Michael Phelps's wife makes her feelings known with a heartfelt message as she celebrates her son Nico's first birthday

Michael Phelps' wife, Nicole Phelps, shared her emotions as the family celebrated their youngest son Nico's first birthday with a race-themed party. The celebration featured a creative setup inspired by motorsports.

Mrs. Phelps shared a carousel of photos from the celebration on her Instagram account. In the first image, he gazes curiously at this birthday cake alongside his parents, while later photos show him enjoying the cake.

Nicole also shared a family photo featuring her husband and their four sons. Additional photos captured the boys with the balance bike Nico received as a birthday gift, along with playful moments between Nico and his grandparents.

The Olympic champion's wife shared the moment on Instagram in January 2025 with a heartfelt caption:

"And just like that… we have a 1-year-old 🥰.Happy Birthday, Nico. You love your brothers and your puppies, cottage cheese, blueberries, and being outside. We’re grateful for your first lap of life together 🏎️🤍🖤"

Michael Phelps and his wife are parents of four sons. Their first child was born in 2016, followed by their second, Beckett, in February 2018, and their third, Maverick, in 2019. The couple welcomed their youngest son in January 2025, completing their growing family. The couple tied the knot in June 2016.

The couple attended the 2024 Paris Olympics with their son Nico, marking his first experience at the competitive event.

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Michael Phelps' wife reflects on their son's first visit to a competitive game

Michael Phelps with wife, Nicole, and son, Nico, at Olympic Games Paris 2024: Day 12 - Source: Getty

Michael Phelps and his wife, Nicole took their youngest son, Nico to the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. The trip marked their son's first time attending an international event. His wife held her son in her arms by the poolside as they exchanged a tender glance.

She wore a T-shirt featuring the US flag and Olympics logo, hinting at her support for Team USA. Nicole Phelps, shared the moment on Instagram in July 2024, with a heartfelt caption:

"First night at the pool brought back some super emotional moments for me 🥹 so grateful to be here in Paris watching all the amazing Olympians chasing their dreams ❤️🤍💙"

Although retired from competitive swimming in 2016, Michael Phelps attended the 2024 Paris Games as an NBC commentator. He provided expert analysis during daytime and primetime broadcasts and joined the commentary booth for select swimming events.

The 39-year-old is a five-time Olympian and a 28-time Olympic medalist, with an unmatched tally of 23 golds, three silvers, and two bronzes. Between 2001 and 2011, he secured 34 World championship medals, including 27 golds, six silver, and one bronze.