule and a ranch-based lifestyle ahead of them, insiders believe the couple is poised to become parents again soon.
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