Below Deck's Astonishing Baby Boom: Meet the Crew Members Who Welcomed Little Ones

Below Deck stars Dani Soares, Alli Dore, and other cast members are embarking on a new journey of parenthood.

In June 2021, Dore revealed her pregnancy with boyfriend Benny Thompson on Instagram, expressing her thrill for the upcoming adventure with their little ocean baby.

Thompson expressed his pride in a personal post, stating, "Pregnant?! I couldn't be prouder of you. You're going to be an amazing mother. I'm thrilled for the incredible journey that awaits our little family."

Two months later, the couple welcomed their baby boy. Dore shared, "We are incredibly proud of our resilient little man. We have faced unexpected challenges in the past few weeks that have been both emotionally intense and deeply meaningful. Our gratitude extends to @bennithompson for being my rock throughout this journey. I couldn't have done it without him. We eagerly anticipate the day when River can come home, counting down the days until then."

Soares recently welcomed her baby girl, Lilly, making her a mother two months ago. Sharing a crying photo of her newborn in June 2021, Soares described it as a true reflection of their first week together. In that same month, the Brazil native confirmed that she believes Jean-Luc Cerza Lanaux, her former costar, is the father of her child. Currently, Soares is raising her daughter as a single mother and expressed gratitude for the support she has received from Dore and Hannah Ferrier.

Keep scrolling to see the Bravo personalities’ adorable additions.

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'Below Deck' Babies: See Which Crew Members Have Given Birth

Dani Soares, Alli Dore, and other members of the cast are embracing the transition from Below Deck to parenthood. In June 2021, Dore happily shared the news of her pregnancy with boyfriend Benny Thompson on Instagram, expressing her excitement for the upcoming journey with their little ocean baby.

Thompson posted, "Are you pregnant?! I couldn't be more proud of you. You're going to be an amazing mother. I'm so excited for the incredible journey ahead for our little family."

Their baby boy was born two months later. Dore wrote, "We are incredibly proud of our resilient little man. These past few weeks have presented unforeseen challenges, making it an emotional but also incredibly special time in our lives. Having River at the end of it all is a blessing. I'm grateful to have @bennithompson by my side because I couldn't have done this without him. Our little family is proud, and we can't wait for the day when River comes home."

Soares became a mother two months ago when her baby girl, Lilly, was born. "This picture perfectly illustrates our experience during the first week," captioned the Brazil native alongside a photo of her newborn crying in June 2021.

In the same month, the beauty therapist confirmed that she believes Jean-Luc Cerza Lanaux, her former co-star, is the father of her daughter. Soares is currently raising her daughter as a single mother and expressed her gratitude for the support from Dore and Hannah Ferrier, as exclusively shared with We in June 2021.

Keep scrolling to see the Bravo personalities’ adorable additions.

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Arabella Higginson

Nastia Surmava, who appeared on season 4 of Below Deck Med, welcomed her first child with husband Will Higginson in March 2023.

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Sullivan Cay Chastain

The Bravo personality welcomed her baby boy in May 2023. 

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Amelia Rose Jones

Below Deck Med alum Tiffany Copeland welcomed her little one with husband Evan Jones in July 2021.

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River Thompson

Dore held her baby boy in the hospital in August 2021.

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Lilly Rose

Soares called her daughter her "best friend forever" that same month.

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Ava Roberts

Ferrier cuddled up to her baby girl in April 2021.

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Charli More

Jessica More, who appeared in season 5 of Below Deck Med, welcomed her first child in October 2022.