Married At First Sight's Domenica Calarco confirms she will be a 'solo parent' following pregnancy announcement: 'I feel truly empowered'
Married At First Sight's Domenica Calarco has confirmed she will be entering motherhood as a solo parent following her exciting pregnancy news.
Domenica, who announced she was expecting last week, shared an update to her 498,000 followers on Instagram, confirming that she would be "co-parenting" with the baby's father.
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"I am incredibly excited about this next chapter in my life and feel truly empowered by my decision to step into motherhood on my own terms," 31-year-old Dom shared.
"While I will be welcoming this baby as a solo parent, I am grateful to have the support of the father in a co-parenting capacity."
MAFS' Domenica Calarco announced her pregnancy last week. Instagram
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The MAFS Season 9 bride continued, writing that she was embracing this journey "wholeheartedly with all its highs and lows".
"I am beyond proud to be stepping into this role with strength, love, and a deep sense of purpose.
"I also want to acknowledge and support others who choose to embark on parenthood alone – there is so much power in making the best decision for yourself and your child."
Dom shared a statement to her Instagram Story. Instagram/@domenica.calarco
Dom concluded her message by writing that was all she had to share at this time, and appreciated being given respect of her privacy as she prepared for her exciting new chapter.
Dom revealed her heartfelt pregnancy news earlier in March 2025, sharing a sweet Instagram video with fans.
Dom sharing the news with her Nonna. Instagram / @domenicacalarco
"Been a little MIA working on my greatest project yet.....Baby 🐣 due September 2025 🤍," she captioned the video.
Dom didn't reveal any further details about her pregnancy, instead sharing sweet videos of her telling friends and family about the news.
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Dom was previously in a relationship with partner Jarod, confirming their relationship on social media in September 2024.
Domenica revealed her relationship with Jarod last year. Instagram
After posting a picture that hinted she'd found love again, Dom exclusively told 9Entertainment: "Yes, I can confirm; I am in a relationship and I am the happiest I've ever been.
"I finally have a man that puts me first and it is the best feeling in the whole entire world," she said at the time.
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