Maks Chmerkovskiy Opens Up About the Unexpected Joy of Peta Murgatroyd’s Pregnancy: Seeking Babysitting Help

Maks Chmerkovskiy and Peta Murgatroyd are feeling a mix of excitement and surprise about expecting their third baby.

When Jennifer Hudson asked Chmerkovskiy if they were caught off guard by the news of Murgatroyd's pregnancy, he shared on a recent episode of The Jennifer Hudson Show, "With a 7-year-old, an 8-month-old, and Peta being 5 months pregnant, it definitely came as a surprise to us."

Chmerkovskiy shared, "After Hudson, 42, replied, 'Oh wow,' I said, 'Yeah, and that’s the reaction I get 100 percent of the time. They’re like, ‘Oh wow.’ Like, yes.'"

Chmerkovskiy’s fellow So You Think You Can Dance judge Allison Holker then chimed in to gush over how he and Murgatroyd are “wonderful parents,” saying, “You’re gonna be great, you’re gonna love it.”

Chmerkovskiy mentioned that being told they are expecting another child was the second thing he heard right away. He shared that he and Murgatroyd are now looking for an extra set of hands to help out with the kids. With three children, he joked about asking for babysitting assistance and mentioned he is open to any help that comes their way.

In February, Chmerkovskiy and Murgatroyd announced that they are expecting their third child. The couple, who already have sons Shai, 7, and Rio, 8 months, shared the news on Instagram. Murgatroyd humorously captioned the post saying, "We Are Having A Baby Yes we know…we just had a baby… haha!" She also mentioned that the pregnancy was unexpected as she was only 4 months postpartum with Rio, but they are thrilled and ready to soon become a family of 5.

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Maks Chmerkovskiy and Peta Murgatroyd Courtesy of Peta Murgatroyd/Instagram

Murgatroyd shared a clip on social media where she surprised her husband, Chmerkovskiy, with the news of their growing family. She mentioned how she had to muster up the courage for an hour before making the call, with her friends secretly filming the whole thing. Despite her attempts to drop hints, Chmerkovskiy took some time to catch on, leading to laughter in the kitchen.

After the initial call, Chmerkovskiy confirmed in an interview that he and Murgatroyd, who got married in 2017, had a private conversation off-camera.

After filming, Chmerkovskiy and Peta had a private conversation. He asked Peta how she felt about their growing family and their journey together. Peta expressed feeling grateful for the blessing of another child. Chmerkovskiy encouraged them to focus on the positive and move forward.

Despite baby No. 3 being a surprise, Chmerkovskiy mentioned that they are not done expanding their family. He believes that if they can handle three children, they will likely consider having more. As long as they have the capacity to care for more kids, they are open to the idea.

Editor's P/S:

The news of Maks Chmerkovskiy and Peta Murgatroyd's third pregnancy has sparked a mix of emotions among their fans and followers. Some have expressed surprise, while others have shared their joy and excitement for the couple. It is understandable that Chmerkovskiy and Murgatroyd were caught off guard by the news, considering they have two young children already. However, their positive attitude and willingness to embrace this unexpected blessing is truly admirable.

The couple's journey to parenthood has been filled with both challenges and triumphs, and their love and dedication to their family is evident. They have shown that it is possible to balance a busy career with the demands of parenthood, and they have created a loving and supportive environment for their children. As they prepare to welcome their third child, Chmerkovskiy and Murgatroyd are sure to face new adventures and challenges, but their unwavering love and commitment to each other and their family will guide them through. an inspiration to other couples who are considering growing their families or facing unexpected surprises.