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Congratulations to Jo Dee Messina and her husband Chris Deffenbaugh, who welcomed their second son to the family on Tuesday, January 11. Weighing in at 6lbs, 13oz, Jonah Christopher was born at 2:43 p.m. Central. He joins big brother Noah, 3.

“Noah couldn’t wait to hold his little brother,” Jo Dee said. “He’s so good with him. God has blessed us so much.” Continue Reading

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Eric Church and wife Katherine welcomed their first child, Boone McCoy, on October 3. Now, the proud parents are showing off the adorable 10-week-old! Boone, who was born weighing 7lbs, 11oz., makes his grand debut in the most appropriate place – from his daddy’s guitar case! Boone is definitely the best gift Eric and Katherine have received this holiday season.

“Everybody always tells you what an awesome and unique experience being a parent is,” Eric said. “But words can never do the feeling justice. The way our life changed in that 24-hour period alone after he was born – just by putting a little boy in the house – was awesome.”

Eric has been enjoying the success of his latest album, Chief, which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart and received a GRAMMY nomination. He’s looking forward to seeing how Boone’s birth will affect his music. Continue Reading

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Congratulations to Justin Moore and his wife Kate! The proud parents of 21-month-old Ella Kole welcome their second daughter, Kennedy Faye Moore, into the world this morning. Born in Justin’s home state, Arkansas, at 7:59 a.m., Kennedy arrived at 7 pounds, 18 ½ inches long.

“Faye was my grandmother’s name, who passed away a couple of years ago, so we thought it would be a great way to remember her,” said Justin. “And, we both just liked Kennedy.”

It’s been a record year for Justin, who topped the Billboard Country Albums and Singles charts earlier this year. Both Outlaws Like Me and its lead single, “If Heaven Wasn’t So Far Away,” reached No. 1.

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Justin, who just wrapped up a busy year out on the road with Miranda Lambert, as well as his own headlining dates, was home for the birth and plans Continue Reading

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Justin Moore and his wife Kate are anxiously awaiting the arrival of their second daughter any day now. The new baby, to be named Kennedy Faye, will join 20-month-old Ella Kole, making Justin the lone male in a house of three females. His wife is more than eager for Kennedy to join the family. “My wife’s getting real ready,” Justin said. “Poor thing, and me being on the road, she carries the brunt of Ella and that kind of stuff so she’s miserable.”

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Justin and Kate aren’t as nervous for the arrival of baby No. 2 now that they have experience as parents — and now that they’re expecting another daughter. “I’m like, ‘Yes! No new clothes for a while and we can make these last a while now,’” Justin said. Continue Reading

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Jo Dee Messina and her husband Chris are expecting baby No. 2, reports People.com. Jo Dee announced the good news on her Twitter account. “Our family is very excited. In a few months, Chris, Noah and I will be welcoming BABY #2!!!”

The new baby will join big brother Noah, who is 2 and a half, whom Jo Dee says is always in a good mood. “I get [Noah] out of his crib first thing in the morning and there he is — huge smile,” Jo Dee said. “He’s a very happy soul, which is a blessing.” Continue Reading

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Jewel, Ty Murray & son Kase. Photo courtesy of The Valory Music Co.

Jewel and Ty Murray are showing off their new bundle of joy, son Kase Townes, to People Magazine. Kase was born July 11 after an emergency c-section that left Jewel and Ty shaken but holding a healthy baby boy. The pair had planned on a natural birth, but a routine doctor visit a week after Jewel’s due date showed Kase needed to make his arrival as soon as possible.

“We wanted a natural birth and I was committed to that. I studied hypnobirthing,” Jewel told People. “I feel lucky to be pregnant in the modern age where they could actually tell he wasn’t well during those contractions. We felt thankful that we had good doctors and a good hospital nearby, and that everything was okay. I’m so lucky that we have a healthy baby boy. That’s all I cared about.”

Ty, known as one of the toughest cowboys to ever compete on the rodeo circuit and one of the founders of Professional Bull Riders, remembers watching Kase come into the world. “I felt like somebody went to a cabinet, pulled out a perfect baby and handed him over,” he said. “It’s overwhelming.” Continue Reading

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Justin Moore photo by Kristin Barlowe, courtesy of The Valory Music Co.

Justin Moore took to Twitter to share some big news with his fans – his little girl, Ella Kole, 1, is about to be a big sister! “Hey guys. Wanted yall to know that kate and I are expecting our second child in November! We feel so blessed, and couldn’t be more excited!” he tweeted Monday. The announcement comes just in time for Father’s Day, though there is no word yet on whether he’ll be adding another daughter or a son to his growing family.

When Ella, who is often the subject of dad’s tweet pics, was born last year, Justin’s life changed. “You learn real quick when you have kids – and I know other people out there listening to this know what I’m talking about – if you have kids you realize really quick that you really don’t matter, especially as much as you thought you did,” Justin said. “All that matters is them.” Continue Reading

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Zac Brown is surrounded by women – daughters, that is! The Boot reports that Zac and wife Shelly welcomed their fourth daughter, Joni Mason Brown, yesterday morning at their Atlanta, Georgia home. At 7 pounds, 14 ounces, baby Joni joins big sisters Justice, 4, Lucy, 2, and Georgia, 1. As thrilled as he is over his girls, Zac, one of 12 kids in his family, is still holding out for a boy. Continue Reading

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Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban pictured at the 68th Annual Golden Globe Awards held at The Beverly Hilton hotel in Beverly Hills, California on January 16, 2011. © RD / Orchon / Retna Digital.

Now we know why Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman were glowing a little more than usual at last night’s 68th Annual Golden Globe Awards — they were about to let us in on a very happy secret!

Keith and Nicole and their two-year old daughter Sunday Rose, today announced a new addition to their family, Faith Margaret Kidman Urban. Born through a gestational carrier at Nashville’s Centennial Womens Hospital on December 28, 2010, Faith Margaret is Urban and Kidman’s biological daughter.

The proud parents issued the following statement: “Our family is truly blessed, and just so thankful, to have been given the gift of baby Faith Margaret. No words can adequately convey the incredible gratitude that we feel for everyone who was so supportive throughout this process, in particular our gestational carrier.”

Congrats to Keith and Nicole!

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James Otto and his beautiful wife Amy are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Ava Katherine Otto. Born this past Tuesday night at 9:23pm at a Nashville-area hospital, Ava Katherine came into this world weighing 8 lbs., 2 oz. and is 19 1/2 inches long.

“We can’t believe Ava is finally here! She is beautiful like her Mama and I am already wrapped around her tiny finger. I am so grateful I made it home in time to be here for her arrival–it has truly already changed our lives,” said Otto. Continue Reading

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