Hannah Cooper-Dommett Opens Up About Second Pregnancy and Family Life
In an exclusive interview, Hannah Cooper-Dommett has revealed intimate details about her second pregnancy with husband Joel Dommett, sharing both joyful news and the humorous realities of parenting. The model and influencer, 37, confirmed the couple knows their baby's gender but is keeping it secret, though their two-year-old son Wilde seems determined to spill the beans to everyone he meets.
Preparing for Baby Number Two
Hannah describes her current pregnancy as "dangerously soon" to delivery, with her bump so prominent that strangers in London streets apparently think she should be at home resting. However, she's determined to enjoy her freedom while she can, knowing that soon she'll have a newborn "stuck to her boobs" for extended periods.
"This pregnancy is completely different from my first," Hannah explains. "I'm constantly running after our active two-year-old son, which feels like competing in an Olympic sport. Naps have become utter luxuries that I rarely get to enjoy."
Parenting Challenges and Joys
The couple faces typical parenting dilemmas, including how to split attention between Wilde and the new baby. Hannah admits to experiencing "mum guilt" about navigating two children, describing it as "a whirlwind of emotions that you almost don't have time to think about."
Wilde seems more concerned about the present he'll receive when meeting his sibling than the actual arrival, repeatedly requesting "Get Wilde racing car." Hannah notes that while he's increased mischievous behavior recently, likely sensing change, he remains a calm child who contradicts his wild name.
Marriage and Partnership Dynamics
Hannah credits their strong relationship to open communication, noting they discuss everything to prevent resentment buildup. "As parents you always have to voice how you're feeling," she emphasizes. "We voice everything to each other. If we don't, we save it up for our podcast for the nation to listen to!"
The couple's weekly podcast, Never Have I Ever, continues successfully despite recording challenges. They typically record during Wilde's naps, resulting in authentic episodes featuring real parenting moments like Wilde falling from his cot or singing Christmas songs in March.
Supporting Maternal Communities
Hannah is actively supporting The MAM Village, a new WhatsApp channel by MAM Baby in partnership with perinatal mental health charity PANDAs. The initiative provides pre and post-natal support, addressing what Hannah calls the modern challenge of finding your "village" as a parent.
"It's so difficult to find your village these days," Hannah observes. "The reality often involves friends or random mums met in cafes. We turn to social communities more than ever, so this offers another opportunity for new mums to connect."
Personal Challenges and Inspiration
Hannah's own experience with maternal support was unexpectedly complicated when her mother was diagnosed with a brain tumor in December 2020, followed by a stroke. This prompted Hannah and Joel to become ambassadors for Brain Tumour Support and reconfigure their expectations of family support systems.
"I had that rom-com idea of what my childcare setup would look like," Hannah reflects. "We definitely delayed talking about children because we wondered how we'd actually manage. Anything can change at any time for any of us."
Her mother now suffers from aphasia, making communication challenging. "I'm going through a stage where Wilde is talking to an equivalent level to my mum, which feels like reliving different stages of grief," Hannah shares. "But I'm so grateful she's here. Her strength has given me courage to be the mother I am now."
Looking Forward
As the couple approaches their ten-year anniversary this December, Hannah jokes about the "seven-year itch" coinciding with their second child's arrival. Their celebration plans reflect their current parenting stage: an early dinner reservation at 5 p.m. to ensure good service and being home by nine for early morning childcare duties.
"If you'd told 21-year-old me I'd be going for a 5 p.m. dinner reservation, I'd have freaked out," Hannah laughs. "We're not rock and roll anymore, but we've found what works for our family."
