Ayu gives birth to a baby boy

[Aderianu]

Originally Posted by Larisa-chan

I am also impressed that not one person who knew she was pregnant ran off to gossip newspapers or whatever. Her work staff, medical staff, etc. Or even the friends and families of THOSE people lol even if she may have 9999 lawyers to go after someone who would break the news, I feel like someone may have taken the chance.

I believe they are so well paid, that don't want to lose job and reputation because of one leak

[Earth_maiden]

Originally Posted by Aderianu

I believe they are so well paid, that don't want to lose job and reputation because of one leak

Plus she is pretty close with her dancers and band, maybe only a select group of people knew and she didn't need to threaten anyone to keep quiet. . We'll never know really, I'm just so proud that she pulled it off.

[greggerz189]

Obviously super happy for Ayu! I also thoroughly enjoy moments when a celebrity like her can pull off such a great surprise for the public in this day and age ♪（ｖ＾＿＾）ｖ

I do wonder about the contrast between her previously, highly publicized relationships and this pregnancy; isn’t she being managed by Max again now? As opposed to before when she was married the first time? Could be that he’s the one helping her strategize and manage the release of information. Distracting the public with the book and LOVEppears re-release makes a lot of sense and seems reminiscent of how they kept her onset deafness a secret back in 2001.

Also love that Ayu, Hikki, Namie, and Kumi all had boys. Maybe Ayu, Hikki, and Kumi’s sons can form a trio and Haruto can manage them when the time comes ヽ(´▽｀)/

Also LOVE that Ayu spoke out on the need for women to have longer parental leave periods before returning to work in Japan. She knew that her light speed return to the stage could serve as fodder for the patriarchy to point at and say, “See, women can bounce back from childbirth just fine!” so she spoke out on it immediately and revealed the vast resources required to get her to a point where that was possible. Not everyone has that and should obviously be allowed much more time to return to work.

So, so happy for and proud of Ayu and I’m wishing her all the happiness, health, and strength in this world for her growing family *･゜ﾟ･*:.｡..｡.:*･'(*ﾟ▽ﾟ*)'･*:.｡. .｡.:*･゜ﾟ･*

[Mai82Go]

Just returned here after years of absence to congratulate Ayu on her baby. I'm so happy for her. I didn't even know she was pregnant, but I hope she finds joy in motherhood!

[thinkingoutloud89]

Is this real? I ...can't..how...what?

[~angel*ayumi~]

Originally Posted by thinkingoutloud89

Is this real? I ...can't..how...what?

exactly my reaction in the first place xD

[Evan Odinson]

https://twitter.com/syooo_ta/status/1212947858812334081

Someone posted this shot from A^3 and it kinda looks like a really small pregnant belly (her stomach is usually really flat) but who knows lol

[EndOfTheWorld]

Ayumi Hamasaki Becomes A First-Time Mum At 41

[280301]

I'm so shook, but I'm also so incredibly happy for Ayu - her comments on post-pregnancy care also cement why she remains a great role model.

[Toniayu123]

I’ve seen post on Instagram as well as some Japanese articles analyzing her appearance looking for the belly, and some of them are pics from 2018 even from JTB chapter 1 lol Like, she gave birth on November, for how long do they think she was pregnant? Not even an elephant. https://www.instagram.com/p/B6zF6kVn...=1v8dve34ntw90

I’m still processing the news.

[thinkingoutloud89]

^yeah, but it works different for everyone. Some might not even get affected, others worsen. Was ist Kelly Clarkson who couldn't adjust ?

[BlackSilence]

Yeah it's like s second family to her.

I just love how randomly she put the news out: happy new year and thanks for joining me to welcome it, oh and btw i had a baby in november 🤣🎅
It's just so casual lol

[Zeke.]

Originally Posted by artcika

Yeah it's like s second family to her.

I just love how randomly she put the news out: happy new year and thanks for joining me to welcome it, oh and btw i had a baby in november 🤣🎅
It's just so casual lol

Lmao I know. Like she just threw that in there “luv you bye”

[thinkingoutloud89]

^it can be strong or careless - depending on how you see it.
She is living with her mom and she is rich, so I don't feel like it is bad for the baby, but maybe it was too sudden for her. I know she is a workaholic and she can pull it off, but maybe some rest could have her done good too - especially since she said adjusting isn't too easy.

But I' not here to judge - she knows what is best for her or maybe she reflects on it later and says it wasn't a good decision - but it's up ti her.

[owlflight]

At first, I was like WHAT? But as long as she is happy then I am happy.

[SunshineSlayer]

Originally Posted by thinkingoutloud89

^it can be strong or careless - depending on how you see it.
She is living with her mom and she is rich, so I don't feel like it is bad for the baby, but maybe it was too sudden for her. I know she is a workaholic and she can pull it off, but maybe some rest could have her done good too - especially since she said adjusting isn't too easy.

But I' not here to judge - she knows what is best for her or maybe she reflects on it later and says it wasn't a good decision - but it's up ti her.

Yeah, you actually aren't supposed to do much activity at all about 3-4 weeks after birth. Though it's possible he was born in early November. But it really does help a lot when you have an entire staff there to do things for you.

[thinkingoutloud89]

I arranged myself with the news, but I'm not buying that "unknown normal person" father story

[jbrat2219]

Wow... congratulations to her! What a well hidden secret!

[mizuki-7]

Mika Noguchi has made a long and intresting post about Ayu and her baby on Instagram !
She wasn’t in touch with Ayu since some years apparently and was really curious about this shocking new ! like a lot of people she was doubtful on Ayu giving birth herself so she chated with her on Line for explanation etc... if someone is willing to translate the post I let the link above

https://www.instagram.com/p/B675C1mJWBN/

[Toniayu123]

^ what a sweet post! It seems from the beginning Ayu had planned to keep it a secret forever, but when actually giving birth somehow she changed her mind. She felt it is not something that can’t be hidden her entire life. Also, she said Ayu sent her a pic from the baby and that his eyes are big (not surprised), as well as a pic of Ayu while pregnant, in underwear lol