It feels like just yesterday Patrick and Brittany Mahomes were high school sweethearts in Texas, long before the Super Bowl rings and the massive Kansas City mansion. But fast forward to right now, and the Mahomes "team" has officially grown again. If you’ve been scrolling through Instagram lately, you’ve probably seen the chaos and the cuteness.
Brittany Mahomes pregnant with baby number three was the headline that basically broke the NFL corners of the internet back in mid-2024. And honestly? The way they announced it was peak Mahomes. No stiff press release. No boring black-and-white studio portraits. Instead, they dropped a video featuring their two older kids—Sterling Skye and Patrick "Bronze" Lavon—running around while the couple held up sonograms to the tune of Bruno Mars.
The Reality of Growing the Mahomes Family
People love to speculate. As soon as the news hit, everyone started guessing: boy or girl? What "metal" name are they going to pick next? Since they already have Sterling and Bronze (and dogs named Silver and Steel), the theme was pretty obvious.
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By July 19, 2024, we got the answer. They did a backyard gender reveal with a massive tic-tac-toe board. Sterling, who is basically a pro big sister at this point, flipped the tiles to reveal three pink Xs.
It's a girl.
But while the Instagram feed looked like a dream, Brittany was pretty real about the struggle. She openly admitted on her Stories that this third pregnancy was the "hardest" one yet. She dealt with exhaustion, sickness, and skin issues that she hadn't faced with Sterling or Bronze. It’s a good reminder that even with a team of trainers and a chef, pregnancy is still a physical gauntlet.
Timing is Everything in the NFL
There was this whole drama regarding the due date. Patrick actually mentioned during the 2024 season that he was highly motivated to clinch the AFC’s number-one seed. Why? Because the first-round bye week in January was the only way he could guarantee being there for the birth without missing a playoff game.
He pulled it off. On January 12, 2025, the couple welcomed their third child, Golden Raye Mahomes.
The name fits perfectly. It keeps the metallic theme alive while sounding just a bit more modern. Golden arrived right on schedule, during that crucial bye week, proving that Patrick’s "extra motivation" on the field actually paid off in the delivery room.
Beyond the Bump: Fitness and Recovery
Brittany isn't just a "WAG." She’s a former professional soccer player and a co-owner of the KC Current. That athletic background heavily influenced how she handled being Brittany Mahomes pregnant for the third time.
She didn't just stop moving. Even when she was "losing her mind" over the exhaustion, she was still in the gym. She’s been very vocal about using data—specifically her WHOOP strap—to monitor how her body was handling the strain.
What she focused on:
- Pelvic floor health: Crucial for athletes returning to high-impact sports.
- Prioritizing sleep: She swore by a full-body pregnancy pillow and a brand-new mattress to survive the third trimester.
- Nutritional density: Balancing the increased appetite that comes with breastfeeding three kids (well, one at a time, but you get the point).
Is the Mahomes Team Finished?
This is the big question everyone asks. Are they going for a fourth?
Patrick actually addressed this during training camp. He told reporters, "I'm done. I said three and I'm done." He’s always wanted to be a young dad, and at 30, he’s now a father of three. He wants to be able to run around with them and let them see his career while he’s still in his prime.
But, as any parent knows, "never say never" usually applies. For now, though, the roster seems set at five.
Lessons from the Mahomes Playbook
If you're looking at the Mahomes family for inspiration, there are a few practical takeaways from how they navigate high-profile parenthood.
First, embrace the help. Brittany has been refreshingly honest about having a nanny, a chef, and a virtual assistant. Most people can't afford a full staff, but the lesson is about delegating what you can so you can focus on your health and your kids.
Second, maintain your identity. Throughout her pregnancy, Brittany stayed involved with the KC Current and kept up her fitness brand. Being "Patrick's wife" is only one part of her life.
Third, plan for the "off-season." Even if you aren't an NFL quarterback, timing major life events around your busiest work periods—when possible—saves a massive amount of stress.
Golden Raye Mahomes is now over a year old, recently celebrating her first birthday on January 12, 2026. While Patrick is currently navigating a tough rehab after a knee injury late in the 2025 season, having his "Golden girl" and the rest of the crew around has clearly been his primary focus.
Invest in a quality pregnancy pillow early if you're struggling with sleep. Focus on functional movement rather than "bouncing back" quickly. Most importantly, don't be afraid to set boundaries on your family size, just like Patrick did when he called it at three.