How did Amanda Nunes Get Pregnant?

Last Modified Jul 10, 2024 14:25 GMT

Born on May 30, 1988, Amanda Lourenço Nunes is a professional mixed martial artist hailing from Brazil. Currently, she competes in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) and holds two prestigious titles: the UFC Women's Featherweight Championand the two-time UFC Women's Bantamweight Champion. Nunes also holds the top position in the UFC women's pound-for-pound rankings, highlighting her exceptional skills and dominance in the sport.

Recognized as the greatest female mixed martial artist of all time, Nunes has achieved remarkable milestones in her career. She made history by becoming the first woman to claim the esteemed two-division UFC champion status, a feat previously accomplished by only Conor McGregor and Daniel Cormier. Nunes stands apart as the sole fighter to defend two UFC titles concurrently while holding both championships.

UFC 277: Pena v Nunes 2
UFC 277: Pena v Nunes 2

How did Amanda Nunes Get Pregnant?

Amanda Nunes never got pregnant, in fact, it was her wife, Nina Nunes, who got pregnant via In-Vitro Fertilization (IVF).

In 2020, Amanda Nunes and her partner, Nina Nunes (formerly known as Nina Ansaroff), joyfully announced the birth of their daughter through an Instagram post, sharing their happiness with their followers. As an openly lesbian couple, Nunes and Ansaroff encountered unique obstacles while embarking on their journey to parenthood. To overcome these challenges, they turned to in vitro fertilization (IVF) as a means to facilitate Ansaroff's pregnancy.

Respecting their wish for privacy, Nunes and Ansaroff have decided to keep the identity of the donor anonymous, preserving a clear distinction between their personal and private lives.

Fast forward to April 2023, the couple once again took to Instagram to spread the delightful news of their second child on the way. Accompanied by a heartwarming family photograph and a touching video filmed at the doctor's office, Nunes and Ansaroff officially shared the imminent arrival of their precious new addition. Demonstrating their love and care, they have affectionately chosen the name Hazel Ann Nunes for their soon-to-be-born second daughter.

Nina Nunes (left) and Amanda Nunes (right) with daughter (center) [Image courtesy: @amanda_leoa via Instagram]
Nina Nunes (left) and Amanda Nunes (right) with daughter (center) [Image courtesy: @amanda_leoa via Instagram]

Also Read: Who is the Father of Amanda Nunes' Baby?

FAQs On How did Amanda Nunes Get Pregnant?

A. Amanda Nunes and Nina Nunes (née Ansaroff), tied the knot in 2019.

A. Nina Nunes (née Ansaroff) is the wife of Amanda Nunes. Nina Nunes formerly competed in the strawweight division of the UFC.

A. Amanda Nunes has competed in two weight divisions in the UFC: women's featherweight and women's bantamweight. She has held and defended titles in both divisions, making her a two-division champion.

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