Pregnancy Rumors After Fans Spot Possible Baby Bump
By Sophia Reynolds
August 24, 2025
Los Angeles, CA – Kourtney Kardashian, 46, has once again found herself at the center of pregnancy speculation following a recent Instagram post from her summer vacation in Portofino, Italy. Fans pointed to a bikini selfie as evidence of a possible baby bump, prompting the reality star to clap back with a spirited response, shutting down rumors of a fifth pregnancy while highlighting her focus on living her “best damn life.”
The Spark of Speculation
The buzz began on July 17, 2025, when Kardashian shared a carousel of photos on Instagram, capturing moments from her Italian getaway with husband Travis Barker and their son, Rocky Thirteen, born in November 2023. One image, a selfie taken in front of a glass door showcasing her in a black bikini, drew particular attention. A follower commented, “You can tell from the bikini reflection photo Kourtney is pregnant again,” igniting a flurry of speculation across social media platforms like X, where users debated whether the Poosh founder was expecting her fifth child.
This wasn’t the first instance of such rumors. In June 2025, candid photos of Kardashian in a baggy dress during a visit to Fontana, California, sparked similar chatter, with fans on Reddit noting she appeared to be “concealing a baby bump.” The speculation resurfaced on August 9 when a follower wrote, “RUMORS HAVE IT THAT YOU’RE PREGNANT KOURTNEY,” under another Instagram post featuring her in a Skims sport swimsuit.
Kardashian’s Response
Kardashian swiftly addressed the rumors with characteristic candor. Responding to the July 17 comment, she wrote, “Or breastfeeding, eating gelato, focaccia, pasta, not working out and living my best damn life baby!” Her August 9 reply was equally defiant, stating she was “eating pancakes and jumping off cliffs 🤙🏼,” referencing high-calorie meals and activities incompatible with pregnancy. These responses, reported by outlets like People and Reality Tea, were praised by supportive fans on X, with one user noting, “Kourtney shutting down body-shamers with class 👏 #LiveYourLife.”
The reality star’s clapbacks highlight her frustration with repeated speculation, especially given her openness about her challenging journey to conceive Rocky, which included in vitro fertilization (IVF) and a life-threatening fetal surgery in September 2023. She has also emphasized embracing her post-baby body, telling People in 2024, “Having a partner who is so supportive of me and always complimenting me, no matter what, has helped me love the changes.”
Context and Public Reaction
Kardashian, already a mother of four—Mason (15), Penelope (12), Reign (10) with ex Scott Disick, and Rocky with Barker—has been vocal about her fertility struggles and the joy of motherhood. Her pregnancy with Rocky, announced at a Blink-182 concert in June 2023 with a sign reading “Travis I’m Pregnant,” was celebrated widely, though it faced complications requiring emergency surgery. The couple’s resilience and gratitude were evident in their social media posts, with Barker calling the successful procedure a “truest blessing.”
Public reaction to the latest rumors has been mixed. On X, some fans expressed skepticism about her denials, with one user writing, “Kourtney’s 46, but stranger things have happened. That bikini pic looked suspicious.” Others defended her, with a post reading, “Leave Kourtney alone! Speculating about pregnancy is rude and invasive.” Critics also pointed to the broader issue of body-shaming, as noted by Hola, where a fan commented, “It’s insulting to say someone is pregnant because of their belly. It’s normal for those over 45.”
Broader Implications
The scrutiny of Kardashian’s appearance reflects a cultural obsession with celebrity bodies, amplified by social media. Her responses underscore a push for body positivity and privacy, aligning with her advocacy for wellness through her brand, Lemme. The controversy also highlights the challenges of public life, where even vacation photos can spark global debates.
As Kardashian continues to share glimpses of her life, including her role as a stay-at-home mom who works “about once a week,” per The US Sun, fans and critics alike will likely keep speculating. For now, she remains focused on her family and dismissing rumors with wit, leaving no indication of a fifth pregnancy on the horizon.
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Sophia Reynolds is an entertainment reporter covering celebrity news and pop culture.