Warning: Spoiler Alert! It appears People magazine accidentally leaked this info a bit too soon.
Mackenzie McKee and fiancé Khesanio Hall will be adding two more daughters to their family this year, as the Teen Mom: The Next Chapter couple have learned that they are expecting twin girls. People was the first to report the news.
The magazine reports that Mackenzie and Khesanio announced the sex of their twins during a “Goals or Bows”-themed celebration, which was shown during teaser clips of the season finale during Thursday’s episode (to some viewers). The couple was joined by friends and family, including Mackenzie’s children: sons Gannon and Broncs, and daughter Jaxie, whom she shares with ex-husband, Josh McKee.
The sex of the couple’s twins were revealed at the party when Khesanio kicked two soccer balls filled with colorful smoke and both revealed pink smoke, indicating that there are two baby girls joining the family.
As The Ashley previously told you, Mackenzie announced in March on The Drew Barrymore Show that the IVF process she and Khesanio had been documenting both on and off of ‘Teen Mom: The Next Chapter’ had been successful, and that she was expecting twins.
Prior to her big announcement, Mackenzie had explained on an episode of ‘Teen Mom: The Next Chapter’ that there was a good possibility that she and Khesanio could end up having more than one baby, due to the IVF process and the fact that the couple chose to transfer two embryos. Mackenzie said she and Khesanio made this decision because there was an 80 precent chance that at least one of the embryos would be successful; however, she also noted that there was a 20 percent chance that both embryos would “stick” and that she and Khesanio would end up with twins, which is what ultimately happened.
Mackenzie, a Type 1 diabetic who has had high-risk pregnancies with her other children, also acknowledged during the episode that there was a two percent chance that both of the embryos would split, resulting in four babies.
Earlier this week, Mackenzie happily shared on Instagram that she was 28 weeks pregnant and officially in her third trimester. In a Q&A on Instagram last month, she told fans that she carried her first three children to “36-37 weeks only,” so her goal with this pregnancy is “32-34 weeks.”
“I’d love to try and make it past next month into June,” she wrote.
As for her health with this pregnancy, Mackenzie assured fans she has a “great diabetic care team” and that she and her twins were thriving. During her previous pregnancies, Mackenzie struggled to keep her diabetes under control, which resulted in her having very large babies. Gannon weighed 9 lbs., 7 oz. at birth, while Jaxie was over 8 lbs. Mack’s third child Broncs— who had serious health issues after birth— weighed in at a whopping 10 lbs., 1 oz.
“This pregnancy is unlike the last 3,” she wrote. “I have an insulin pump and Dexcom, along with a great diabetic care team. My sugars are not only great, but the babies are super healthy and growing perfectly.”
Mackenzie and Khesanio have not revealed what they plan to name their twins; however, Mackenzie told her dad on a recent episode that they would likely be selecting two names that begin with the letter “J” to continue with a tradition in Khesanio’s family.
New episodes of ‘Teen Mom: The Next Chapter’ air Thursdays on MTV.
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The DRASTIC difference in having a supportive partner during pregnancy!
What on earth does “goals or bows” mean.
Girls or boys? With a weird backwards sexist twist?
Like goals in hockey or soccer I’m guessing.
It’s a gender reveal. I don’t see why it’s “sexist.” It’s all in fun. Are you just looking for something to be offended by or negative about??
Because girls NEVER play games that involve scoring goals. 🙄
We’re not talking about that right now. We are talking about a gender reveal. Why does it bother you so much? I’m sure we’re all well aware that girls play hockey and other sports. Just like men take ballet lessons. You don’t always have to make a big deal of what other people are doing. It’s harmless fun. You can do your little eye roll or whatever. But you’re acting like a baby. It’s not about you. It’s about them. Go ahead and act like a fun sponge. Your virtue signaling is ridiculous.
I really appreciate how the word “Goals” was presented in pink and “Bows” in either dark blue or black. It created the impression that, while it was a charming play on words, “Bows” could just as easily refer to bow-ties as it could to hair-bows. Similarly, “Goals” could represent any sport, regardless of gender, or any aspiration in life. The unique choice of colors, which defy typical norms, adds to the appeal. Plus, the inclusion of soccer balls within the word “Bows” reinforces that bows can be for boys and goals can be for girls. This clever approach suggests that anyone, regardless of gender, can relate to these delightful word plays. I absolutely loved it! I found it both adorable and quite unique—very smart!
She’s an example of how drastic your life can change in a couple years.. never forget this. For better or worse
As devastating as Angie’s death was, I believe it was the best thing for MacKenzie. She left a toxic that she was encouraged to stay in and finally found someone that treats her well, and treats her kids well. Hearing Jaxie and Broncs say their dad ignores their calls and texts was so sad.
If Angie could have been around to meet Khes she’d see how wrong she was to tell Mack to stay with Josh for all those years.
Her mom also discouraged her getting birth control and said just don’t have sex. That’s not the correct way to address the situation. She already had a baby and knew she shouldn’t have more.
Dang you are so right, I never thought about it like that and because she always just wanted Angie’s approval she was willing to be unhappy to make her happy. Deep!
Very happy for them. Also, super happy that she finally has a supportive partner and the kids have a father figure they can look up to.
For what we’ve seen of Khes, he’ll be a great girl dad
I’m so happy for her! They are a beautiful couple.