Chrissy Teigen shared that her and John Legend’s 6-year-old son Miles was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes.
Chrissy Teigen and John Legend are opening up about their son’s health journey.
The model, 38, shared that Miles, 6, was recently diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes after being hospitalized for a separate illness.
“A couple weeks ago, our Miles was sick in the hospital with a terrible case of shigella, an intestinal infection caused by bacteria in food or water,” Chrissy wrote in a July 31 Instagram post. “A lot of his friends were also sick with it, as they went to the same camp and well, it happens!”
While being treated for the illness, Chrissy—who also shares daughters Luna, 8, and Esti, 18 months, as well as son Wren, 13 months, with John—said Miles’ medical team discovered there was more than just an infection.
“The doctors knew something else was off about his blood tests,” she continued. “After more testing, we learned he is in the ‘honeymoon period’ of a lifetime of [Type 1 diabetes].”
As for the journey ahead, Chrissy said they have already started making adjustments to his routine.
“Last night we gave him his first shot of insulin and here we go!” she said. “A different, new world for us and we are certainly learning so much on the fly.”
Chrissy’s update accompanied a photo from the family’s trip to support Team USA at the Olympics. In one picture of Chrissy, Luna and Miles holding up signs for Simone Biles, some fans noticed Miles was wearing a Type 1 diabetes monitor on his right arm.
“A lot of you noticed something a little special about a photo I posted a few days ago,” Chrissy said, thanking her followers for extending “so much love and encouragement in every way possible.”
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“I was, and am, so blown away by the kindness of this community, already,” Chrissy continued. “It helps Miles so much to know so many other people are going through the same thing and he is not alone.”
As they move forward, the couple has a message for all those going through a similar experience, with Chrissy adding “We promise to be there for you guys like you have been there for us already!”
John, 45, cosigned the love by commenting five heart emojis on her post.
Fans weren’t the only ones showing their support for the family. Nick Jonas, who also has Type 1 diabetes and was John’s costar as a coach on The Voice with John from 2020 to 2021, liked Chrissy’s post, while Aimee Song also offered her well-wishes.
“Awww he’s truly so brave and strong! You guys too!!” the influencer wrote. “You guys are such incredible parents.”
For a closer look into Chrissy and John’s home life, read on for more family moments.
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Chrissy and John feed their youngest kids Esti and Wren in this February 2024 photo.
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Vow Renewal Trip
To celebrate their 10th wedding anniversary, Chrissy and John traveled with their kids to Lake Como, Italy, where they first married in 2013, to participate in a vow renewal ceremony in front of family and friends. They brought along their kids Luna, Miles, plus babies Esti and Wren (both pictured).
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3-Way Hug
Chrissy and John shared a hug with Miles on the family’s vow renewal trip.
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Mother & Daughter
Chrissy hugged daughter Luna during her and John’s vow renewal trip with their family.
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Cool Kid
Chrissy appeared with daughter Esti during the vow renewal trip.
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Daddy’s Girl
John carried baby Esti on his shoulders.
Family of Six
Chrissy and John appeared with their kids Luna, 7, Miles, 5; Esti, 7 months, and Wren, 1 month, on a tropical vacation in August 2023.
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Dad and His Kids
John shared this photo on Instagram after Chrissy announced the news, writing, Wren Alexander Stephens, our new love.”
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Surprise!
Chrissy revealed on June 28, 2023 that she and John welcomed another baby boy, Wren Alexander Stephens, via surrogate earlier that month. He is partially named after the surrogate herself, Alexandra, who is pictured here with the Chrissy’s Court star.
Presenting Wren Alexander Stephens
Chrissy shared this photo of her and John’s son after his birth in June 2023.
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Welcome Baby Wren
Chrissy and John appeared with their son after his birth in June 2023.
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Legend-arily Adorable
Chrissy and John appeared with their kids Luna, 6, Miles, 4, and baby Esti, almost 3 months, in Venice, Italy in April 2023.
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Mother & Daughter
Chrissy appeared with the couple’s youngest daughter during a trip to London in April 2023.
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Family of Five
Chrissy and John posed with their three kids in a Valentine’s Day photo.
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Calling Home
Miles sweetly crashed a video call between his dad and mom.
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Nap Time
Little Esti fell asleep her mama’s shoulder.
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John cuddled with baby Esti in a sweet father-daughter snap.
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“Our New Love”
John shared his first photo with baby Esti all bundled up.
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Cuddles
“look at u out here lookin like a baby,” Chrissy captioned a photo of daughter Esti.
She and John welcomed the baby girl on Jan. 13.
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New Sister
The couple introduced their new baby girl to the world by sharing a photo of daughter Luna and son Miles holding the newborn in a fuzzy blanket from Barefoot Dreams.
“She’s here! Esti Maxine Stephens – the house is bustling and our family could not be happier,” Chrissy wrote on Instagram. “Daddy sheds nightly tears of joy seeing Luna and Miles so full of love, and I am learning you still need diapers with a c section!? We are in bliss.”
Meanwhile, John penned from his account, “I’m in awe of Chrissy’s strength and resilience and I’m so thrilled to see how Luna and Miles embrace their baby sister. I’m so, so grateful, but that doesn’t seem like a big enough word.”
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Dress to Impress
“Sometimes you gotta cooooordinate,” John wrote on Instagram as his daughter wore a dress from the American Girl x Janie and Jack collection.
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Live Lullaby
During his dad’s kick off concert for his Las Vegas residency on April 22, Chrissy shared a hilarious photo of Miles sleeping through the set.
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Play Time
Who wants to play with Miles? Chrissy and John’s son was all smiles when exploring his DockATot Tent of Dreams.
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Birthday Fun
Chrissy hosted a math competition and family dinner for John’s 42nd birthday on Dec. 28, 2020.
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TV Time
Ever wonder what Chrissy’s family watches during the day? Here’s your answer. “Thank you @mightyexpressofficial for releasing new episodes on @NetflixFamily!” the proud mom wrote on Instagram. “It’s their favorite show and these two have watched every episode over and over and over, so mom and dad are verrrrrry happy there are new ones!”
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Let’s Eat
“Superheroes and sushi was a hit!!” Chrissy wrote on Instagram as John and Miles enjoyed a sushi class with Krispy Rice. “I cannot thank @krispyrice enough for making this happen for our little class.”
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Busted
Want to be a fly on the wall in the Legend-Teigen house? Chrissy’s Instagram Stories could help! The Cravings author documented John enjoying father-daughter time as Luna was styled in Mini Boden.
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Family Rules
Life isn’t always pretty, but it’s always filled with love in this household. “Forever!” Chrissy wrote on her Instagram.
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Bed Time
When it was time for Chrissy to read a children’s book, the proud mom snuggled up with the Barefoot Dreams In The Wild throw.
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Twinning
While celebrating Fourth of July 2020, Chrissy captured John and their son Miles wearing matching swimsuits.
