Jennifer Lawrence Sparks Baby Buzz: Did She Secretly Welcome Baby #2?

Jennifer Lawrence has recently made a rare public appearance in New York City with her husband, Cooke Maroney, amid swirling rumors that the couple has welcomed their second child. The No Hard Feelings actress and Maroney, a 40-year-old art dealer, were spotted enjoying a casual day out in the city on Sunday, March 16. Dressed in a stylish navy trench coat layered over jeans, Lawrence accessorized her look with a leopard-print tote, staying chic yet comfortable in the cool weather. She completed the outfit with her hair worn long and loose, looking effortlessly put together.

Though the couple has not yet confirmed the rumors of their second child, their outing comes shortly after reports surfaced about their growing family. In October 2024, a representative for Lawrence confirmed to Vogue that the couple was expecting. The news followed Lawrence’s dinner in Los Angeles, where she was photographed with a small baby bump visible. Their first child, a son named Cy, was born in February 2022.

A Glimpse into Her Love of Motherhood

While Jennifer Lawrence has always been fiercely private about her personal life, especially when it comes to her family, she has been open about her love for motherhood. In an interview with Vogue for their October 2022 issue, Lawrence shared how becoming a mother transformed her in ways she hadn’t anticipated. “I mean the euphoria of Cy is just—Jesus, it’s impossible,” she told the magazine. “My heart has stretched to a capacity that I didn’t know about. I include my husband in that,” she added, highlighting the deep bond she shares with both her son and Maroney.

Lawrence also reflected on the life-changing experience of giving birth, recalling that the moment she became a mother felt like the beginning of a new chapter in her life. “The morning after I gave birth, I felt like my whole life had started over,” she explained. “Like, ‘Now is day one of my life.’ I just stared. I was just so in love. I also fell in love with all babies everywhere. Newborns are just so amazing. They’re these pink, swollen, fragile little survivors.”

Protecting Her Children’s Privacy

In addition to her emotional reflections on motherhood, Lawrence has also been vocal about her desire to protect her children’s privacy, especially given her high-profile career. She expressed her determination to shield her son— and any future children—from the public eye as much as possible. “If I was at a dinner party, and somebody was like, ‘Oh, my God, you’re expecting a baby,’ I wouldn’t be like, ‘God, I can’t talk about that. Get away from me, you psycho!’” she said with a laugh. “But every instinct in my body wants to protect their privacy for the rest of their lives, as much as I can.”

She further emphasized her commitment to her children’s privacy by saying, “I don’t want anyone to feel welcome into their existence. And I feel like that just starts with not including them in this part of my work.”

Looking Ahead

As Jennifer Lawrence continues to navigate both her career and her family life, she remains focused on balancing the two. Despite being one of Hollywood’s most well-known stars, she has prioritized her family above everything else, slowing down her career to ensure she can be present for her children. With the rumors about her second child circulating, fans will undoubtedly be eagerly awaiting further updates, while respecting the actress’s wishes for privacy as she enjoys this next chapter of her life.