If you’ve kept up with the Teen Mom universe for even a few seasons, you know that Ryan Edwards has had one of the most chaotic journeys in reality TV history. Between the legal battles, the rehab stints, and the constant headlines about his messy divorce from Mackenzie Standifer, it’s honestly easy to lose track of his actual family life. People keep asking the same question: how many kids does Ryan Edwards have exactly?
It’s not as straightforward as a quick Google search might make it seem. Depending on who you ask—or which legal document you’re looking at—the number varies. Officially, Ryan is a father to four children. However, a massive bombshell dropped during his divorce proceedings that suggests there might be a fifth child in the mix.
Let’s break down the names, the moms, and the complicated reality of Ryan’s growing brood.
The Famous First: Bentley Edwards
We all remember the 2008 premiere of 16 and Pregnant. Ryan and Maci Bookout were the couple everyone rooted for until things went south. Their son, Bentley Cadence Edwards, is now 17 years old.
Bentley is basically a man now. He’s a varsity athlete, and if you’ve seen recent episodes of Teen Mom: The Next Chapter, you’ve noticed he’s taller than his dad. For years, their relationship was practically non-existent due to Ryan’s addiction struggles. But surprisingly, in 2025 and 2026, things have taken a turn. Ryan and Maci are actually co-parenting without the screaming matches. It’s weird to see them laughing together at birthday parties, but for Bentley’s sake, it’s a huge win.
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The Mackenzie Era: Jagger and Stella
After the drama with Maci settled into a cold war, Ryan married Mackenzie Standifer in 2017. That marriage brought two more kids into the world:
- Jagger Edwards: Born in October 2018. He’s now 7.
- Stella Edwards: Born in January 2020. She’s 6.
This is where things get messy. While Ryan was busy getting sober (and then not), Mackenzie was holding down the fort. By the time their divorce was finalized in August 2025, the court documents were brutal. Mackenzie is the primary parent, and while Ryan has some visitation, reports from 2024 and 2025 claimed he was barely seeing them—sometimes as few as 26 days a year.
The Newest Addition: Presley Sage Elianna
Ryan didn’t stay single for long. He met Amanda Conner while they were both in rehab—which, yeah, sounds like a plot from a movie—and they moved fast.
In February 2025, they welcomed a daughter named Presley Sage Elianna.
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Ryan seems more "present" with Presley than he ever was with his middle children, likely because he’s actually living with Amanda and her son, Brandon. They got married just two weeks after his divorce from Mackenzie was finalized. It’s a lot to process. One minute he’s in a legal war with his ex, and the next he’s posting "blended family" photos on Instagram.
The Rumored Fifth Child: What’s the Truth?
This is the part that catches most fans off guard. During the height of the divorce drama, Mackenzie Standifer made a public claim that Ryan actually has five kids.
She alleged that there is a "secret" child born around 2014 that Ryan’s family helped cover up. She even hinted that NDAs (Non-Disclosure Agreements) were involved to keep the mother quiet. While Ryan hasn’t officially confirmed this, and no name has ever been released, the rumor refuses to die. If Mackenzie is right, Ryan has a pre-teen out there that the cameras have never seen.
Breaking Down the Blended Family
To keep it simple, here is the current roster of kids in Ryan’s life:
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- Bentley (17): Mom is Maci Bookout.
- Jagger (7): Mom is Mackenzie Standifer.
- Stella (6): Mom is Mackenzie Standifer.
- Presley (1): Mom is Amanda Conner.
- Brandon (12): This is Ryan’s stepson (Amanda’s son).
It’s a lot of personalities under one roof. Ryan recently showed Bentley around his new house, and the two of them actually had a heart-to-heart about the past. Ryan apologized for "not being in a good place" for most of Bentley’s life. It felt real, even if some fans think it’s just for the MTV cameras.
What’s Next for Ryan?
Honestly, the guy has his hands full. He’s currently under a strict parenting plan for Jagger and Stella, and he’s navigating life with a newborn and a teenager. The biggest hurdle? Proving to the courts—and his exes—that this newfound sobriety and "family man" persona is going to last.
If you’re trying to keep up with the family updates, keep an eye on his Instagram (@rcedwards85) or just wait for the next season of Teen Mom. There’s usually a new development every few months.
Actionable Insight: If you're following the legal side of this, remember that custody agreements in Tennessee are public record. You can often find the specific "parenting time" breakdowns if you look into the Hamilton County court filings, which give a much clearer picture of how much he's actually involved versus what we see on TV.