Missy Franklin, the retired Olympic swimmer, welcomed her second baby girl with husband Hayes Johnson on Wednesday, March 19.

What happened?

The couple shared the exciting news with a joint post on Instagram, featuring a photo of Franklin cradling their baby girl.

The new addition

Franklin wrote in her caption: "Chase Campbell Johnson, March 19th, 2025 at 4:54 am. Welcome to the world baby girl".

The former Olympic swimmer first revealed her pregnancy on Thursday, October 31, 2024, with a joint post featuring their daughter Sarah Caitlin, 3, dressed up as superheroes.

Family reaction

Franklin expressed her excitement, stating that their daughter Sarah Caitlin "couldn't be more excited to be a big sis" and will be the "BEST big sister".

Franklin, who became a gold medalist at 17 years old during the 2012 London Summer Olympics, has been clear about her retirement from swimming, stating "Absolutely not" to returning to the sport.

Future plans

The newly minted mom of two explained that she doesn't see getting back in the water as the best thing for her physical or mental health, and instead wants to "do good outside of the water".

The couple, who wed in September 2019, welcomed their daughter Sarah Caitlin in August 2021, and have been enjoying family life together.

Franklin's retirement from swimming was announced in December 2018, after earning her fifth and final gold medal at the 2016 Rio Olympics.

The Olympic swimmer has been focusing on her family and personal life, and it seems that she is loving every moment of it.

With the arrival of their second baby girl, the family is sure to be filled with even more joy and love.

Franklin's fans are sure to be thrilled for the new mom, and will be eagerly awaiting updates on her family life.

The couple's love for their children is clear, and they are sure to be amazing parents to their two baby girls.

As Missy Franklin navigates motherhood, she is sure to continue inspiring her fans with her strength and dedication.

With a happy and healthy family, Missy Franklin is sure to be living her best life.