Chrissy Teigen marked her 38th birthday in a deeply personal and unconventional manner. Rather than a traditional celebration, the model and TV personality chose to undergo Ketamine Therapy, seeking a profound connection with her late son, Jack. In a heartfelt Instagram post, Teigen recounted how the therapy allowed her to explore space, time, and even experience moments with baby Jack. The session stirred deep emotions, leaving her in tears, but she found comfort by holding her other children close and ending the day with a hot pot meal shared with her best friend.
Ketamine Therapy, which involves administering low doses of the dissociative anesthetic ketamine, is gaining recognition as a treatment for mental health conditions like treatment-resistant depression, anxiety disorders, and PTSD. The goal of this therapy is to offer relief and foster healing for individuals grappling with such challenges. Teigen’s choice to engage in this form of therapy reflects her openness to exploring unconventional methods to find peace and connection amidst her grief.
In a recent Instagram update, Teigen expressed her joy and fulfillment in achieving her long-held dream of having four children. She and her husband, John Legend, recently welcomed their fourth child, a son, following the birth of their daughter, Esti Maxine Stephens, earlier in January. The couple’s journey to expanding their family, however, was fraught with heartache and uncertainty.
In 2020, they faced the devastating loss of their son, Jack, at 21 weeks of pregnancy—a tragedy that left Teigen doubting her ability to carry another child. The fear of reliving such a profound loss led them to consider surrogacy, even entertaining the possibility of welcoming twins through two surrogates. Yet, as they navigated the surrogacy process, Teigen felt a renewed desire to try carrying another baby herself. Despite the risks involved, she underwent IVF and became pregnant with Esti, while simultaneously continuing their surrogacy journey.
The road to their fourth child was anything but smooth. Their first embryo did not survive, and their surrogate, Alex, endured significant physical and emotional challenges, including surgeries, to help bring their child into the world. Finally, on June 19th, 2023, their son, Wren Alexander Stephens, was born, completing their family. Teigen, with a heart full of gratitude, acknowledged that their home now feels complete. In a poignant tribute, she noted that both Wren and Esti carry angel kisses from Jack, a reminder of the son they lost but will always cherish.
The path to building a family is often marked by both immense joy and profound sorrow. Chrissy Teigen’s story is a powerful testament to the resilience and determination of parents who face the trials of loss and the pursuit of their dreams. Her experience resonates deeply with those who have walked a similar path, offering a reminder of the strength found in family bonds and the beauty that emerges even from the most challenging of journeys.
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