Dan Reilly and Dani Wales have announced they are expecting a baby, sharing the joyful news just one week after the conclusion of the latest season of *The Block*. The couple revealed their pregnancy on social media, marking a significant moment in their lives nearly a year after the heartbreaking loss of their daughter, Billie, who passed away shortly after birth.
The announcement came in an Instagram post on Sunday evening. In the image, Reilly and Wales are seen holding hands on a beach, with the rising sun casting light on Wales’ growing baby bump. They captioned their post, “As sure as the sun rises and sets each day, she is with us for this next chapter… Billie’s sibling coming 2026.”
The couple extended their thoughts to others who have faced similar challenges, stating, “To those navigating pregnancy and infant loss, IVF, and fertility challenges — we see you.”
Support from the Community
Reilly and Wales’ announcement received an outpouring of support from fans and fellow contestants of *The Block*. Many expressed their happiness in the comments. Alicia, a contestant from the 2025 season, congratulated the couple, saying, “Congratulations @dani_wales & @danreilly_official sending you both lots of love and hugs.” Her husband, Sonny, added, “That’s great news. Sending you lots of love.”
Taz, another supporter, shared, “Beautiful. So happy for you both,” while fan favorites Tess and Luke wrote, “We are all at home screaming with joy. The best news ever. Sending you all so much love for this next chapter.”
A Wave of New Beginnings
The couple’s announcement aligns with a series of joyful news within the *The Block* community. Recently, contestant Mat revealed that he is expecting his first child, a boy due on December 18. In an interview, he shared his journey with co-parent Leah Cocks, detailing the emotional challenges they faced over seven years before discovering they were expecting through IVF.
In another instance of new life, Mat’s co-stars Emma and Ben welcomed their son, Bailey Colter Cox, on September 25. Emma noted, “He really just didn’t want to miss the auction,” referring to the timing of Bailey’s birth just days before the major auction event on October 28.
As the *The Block* family expands, Reilly and Wales’ announcement resonates as a symbol of hope and resilience in the face of past tragedies. Their journey highlights the profound experiences many families encounter, celebrating the joy of new beginnings amid loss.
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