Celebrations are in order among those who love Olympic pair skaters Chris Knierim and Alexa Knierim. The couple has finally welcomed their first child together after months of waiting. With cute pictures, Alexa Knierim posted the big news on Instagram, then their fans got emotional. But the trip behind their baby’s arrival made this announcement even more unique.
Chris Knierim and Alexa Knierim announce the arrival of their first baby
Alexa Knierim turned to Instagram on Friday, July 11, 2025, to announce her and Chris Knierim’s happy news: they are now parents. Weighing 8 lbs, 1 ounces, their son Braxton Jeffery Knierim was born on Thursday, July 10 at 4:09 a.m.Along with one touching family shot, the post had adorable images of the baby. Thirty-four-year-old Alexa Knierim remarked, “Never felt love like this.” First, the accomplished couple on the ice disclosed their Sunday, March 16 predictions. They revealed the beginning of their family via in vitro fertilization (IVF), The announcement included a beachside image showing Alexa Knierim softly holding her baby belly in a flowery dress. With khaki shorts and a navy polo, Chris Knierim stood beside her. The path of the pregnancy was tracked using several updates, including a shower six weeks before the delivery. Alexa Knierim praised her mother and sister for planning the celebration, calling it a great day full of love and encouragement.
Chris Knierim and Alexa Knierim’s inspiring journey from skating partners to parents
Chris Knierim and Alexa Knierim started dating soon afterwards in 2012. Following their 2014 marriage, Colorado Springs, Colorado, saw their June 2016 divorce. Also Read: AI Influencer Mia Zelu Goes Viral After Fooling Instagram With Fake Wimbledon AppearanceAmong those present were Olympic skaters Ashley Wagner and Adam Rippon as their coach Dalilah Sappenfield had the wedding. Competing for Team USA at the PyeongChang 2018 Winter Games, the couple helped the team recover a bronze medal in the figure skating team event.They were also the only American pairs team there. Chris and Alexa Knierim are starting a new chapter as parents, years of achievement on the ice now. Their story still inspires people all over even with this fresh start as a family of three.
