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Federica Pellegrini announces the birth of her second daughter Rachele

By Bruna • April 2, 2026 • 3 min de leitura
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Former Olympic swimming champion Federica Pellegrini became a mother for the second time. Ela and her husband Matteo Giunta announced the birth of their daughter Rachele through a post on Instagram this Thursday, April 2nd. The couple shared a simple message accompanied by a photo of the newborn. The little one arrived into the world in Milão with a scheduled cesarean section.

  • The publication had the phrase “Hi Rachele” followed by a heart.
  • The parents highlighted that the girl was born during the pink moon visible on the night between April 1st and 2nd.

The announcement took place discreetly and directly on the couple’s social networks. Federica Pellegrini, aged 37, and Matteo Giunta, aged 43, are already parents to Matilde, born in January 2023. The swimmer had revealed in the previous days that she chose to schedule the surgical birth for this occasion.

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Federica Pellegrini and Matteo Giunta published the baby’s first image together. Eles wrote that Rachele was born with the pink moon, a lunar phenomenon associated with the flowering of the flower Phlox subulata, known as pink moss in Norte’s América. The April full moon received its name because of the flowering cycle of the wild plant.

The parents avoided additional medical details in the post. Eles focused on the emotion of the moment and the astronomical coincidence. The message conveyed tranquility and joy for the arrival of the second daughter.

Context of pregnancy and choice of name

The former athlete had publicly commented on the decision to schedule the cesarean section. Ela mentioned previous experiences to justify the choice of procedure in this second pregnancy. The family resides in the region of Milão, where the birth took place.

Matilde, the older sister, influenced the choice of the name Rachele according to previous reports from the mother. The two-year-old girl shows an interest in stories and books, which inspired her parents in their decision.

Pink Moon Meaning at Birth

The pink moon does not refer to the color of the satellite, but rather to the flowering period of Phlox subulata. Povos natives of América of Norte associated the April full moon with this recurring natural event. The phenomenon coincided exactly with the birth date of Rachele.

Federica Pellegrini highlighted this connection in the publication’s caption. The couple presented the detail as a special element that marked the baby’s arrival.

Preparation for second motherhood

The Olympic swimmer has kept sporadic updates about her pregnancy in recent weeks. Ela prioritized family privacy while sharing specific moments with followers. Surgical birth planning aimed to ensure greater control over the process.

Matteo Giunta, who also works as a coach, followed the entire journey alongside his wife. The family now has two girls in a short space of time.

The arrival of Rachele reinforces the current phase of Federica Pellegrini’s life, dedicated to motherhood after the end of her professional swimming career. The couple celebrates the moment with discretion and focus on their family routine at Milão.