Terra Jolé and husband Joe Gnoffo have welcomed their third child! The 39-year-old Little Women: LA star welcomed a baby girl on Wednesday, March 11.
Terra gave birth on her due date, which she revealed when she announced her pregnancy back in November. The pregnancy was a surprise for the couple, but a welcome blessing nonetheless. Now the couple is outnumbered by their sweet children.
The couple named their little girl Magnolia August Gnoffo. Magnolia's birth is also very exciting for her two older siblings. Terra and Joe also share 5-year-old daughter Penelope "Penny" Charlevoix Gnoffo and 3½-year-old son Grayson Vincent. The couple is excited and nervous to have three kids under 5, but they're up for the challenge.
While Terra is thrilled for her own family, she's keeping costar Christy McGinity in her thoughts. Christy welcomed a daughter, Violet Eva, on March 6. Sadly, the premature baby girl died just two weeks later.
"With all of the fear surrounding us we are blessed to have the best news of our year. Our baby girl came healthy and happy through Mom’s last pregnancy," the couple's statement reads.
Magnolia was born at 5 lbs., 12 oz. and measured 20 inches.
"We are overjoyed by our new addition and now more protective than ever to ensure our health and safety of our little family," the statement continues.
"We wish wellness and safety to every growing family out there. They are our future."
Magnolia has tested positive for achondroplasia, Terra revealed. Terra and Penny also have achondroplasia, which results in dwarfism. Magnolia will also be tested for pseudoachondroplasia, which Joe and Grayson both have.
"Being little may be challenging at times, but it has made us who we are today," she said to People after revealing Grayson's diagnosis in 2018.
"It won’t always be easy. It won’t always be hard, but embracing dwarfism will hopefully be instilled in both of our children."
For now, they're more concerned with the current health crisis. They just want to see their baby stay healthy.
"[The diagnosis is] the last thing we are worried about right now though," she noted. "Keeping the family healthy is No. 1."
While celebrating her own family's joy, Terra is also keeping castmate Christy McGinity in her thoughts. Christy welcomed a baby girl prematurely on March 6. Sadly, Violet Eva passed away at just 2 weeks old.
While the ladies haven't always seen eye to eye, Terra is heartbroken for what Christy has gone through.
"Our hearts are broken for Christy and her family," Terra said. "We’re devastated for her loss. No parent should ever have to bury their child."
Terra first shared the news of her pregnancy in November. "Once again, our little family is getting bigger," Terra said at the time.
"We are halfway through our journey of pregnancy, and only starting the new adventure of parenting with three children under five. As can be expected, we are experiencing a great deal of nerves, but it’s overpowered by joy."
Terra and Joe were surprised by the pregnancy, admitting that "this pregnancy was not planned." The happy surprise was no less welcome by the couple, however.
"This child will forever be a blessing," she said.
As her pregnancy came close to its end, Terra began getting antsy to meet her little one. "31 weeks and counting. What will your name be? What will your personality be like? How will you change our lives forever?" she captioned a photo of her thoughtfully holding her bump.
"Can’t wait to discover every question. I’m grateful for every kick, every flutter, every thing that you are sharing inside this growing body of mine."
With Magnolia home, the new family of five is settling in together. It'll take some time before they're used to their new normal. Life with three kids under 5 can be hectic, but this family is going to do an amazing job at making it all work.
