Megan Fox and Machine Gun Kelly just dropped the biggest announcement yesterday, revealing they’re expecting their first baby!!
Covered in black paint and cradling her baby bump, Megan shared the news with a poetic caption, “nothing is ever really lost. welcome back”—a reference to MGK’s song “Last November,” which alludes to their journey through past pregnancy loss.
This baby will be Megan’s fourth (she shares three sons with ex-husband Brian Austin Green) and MGK’s second, as he’s already dad to his daughter Casie.
And while fans are thrilled to see these two embracing their future together, the rollercoaster of a year they’ve had is still fresh in everyone’s minds, TheyGossip.com reports.
Their intense love story, marked by a series of dramatic ups and downs, leaves a lot of us wondering: will this baby be the glue they need, or could it bring even more challenges?
Relationship expert Dr. Deb Castaldo advises that if they want to make it work, they’ll need to focus on building a stable foundation first.
With their history of very public fights, passionate breakups, and fiery reconciliations, the arrival of a child could either strengthen their connection or reveal deeper issues.
For Megan and MGK, this means stepping up, setting aside the drama, and putting in real work to ensure their relationship is ready to support this next chapter as a family.
Megan Fox announced her pregnancy with a post on Instagram
Dr. Castaldo points out that, given the volatility we’ve seen between Megan and MGK, “a baby would be the one who would be most at risk to fall through those cracks” in their relationship.
To prevent this, they must work on foundational relationship skills, such as effective communication, conflict resolution, and nurturing respect—skills they may currently struggle with based on their public history of “acting out anger, frequent breakups and makeups, and public arguments.”
Building a Safe, Stable Environment
A child thrives in a calm and loving atmosphere. As Castaldo highlights, “a healthy relationship requires excellent communication skills and the ability to be a giving, nurturing partner.”
Given that Megan and MGK’s interactions often suggest “poor communication skills,” now is the time for them to develop healthy ways of working through disagreements.
Building this foundation can offer the stability a child needs, providing both Megan and MGK with a blueprint to grow as a unified team.
To foster a positive environment, Castaldo also emphasizes “maintaining gold standards of respect and kindness, even when angry.”
Developing this level of respect is essential, as it not only improves the couple’s dynamic but also models constructive communication for their child.
Addressing “Blueprint Baggage”
Dr. Castaldo encourages couples to examine the “blueprint baggage” each partner brings from childhood.
For Megan and MGK, recognizing these patterns could help break the cycle of unhealthy interactions that often follow unresolved family dynamics.
Colson and Megan
Castaldo explains that many couples “repeat some version of what they experienced in childhood, dragging along the multigenerational curse legacy of their family of origin.”
By addressing these underlying issues, Megan and MGK could prevent passing on similar patterns to their child, setting a positive example for the next generation.
Identifying Triggers and Practicing Respect
Another key step for Megan and MGK is to identify and understand each other’s emotional triggers. Dr. Castaldo encourages couples to ask themselves, “What are the one or two things your partner does that trigger you into unhealthy responses?”
For Megan and MGK, learning to recognize these triggers can help them approach conflicts with empathy and prevent disagreements from escalating.
A Healthier Path for Megan, MGK, and Their Future Family
Dr. Castaldo recommends that Megan and MGK take a solution-focused approach, reflecting on “what is going well in your relationship that you want more of.”
By focusing on the positive moments—those when they “listen to one another, take in feedback, and offer solutions and compromise”—they can build a supportive, collaborative environment that strengthens their relationship.
This can serve as a positive foundation for their future as a family. Finally, Castaldo encourages couples to imagine an ideal future.
She advises Megan and MGK to ask themselves, “If a miracle happened while you were sleeping tonight, and your relationship was much improved, what would you each be doing in that miracle version?”
This exercise can help them envision their best relationship, creating a roadmap for actionable steps toward that goal.
Fox and Kelly
Dr. Castaldo stresses that “children deserve to enter the world into the best emotional environment possible, and to receive a positive legacy of how to love well.”
For Megan Fox and MGK, putting in the effort now to strengthen their relationship could not only enhance their bond but also create a nurturing, stable home for a future child.
With commitment, growth, and intentional action, they can lay the groundwork for a loving, supportive family life.
