In a heartwarming social media announcement, singer Perrie Edwards and her fiancé, footballer Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, have revealed they have welcomed their second child into the world.
A Joyful Instagram Announcement
The couple shared the news on Friday, 17 January 2026, with a tender Instagram post. The image showed the newborn cradled in her parents' arms, with the caption simply stating her name: "Alanis Valentine ?". The post confirmed the arrival of a baby girl, filling fans and followers with delight.
This new addition joins the couple's first child, their son Axel, who was born in 2021. Perrie and Alex, who first met in 2016, got engaged during a romantic holiday in 2022.
A Journey Marked by Heartbreak and Hope
The arrival of baby Alanis is particularly poignant for the couple, who have previously spoken openly about experiencing pregnancy loss. In a recent appearance on Paul Brunson's 'We Need To Talk' podcast, Perrie revealed she had suffered a miscarriage at 22 weeks.
Alex also addressed their struggles in an interview with The Athletic, stating, "When you start a family, that’s when you start to learn it’s not easy to have a child, that things can go wrong." He highlighted the profound difficulty, especially for women, when a pregnancy is lost later on.
This context made the couple understandably cautious during this pregnancy. They waited until Perrie was further along before announcing the news last September 2025, despite ongoing public speculation. At the time, they shared a video showcasing Perrie's baby bump alongside a t-shirt referencing her single 'If He Wanted To He Would'.
A New Chapter for the Growing Family
The birth of Alanis Valentine Oxlade-Chamberlain marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for the family. The couple's openness about their challenging path to expanding their family has resonated with many, making this happy conclusion all the more celebrated by their supporters.
Fans of Little Mix and football alike have flooded social media with congratulations for Perrie and Alex, wishing them and their newborn daughter health and happiness as they enjoy this precious time together.
