So, if you’ve been scrolling through your feed lately wondering about Erin Lichy and those "baby on the way" headlines, you aren’t alone. It’s been a wild ride for the Real Housewives of New York City star. Honestly, it feels like just yesterday she was dealing with "cheese-gate" and arguing about who's a "leaky pigeon" on Bravo.
But things got real—fast.
Erin and her husband, Abe Lichy, are officially deep in the "four kids" life now. If you missed the chaos of 2024 and early 2025, the short version is that Erin didn't just spark rumors; she lived them. It wasn't just another reality TV plot point designed to get people talking at a reunion. It was a full-blown "another act to the circus," as she likes to put it.
The News That Caught Everyone Off Guard
Back in November 2024, Erin dropped the bombshell that she was expecting her fourth child. It was kinda funny because, right around that time, she’d been involved in this super messy pregnancy prank on the show with Rebecca Minkoff. You remember that, right? They were trying to figure out who the gossips were in the group by planting a fake story about Rebecca being pregnant.
Then, life decided to be ironic.
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Actually pregnant this time, Erin told People that she realized she was expecting while they were out East. She suddenly couldn't stand certain smells—that classic first-trimester "everything is gross" phase—and she just knew. "Damn. Here we go again," was her literal thought.
Meet Jack Hunter Lichy
Fast forward to March 30, 2025. While most of us were probably just doing Sunday chores, Erin was welcoming a new human into the world. She and Abe introduced Jack Hunter Lichy to the public via a series of cozy Instagram photos.
He joins the rest of the crew:
- Levi, who’s now around 10.
- Layla, the 8-year-old who Erin joked she’d be leaning on for help.
- Elijah, who is 5.
It's a lot. Most people would be hiding under a blanket at the thought of four kids in a New York City apartment (even a really nice one), but Erin seems to handle it with that weirdly calm, "I've got this" energy she brings to the show.
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Why Everyone Was Talking About It
There was a bit of a "wait, what?" factor because Erin had been so open about the struggles in her marriage during Season 15. There was the whole Bitcoin thing—Abe selling it without telling her—and just general friction. Adding a fourth baby to that mix? It felt like a bold move.
But apparently, her kids were the ones driving the bus on this. They were "begging" her for another sibling. It’s sweet, though Erin did joke with them about it meaning fewer toys and less attention. They didn't care. They wanted baby Jack.
What This Means for RHONY Season 16
If you’re a Bravo fan, your first thought is probably: "Is she coming back?"
As of early 2026, the word is yes. Erin has been spotted filming and hanging out with the likes of Sai De Silva and Jessel Taank. She’s even dropped hints on the red carpet that they need to "see this through." It’s going to be interesting to see her navigate the show as a mom of four. We’ve seen her as the "busy entrepreneur" and the "tough friend," but the newborn-haze version of Erin might be a totally different vibe.
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Actionable Takeaway for Fans
If you're following the Lichy family saga, keep an eye on her brand, Mezcalum. She spent most of her pregnancy talking about how much she missed having a cocktail, and now that she's officially in the "post-baby" phase, she's back to promoting her artisanal mezcal.
If you want to keep up with the real-time reality of her life:
- Follow her Instagram for the actual photos of Jack Hunter—she’s surprisingly transparent about the "circus" of four kids.
- Watch Season 16 (when it drops) to see how the group dynamic shifts with a new baby in the mix.
- Check out her cookbook, She’s a Host, if you want to see the "polished" side of her life that somehow exists alongside the diaper changes.
Raising four kids in NYC is no joke. Whether you love her or find her a bit too "Tribeca" for your taste, you’ve gotta hand it to her—she doesn't do things halfway.