Reality television star Kristen Doute and her fiancé Luke Brodrick have welcomed their first child, a daughter named Kaia Lily. The couple’s choice of the name Kaia, Hawaiian for ‘the sea’, reflects their love for the state where they got engaged. Their journey to parenthood wasn’t smooth sailing – Doute suffered a miscarriage in 2023. She expressed gratitude for the support she received from her fans and the community of women who rallied around her. Her openness about her fertility struggles has resonated with many. Kristen announced her pregnancy in November, revealing that they started trying for a baby at the start of 2024 and had sought the advice of a fertility specialist. The couple decided to meet with a fertility specialist to learn about their options and what could be the next step if they decided to go that route. Kristen went through hormone shots and prepared her body for Intrauterine Insemination (IUI).