It’s Official!! Mama June Star Pumpkin and Darrin Kitchens are officially parents! The couple announced they are expecting their first child & The Announcement Is Huge!
The rumors are true, and the family is growing! Lauryn “Pumpkin” Efird has officially confirmed the news that has the internet buzzing: She is expecting her first child with her partner, Darrin Kitchens!
In a heartwarming announcement posted just moments ago, the 24-year-old reality star shared a stunning photo of herself holding a sonogram strip while Darrin lovingly cradled her baby bump. The couple looked over the moon as they revealed their “little secret” to the world.
“Our New Beginning”
Pumpkin, who is already a “Supermom” to her four children with ex-husband Josh, captioned the post with an emotional tribute to Darrin.
“I never thought I would find love like this again,” Pumpkin wrote. “Darrin, you have stepped up in ways I can’t explain. We are so excited to add one more pumpkin to our patch! Baby Kitchens coming soon!”
Who Is Darrin Kitchens?
Fans have been speculating about Darrin’s role in Pumpkin’s life for months, but this pregnancy announcement cements his status as a permanent part of the family. Sources say Darrin has been a “rock” for Pumpkin during her recent family struggles and has already bonded with Ella, Bentley, Sylus, and Stella.
“Darrin treats those kids like his own,” an insider revealed. “And now that he’s having a biological child with Pumpkin, he is the happiest man alive. He has been buying diapers and painting the nursery for weeks.”
Fans Send Congratulations
While some fans were shocked to see Pumpkin moving on so quickly, the comment section is flooded with love.
“Congratulations Pumpkin!” one fan wrote. “You deserve all the happiness in the world. Darrin looks so in love with you.”
Mama June and Alana “Honey Boo Boo” Thompson have also reposted the news, adding their excitement for the newest member of the reality TV dynasty.





