In a delightful turn of events, Kristen Doute, 41, is set to become a girl mom. Nearly two weeks after the announcement by PEOPLE, this Valley star has now revealed the gender of her little one on the way. A representative for the couple has confirmed to PEOPLE that Doute, who first made the news with Us Weekly, is indeed expecting a girl.

A Joyful Journey to Motherhood for Kristen Doute

Baby Announcement and Celebration

At the event, Kristen Doute posed with her fiancé Luke Broderick in front of a cannon of pink air, celebrating the upcoming arrival of their daughter in a few months. They also included a photo in front of a banner that seemed to carry lyrics from the lullaby "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star." This moment was filled with joy and excitement as they prepared to welcome their little one into the world.It was a special occasion with several of their costars in attendance, including Brittany Cartwright carrying her son Cruz and Zack Wickham. This gathering added to the festive atmosphere and showed the support they have from their friends.

Overcoming Challenges and Embracing Hope

In November, Doute shared with PEOPLE that she had experienced a miscarriage in late 2023. However, she and Broderick are now looking forward to expanding their little family and becoming parents. This journey has not been without its challenges, but their determination and hope shine through.After going through IUI (intrauterine insemination) in late summer, Doute was relieved, overwhelmed, happy, excited, and nervous to learn that she was pregnant and is due in June 2025. The moment she told Luke, he wasn't surprised but was overjoyed that IUI worked the first time. They were prepared for the possibility that it might not, but their happiness was palpable.

Engagement and Family Priorities

The couple's happy news came just a few months after Broderick proposed to Doute while they were filming the second season of The Valley in Maui, Hawaii. After their engagement, they spoke to PEOPLE about their upcoming nuptials and shared that they were putting their fertility journey ahead of wedding planning.Doute mentioned that they had been really busy, having wrapped The Valley and focusing on their fertility pregnancy journey. But they were also taking time to relax and enjoy being engaged. Broderick agreed, stating that they were putting a baby first and family first.This journey of becoming parents is a beautiful one for Kristen Doute and Luke Broderick, and they are ready to embrace all the joys and challenges that come with it.