Particle.news

Download on the App Store

RHOP Alum Nneka Ihim Announces Pregnancy After IVF, Shares Loss of Twin

Nneka Ihim reveals her journey to motherhood, marked by fertility challenges, IVF success, and the bittersweet loss of one twin early in pregnancy.

  • Nneka Ihim, former star of 'The Real Housewives of Potomac,' is expecting her first child with husband Dr. Ikenna Ihim, due in May 2025.
  • The couple conceived through their third round of IVF after two years of trying and previous unsuccessful fertility treatments, including IUI and earlier IVF attempts.
  • Initially pregnant with twins, Ihim lost one of the babies at eight weeks, a loss she describes as deeply emotional and a 'trauma within the celebration.'
  • Despite the loss, Ihim reports that her pregnancy is progressing well, with her remaining baby described as 'healthy and strong' by doctors.
  • Ihim hopes her story will inspire and support others facing fertility struggles, emphasizing the importance of community and perseverance.
Hero image