Ree Drummond Is Going to Be a Grandma – And She’s Calling Herself ‘Young, Awesome, and Cool’! Here’s What We Know About Alex’s Baby
Ree Drummond is about to become a grandmother! The well-known cook shared the wonderful news, showing excitement and humor as she prepares for this new role. Here’s a look at the touching details of this new journey for her and her family.
Ree Drummond, the beloved family cook and TV personality, is thrilled to be taking on a new role as her family expands—she’ll soon be a grandmother for the first time.
Her oldest daughter, Alex, recently revealed she’s expecting her first child with her husband. Here’s a closer look at this joyful moment for the family, from Ree’s reaction to the pregnancy, the meaningful baby shower, and the sweet way Alex honored her mother when picking the baby’s name.
### Becoming a Grandmother
In June, Ree shared the exciting news with her fans that Alex is expecting her first child with her husband, Mauricio Scott. On her blog, Ree shared her joy and amazement at this new stage, playfully describing her surprise and deep emotions.
She wrote, “Oh my gosh. Alex is pregnant! My first baby is having her first baby. My child is going to have a child. It’s surreal, and I’m sure all of you grandparents can relate to the feeling of almost leaving your body for a moment after hearing news like this.”
Ree Drummond is thrilled to be a grandmother soon! The famous cook announced her joy and humor about her daughter Alex’s first pregnancy, sharing the special details of this new journey for her family.
Ree Drummond, the beloved family chef and TV personality, will soon be a grandmother for the first time. Alex, her oldest daughter, recently announced that she is expecting her first child with her husband, Mauricio Scott. This exciting chapter includes Ree’s funny reactions, Alex’s touching baby shower, and a sweet tribute to Ree in the baby’s name.
When Ree heard that Alex is expecting, she shared the news with fans and expressed her joy and amazement. In her blog, Ree joked about her surprise, saying she feels like she’s becoming a grandma at 31, even though she’s actually 55. She humorously added that she is getting ready for her new role by rejoining Pilates, hopping on the rowing machine, and even dreaming about buying a red Trans-Am. Ree also joked about being a “young, awesome, and cool granny” for her grandchild, asking fun questions like, “Can grandmothers wear skinny jeans?” and “How many baby cowboy boots are too many?”
Alex and Mauricio celebrated their upcoming arrival on Instagram, sharing a sweet photo with their dog and the caption, “We can’t wait to meet you, little one. Baby Scott joining the party this winter! Thank you, Lord, for this precious gift.”
For her baby shower in October, Alex shared adorable baby photos of herself on Instagram. Hosted by her sister Paige and college friends, the shower included finger foods, a mimosa bar, petit fours, and plenty of Dr. Pepper—a Drummond family favorite. Ree described the shower as joyful, adding, “I teared up a few times, ate my weight in finger sandwiches, and there was a surprise visit from George and Mauricio.” The love-filled gathering was full of laughter and cherished moments that Ree and her family will treasure forever.
Ree shared glimpses of the shower on Instagram, saying, “Her sister and friends hosted the sweetest baby shower this weekend, and I teared up a few times (in between tea sandwiches and Dr. Peppers!) It’s all gone by so fast. I’m so happy for Alex!”
For the nursery, Alex and Mauricio transformed a guest room into a soft, cozy space for their baby girl, Sofia Marie. Alex shared a video of Mauricio working on renovations, adding soft carpets and whimsical decor to the room. The centerpiece is a floral mural with bluebirds, lemons, and white blossoms.
The nursery is both sweet and elegant, featuring white furniture from Pottery Barn Kids and a cozy glider rocker for story time. Alex added childhood favorites like The Giving Tree, baby Bibles, and collections of Bible stories for bedtime memories.
Adding a special touch, Alex included tiny pink cowboy boots as a nod to her Oklahoma roots. She wrote, “Makes me teary thinking about the memories that will be made in this room. This was so much fun to dream up and put together, and shoutout to my hubby/handyman @mauricioscott03.”
She also shared her excitement, saying, “We’re ready for you, Sofia Marie! (But maybe don’t come just yet because I still need to organize your closet!)”
Ree Drummond’s excitement about becoming a grandmother has brought joy to the Drummond family, as Alex and Mauricio eagerly await their daughter’s arrival. Together, they are ready to start this new journey filled with love and cherished moments.
