Former professional swimmer Michael Phelps, 38, and his wife Nicole Phelps have joyfully welcomed their fourth child, a son named Nico Michael Phelps.

Michael shared the news on Instagram, posting a sweet photo of himself holding the newborn while Nicole looked on lovingly. The couple, already parents to three sons—Boomer (7), Beckett (5), and Maverick (4)—expressed their gratitude for the newest addition to their family.
In the caption, Michael Phelps wrote, “@mrs.nicolephelps and I wanna welcome Nico Michael Phelps to the world. Born on 1/16. We’re so blessed to be given a 4th child. We’re now a family of 6!”

The couple has been open about their parenting journey, and Michael previously expressed his commitment to being present and active in his children’s lives. The Phelps family often shares adorable photos on social media, documenting their experiences and milestones. Michael, renowned as the most successful and decorated Olympian of all time with 28 medals, and Nicole, a former Miss California USA, have been married since 2016 and continue to celebrate their growing family with love and joy.