Enrique Iglesias Prepares for Baby No. 4 With Anna Kournikova After Her Health Scare - Report

Enrique Iglesias and Anna Kournikova have been inseparable for over two decades. Their bond, formed on the set of his ‘Escape’ video in 2001, has grown into a loving family life. Since then, they have quietly raised three children together without marrying, preferring to keep their family life away from the spotlight.

Recently, fans were alarmed when Anna, 44, was seen in a wheelchair with a protective boot. Now joyful news has emerged: reports confirm she is expecting her fourth child, with the pregnancy said to be progressing well. 

At 44, Anna Kournikova Is Reportedly Pregnant 

According to several recent reports, Anna is expecting, confirming whispers about the couple preparing to welcome a baby no. 4. The couple’s growing family includes twins Lucy and Nicholas (7) and daughter Mary (5). The joy is deeper because the family has chosen to keep things private for years. Their three children, twins born in 2017 and Mary in 2020, have largely stayed out of the public eye until now. 

Anna was seen in a wheelchair, which raised concerns among fans. Media outlets quickly connected the dots, and rumours of her pregnancy began to spread. She appeared in Miami using a wheelchair and wearing a boot. The sight caused concern among fans. It turned out to be a minor foot injury, and thankfully, not serious. Since then, she's been seen moving freely and recently spotted taking their children to martial arts lessons. 

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Pregnancy at Age 44: What You Should Know

The mid-40s are associated with added caution and care during pregnancy. Scholars refer to it as advanced maternal age. Although pregnancy at this age is healthy in many cases, some risks to health must be considered:

• Increased Risk of Gestational Diabetes and High Blood Pressure: Pregnant women over 40 years are at a higher risk of gestational diabetes and high blood pressure during pregnancy (preeclampsia). Both should be given special medical care to maintain the health of the mother and baby.
• Heightened Risk of Miscarriage: There are increased risk of miscarriage as women grow older, with almost half of pregnancies terminating below 20 weeks in women over 45 years of age, as compared to very low rates in younger women.
• Increased Cesarean Birth: Mothers of a greater age have a higher chance of having to have a C-section, a type of surgical delivery. This is because of a combination of pregnancy complications which occur more frequently with age.
• Possible Genetic Risks: The chances of chromosomal abnormalities, like Down syndrome, increase with maternal age. Physicians tend to provide genetic screening to keep a check on this.
• Premature Birth and Other Complications: Premature births have a slightly higher risk, and babies with low or high weight at birth weights necessitate special care at birth.

In spite of these risks, a lot of women have safe and happy pregnancies even in their 40s. Complications can be significantly minimised through good prenatal care, rest and healthy practices.

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Conclusion

The case of Anna Kournikova, who became pregnant at age 44, is not only encouraging but also touching. It emphasises strength, hope and family happiness. To Enrique Iglesias and Anna, baby number four is not a new addition but a fresh chapter of love, strength and togetherness. The fans are looking forward to the safe entry of their latest family member.