Former AKB48 member Kawasakino Hope, 37, recently announced her third pregnancy via her social media accounts, sharing the joyful news with her followers. On March 1st, she updated her Instagram with the message, "I am pleased to announce I am expecting our third child." Kawasaki expressed her excitement as she indicated she is now entering the stable period of her pregnancy.
"I feel my health is stabilizing, and my family is all eagerly anticipating the arrival of the baby," she wrote, including a photo featuring fresh flowers and a maternity mark, which enhanced the emotional weight of her announcement. Kawasaki, who has two other children, detailed how this pregnancy, like her previous ones, resulted from successful IVF treatments.
She shared, "Like my first and second children, I was able to have this baby through infertility treatment and IVF. The support from my family during the challenging periods, particularly during the weeks of morning sickness, has truly enabled me to reach this point of happiness and celebration with my announcement. I’m overjoyed!"
The announcement came as not just exciting news for Kawasaki and her family, but also for her fans who have followed her career since she was part of the first generation of the popular J-Pop girl group AKB48, which she graduated from in February 2009. After leaving the group, Kawasaki ventured successfully as an entrepreneur, establishing her own apparel brand, ANTIMINSS.
She married television personality Alexander, and the couple often shares insights about their family life with their audience through various media platforms. Together, they navigated through the trials of infertility, openly discussing their experiences and challenges, which have garnered them admiration and support from fans. Kawasaki disclosed her struggles and triumphs publicly, contributing to their image as one of Japan's beloved celebrity couples.
Since welcoming their first child, Kagetora-kun, in August 2017, and the subsequent arrival of their second child, the couple's family has continued to grow and flourish, inspiring many by showcasing their family dynamics and the love shared among them.
Alongside her husband, Kawasaki expresses eager anticipation for the upcoming changes, stating: "Our family is growing, and this transformation will bring more joy and liveliness to our lives. I can’t wait to start shopping for baby goods again as the weather warms up!"
Kawasaki's experiences make her announcement particularly relatable, as she has been candid about her fertility challenges; her followers appreciate her openness about such personal subjects. She hopes her story can encourage others facing similar situations.
With spring approaching, the excited couple braces for the joyous arrival of their new family member, marking yet another chapter in their heartfelt family story.