Bindi Irwin and her husband, Chandler Powell, recently opened up about their plans for expanding their family, offering an honest look into their journey and what lies ahead.
In a Q&A video posted on the Australia Zoo YouTube channel, the couple addressed a question they say they’re often asked: “Are you planning on having another child?” The question has become a constant part of their lives, and Powell shared the heartfelt story behind their current family dynamic.
“We’re so grateful to have Grace, our miracle baby,” Powell said, referring to their 3-year-old daughter. He explained the challenges Bindi faced in conceiving, particularly due to her battle with endometriosis, a condition that can affect fertility. “It’s truly a miracle that we have Grace, and we cherish every moment with her,” Powell added.
The couple welcomed their daughter, Grace Warrior Irwin Powell, on March 25, 2021 — the same date as their wedding anniversary. Since then, they’ve embraced their small family of three, focusing on creating precious memories with their little girl.
“We’re absolutely thrilled with our family just the way it is,” Powell said. “We cherish every moment with Grace and wouldn’t have it any other way.”
Bindi, the daughter of the late conservationist and wildlife expert Steve Irwin, echoed Powell’s sentiment and took a moment to address the delicate nature of the question. She encouraged fans to be mindful when asking about other families’ plans.
“I truly appreciate everyone’s curiosity, but I think it’s important to remember that not every family’s journey is as it appears on the outside,” Bindi shared. “Behind closed doors, many families are facing challenges that others might not understand, so it’s important to approach these questions with care.”
While acknowledging the well-intentioned nature of such inquiries, Bindi emphasized that for many, questions about having more children can be deeply sensitive. “For some people, it’s just not possible to have more kids, or they may not be able to have any at all,” she said.
Bindi made it clear that she feels blessed to have Grace and likely won’t be adding to their family. “Grace is our little miracle, and we feel beyond grateful to have her in our lives,” she shared. “She is our one perfect child. If we’re ever blessed with another, that would be amazing. But we don’t know what the future holds.”
Although the possibility of a second child remains uncertain, Bindi clarified that she dislikes referring to Grace as their “only” child. “She is our one and only, and we are beyond thankful for her,” Bindi said, her voice filled with love.
In March 2023, Bindi had previously shared her endometriosis diagnosis with fans, revealing that she had undergone surgery to remove 37 lesions and a cyst. Endometriosis, which affects about 11% of women, can cause painful and challenging symptoms, including infertility.
At the time, Bindi asked her followers to avoid asking about having more children, highlighting the sensitivity of such questions. “Please be gentle and pause before asking when we’ll have more children,” she wrote.
Bindi and Chandler’s journey emphasizes the emotional challenges of family planning and underscores the importance of showing empathy when discussing such deeply personal topics.