Chrissy Teigen marked her 38th birthday in a deeply personal and
unconventional manner. Rather than a traditional celebration, the model
and TV personality chose to undergo Ketamine Therapy, seeking a profound
connection with her late son, Jack. In a heartfelt Instagram post,
Teigen recounted how the therapy allowed her to explore space, time, and
even experience moments with baby Jack. The session stirred deep
emotions, leaving her in tears, but she found comfort by holding her
other children close and ending the day with a hot pot meal shared with
her best friend.
Ketamine Therapy, which involves administering low doses of the
dissociative anesthetic ketamine, is gaining recognition as a treatment
for mental health conditions like treatment-resistant depression,
anxiety disorders, and PTSD. The goal of this therapy is to offer relief
and foster healing for individuals grappling with such challenges.
Teigen’s choice to engage in this form of therapy reflects her openness
to exploring unconventional methods to find peace and connection amidst
her grief.
In a recent Instagram update, Teigen expressed her joy and
fulfillment in achieving her long-held dream of having four children.
She and her husband, John Legend, recently welcomed their fourth child, a
son, following the birth of their daughter, Esti Maxine Stephens,
earlier in January. The couple’s journey to expanding their family,
however, was fraught with heartache and uncertainty.
In 2020, they faced the devastating loss of their son, Jack, at 21
weeks of pregnancy—a tragedy that left Teigen doubting her ability to
carry another child. The fear of reliving such a profound loss led them
to consider surrogacy, even entertaining the possibility of welcoming
twins through two surrogates. Yet, as they navigated the surrogacy
process, Teigen felt a renewed desire to try carrying another baby
herself. Despite the risks involved, she underwent IVF and became
pregnant with Esti, while simultaneously continuing their surrogacy
journey.
The road to their fourth child was anything but smooth. Their first
embryo did not survive, and their surrogate, Alex, endured significant
physical and emotional challenges, including surgeries, to help bring
their child into the world. Finally, on June 19th, 2023, their son, Wren
Alexander Stephens, was born, completing their family. Teigen, with a
heart full of gratitude, acknowledged that their home now feels
complete. In a poignant tribute, she noted that both Wren and Esti carry
angel kisses from Jack, a reminder of the son they lost but will always
cherish.
The path to building a family is often marked by both immense joy and
profound sorrow. Chrissy Teigen’s story is a powerful testament to the
resilience and determination of parents who face the trials of loss and
the pursuit of their dreams. Her experience resonates deeply with those
who have walked a similar path, offering a reminder of the strength
found in family bonds and the beauty that emerges even from the most
challenging of journeys.
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