Hailey Bieber is opening up about a frightening medical diagnosis she faced before becoming a mother and how it shaped her pregnancy journey.
The model and founder of the skincare brand Rhode recently revealed that doctors had previously diagnosed her with a uterine septum, a congenital condition in which a thin wall of tissue partially divides the uterus. While the condition is relatively uncommon, it can complicate pregnancy and increase the likelihood of miscarriage or premature delivery.
Bieber discussed the experience during a recent appearance on the SHE MD podcast, hosted by OB GYN Dr. Thaïs Aliabadi and Mary Alice Haney. Aliabadi, who also serves as Bieber’s physician, had advised monitoring the condition before the model considered having children and noted that a surgical procedure might eventually be needed.
At the time, pregnancy was not part of Bieber’s immediate plans. However, she soon discovered she was expecting a child with her husband, singer Justin Bieber. The news came as a surprise given the existing medical concerns.
Doctors explained that the condition carries elevated risks during pregnancy. In Bieber’s case, the diagnosis was categorized as moderate, which can raise the chance of miscarriage and increase the likelihood of delivering prematurely.
Despite those statistics, Bieber approached the situation with cautious optimism. She recalled believing that everything would ultimately work out and relied on close medical monitoring throughout the pregnancy.
As the pregnancy progressed, her body adapted as needed and the uterus expanded normally as the baby grew. With careful oversight from her medical team, the potential complications never developed into major problems.
The couple ultimately welcomed their first child, a son named Jack Blues Bieber, in August 2024.
Bieber’s candid comments offer a glimpse into the uncertainties that can accompany pregnancy, even for those with access to top medical care. By sharing her story, she joins a growing number of public figures who are speaking openly about reproductive health challenges and the realities of motherhood.