Ashanti and Nelly Expecting First Child: A Joyous Announcement
Instagram and ESSENCE Exclusive
In an exclusive interview with ESSENCE, Ashanti and Nelly delightedly shared the news of their impending parenthood. The announcement, ingeniously intertwined with an ad for their co-owned company Proov, was smoothly shared on Instagram, capturing the couple's excitement.
Clever Announcement
Ashanti's Instagram post, captioned "Baby baby baby...," featured a playful video combining the announcement with an ad for Proov. In the video, Ashanti is seen backstage at one of her shows, taking a pregnancy test while her mother eagerly awaits the results. With a smile, Ashanti confirms her pregnancy, exclaiming, "I’m going to need about 9 months."
Thoughts on Motherhood
Expressing her joy, Ashanti shared her thoughts on embracing motherhood alongside her fiancé Nelly. She described this new chapter in her life as a blessing filled with love, hope, and anticipation. Ashanti expressed gratitude for the support of her family, fiancé, and loyal fans as she prepares to embark on this journey.
Co-Ownership of Proov
The couple also revealed their co-ownership of Proov, a fertility and hormone diagnostics company featured in the announcement video. Proov, known for introducing the first PdG-test endorsed by the FDA for verifying ovulation, offers at-home fertility tests and treatments. Ashanti's involvement reflects her support for both motherhood and entrepreneurship.
Proov's Contribution
Proov's innovative tests provide an affordable option for women trying to conceive by identifying fertility issues, including treatable dysfunctions related to ovulation. Clinically tested and supported by medical advisors, Proov aims to empower women on their fertility journey.
Anticipation and Romance
At 43 years old, Ashanti eagerly awaits the arrival of her first child, while Nelly, who already has four children, looks forward to welcoming his fifth. The couple's relationship, which began in 2003 and rekindled in 2023, exemplifies enduring love and newfound excitement as they embrace parenthood together.
