Former Ex on the Beach star Jess Impiazzi, 36, is expecting her first child, a baby boy, in May 2026 with partner Sam Bird, 39. The reality star, who also appeared on Celebrity Big Brother in 2018, has described the pregnancy as a 'miracle' following a difficult IVF journey and health concerns linked to her autoimmune condition lupus.
Impiazzi has required fortnightly scans throughout her pregnancy due to lupus, which puts her at risk of fetal heart block caused by a Ro antibody. She said only about one percent of people with lupus have the antibody, adding that the first two trimesters were stressful. She admitted to panicking if she could not feel the baby move, but has started to calm down after reaching seven months, as she can now feel movement constantly.
The couple's path to parenthood involved IVF, which Impiazzi discussed with Bird from the start of their relationship. She recalled that Bird, a racing driver, initially struggled with needle phobia during her injections but has been a supportive partner throughout, booking pregnancy massages and foot rubs.
Impiazzi shared the pregnancy news on Instagram in January, noting it was 'not an easy journey'. She and Bird took a holiday to distract themselves before taking a pregnancy test, which showed a faint positive line. They tested again two days later and received another positive result, which Impiazzi described as a 'happy shock'.
Reflecting on her relationship, Impiazzi said she has 'hit the jackpot' and feels secure enough to be herself, which she believes will provide a strong foundation for raising their son.
