Kerry Katona has sparked curiosity by expressing her desire to have a baby with her younger partner, Paolo Margaglione, as friends suggest she is motivated by a sense of urgency. The mother of five ignited speculation recently by sharing her interest in expanding her family, stating, “I am open to having more children, and I believe my kids would support me in that decision.”
Sources close to Kerry have disclosed to OK! the reasoning behind the former Atomic Kitten singer’s inclination to have another child. “Kerry views this as her last opportunity to extend her family,” the insider revealed. “She deeply cherishes her family and adores her children. They are her pride and joy, and her main focus.”
At 45 years old, Kerry is a mother to daughters Molly, 24, and Lilly-Sue, 22, with her first husband, Brian McFadden, and daughters Heidi, 18, and Max, 17, with her second husband, Mark Croft. Her youngest daughter, 11-year-old DJ, is from her late husband, George Kay.
According to the insider, Kerry believes that Paolo, a father of two whom she met on the show Celebs Go Dating earlier this year, possesses the qualities of an ideal father figure should they decide to have another child. “She feels a deep connection with Paolo and sees him as her soulmate,” they stated. “Both of them are interested in expanding their family. He fits all the criteria and she trusts he would be an excellent father.”
Despite Kerry’s enthusiasm, some individuals are skeptical about the idea of her having another child, citing concerns about added pressure or the possibility of her raising the child alone if her relationship with the 34-year-old Paolo falters.
Nonetheless, Kerry’s inner circle affirms that she remains undeterred by negative feedback, particularly from online critics. “Kerry is not bothered by others’ opinions,” the source emphasized. “She has always been determined and has followed her heart. A few negative comments from envious trolls won’t sway her from pursuing her desires. If she believes it’s the right time to have a baby with Paolo, she will pursue it regardless of obstacles.”
The celebrity had previously expressed a desire to have more children with her former fiancé, Ryan Mahoney, her partner of six years. Despite a cancer scare and subsequent tests indicating her ability to conceive naturally, their relationship ended last November due to a breach of trust.
Recently, Kerry, who has been touring the UK with her close friend Katie Price, shared how well their families have bonded. “I spent a day with Paolo, my children, and his two daughters, which was delightful,” she mentioned to OK!. “Blending our families has been seamless, and everything has fallen into place smoothly.”
The insider added that while Kerry anticipates challenges with a new baby in her forties, she is confident in her support system. “She understands that raising a young child at her age will be demanding, but her older children are willing to help and support her,” the source explained. “In Kerry’s eyes, Paolo is an exceptional father figure, and she has witnessed this firsthand.”
However, the source cautioned that if Kerry is serious about adding to her family, time may be of the essence. “It seems like now or never,” they remarked.