nuOct 2, 2026, 14:08

Diederik Jekel becomes a father for the second time: 'We are infinitely excited'

Physicist Diederik Jekel and his partner are expecting their second child, a daughter, due in about twenty weeks. The couple, who are already parents to a son born in 2023, expressed great joy while remaining mindful of the personal difficulties they faced during previous pregnancies.

Physicist Diederik Jekel has announced that he and his partner are expecting their second child, a baby girl who is due in approximately twenty weeks. The couple, who are already parents to a son named Matthias born in 2023, expressed immense joy while acknowledging the complexities surrounding pregnancy. Jekel shared the news on Instagram, emphasizing that they do not take this experience for granted given the challenges they have faced in the past.

In reflecting on their journey, the couple recalled their previous experiences with pregnancy loss before the birth of Matthias. Jekel and his partner, Eline Schmeets, married in 2025, marking five years since they first met online. Their announcement was accompanied by a heartfelt message expressing gratitude and sensitivity toward others who may find such news difficult. The family is now preparing to welcome their new daughter, with Jekel noting that his son will soon have a new sibling to play with.

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