Selena Gomez is facing an emotional crisis as fears mount that her health complications could stop her from becoming a mother, potentially shaking the foundation of her relationship with fiancé Benny Blanco, according to a new report from GLOBE Magazine.
Sources close to the couple say Gomez, 32, and Blanco, 37, are deeply in love and eager to start a family. But her past medical issues, including lupus and a life-saving kidney transplant in 2017, may make pregnancy a dangerous endeavor.
A longtime friend told GLOBE that the “Lose You to Love Me” singer constantly worries that she won’t be able to make Benny truly happy if she can’t give him a child of their own. While he showers her with love and reassures her that she is enough, she reportedly carries a deep sadness.
Medical history clouds baby hopes
Gomez was diagnosed with lupus in her 20s and has also been open about her mental health struggles, including bipolar disorder. The medications required for her conditions could pose serious risks during pregnancy, making it unsafe for her to carry a child.
In an interview last year, Gomez admitted she had to grieve after doctors told her she may never be able to bear children. That emotional journey continues, insiders say, especially now that her partner is openly expressing his dream of becoming a father.
According to GLOBE, Blanco has been praying every day for the chance to raise a child with Gomez. He often talks about how adorable their kids would be and how perfect she would be as a mom. This, while well-intentioned, has placed added pressure on Selena.
Exploring other paths to parenthood
Despite her heartbreak, Gomez is reportedly determined to move forward. She is seriously considering alternative options like adoption or surrogacy. Friends say the idea of adoption, once foreign to her, now holds a special meaning. Her own mother, Mandy Teefey, was adopted, and Gomez has described that fact as a “blessing” in past interviews.
A family friend shared that while Selena never imagined adopting a child, her mother’s story gives her hope. It’s something she’s beginning to embrace more each day.
Blanco, for his part, continues to support her emotionally. According to insiders, he has made it clear that her inability to carry a child doesn’t change how he sees her. He continues to call her the love of his life.
Still, Gomez reportedly worries that she falls short of the perfect partner he deserves. Though Blanco insists that parenthood can happen in different ways, sources say Gomez battles an inner voice that questions whether love alone is enough.
As the couple remains engaged but has not yet set a wedding date, their journey toward parenthood may involve unexpected turns. But those closest to them say one thing is certain—Gomez’s heart is fully in it, and she is exploring every possible way to create the family they both dream of.
Jaja has a degree in journalism and took classes in international law and business communication. Her career spans roles at prominent international media outlets, including International Business Times, Celebeat and Delightful Philippines. As a news editor, Jaja covered a wide range of beats, including legal, business, economy, cryptocurrency, personal finance, gaming, technology, and entertainment.