Why Halsey's New Album Announcement Has Fans Doing A Double Take

Halsey confirmed their pregnancy in January of 2021 (via Billboard) and has kept fans updated on their baby bump progress over the last few months on Instagram. Considering the singer was most likely at least three months pregnant when they announced the pregnancy news, there is much speculation that their baby was due in June (via Capital FM). However, Halsey recently shared photos to Instagram stories where they looked read to give birth at any moment with the caption "too hot outside. beeeeen ready" (via People). Fans noted, though, that the pictures could be old and the baby on the cover of Halsey's album could be their own.

Halsey has yet to speak on who the baby on their album cover is but it's clear that this album is very close to their heart and will be filled with a lot of important ideas surrounding motherhood and the body. In an Instagram caption showcasing the album cover art they wrote, "We have a long way to go with eradicating the social stigma around bodies & breastfeeding. I hope this can be a step in the right direction!"