Kathie Lee Gifford Becomes a Grandmother for the Fifth Time as Son Cody and His Wife Erika Welcome Baby No. 3

Lovingly known to her grandkids as "Bubbe," beloved TV icon Kathie Lee Gifford is reveling in the joyful chaos of family life once again as she welcomes a brand new bundle of joy into her growing brood of grandchildren.

Kathie Lee Gifford has officially become a grandmother for the fifth time, as her son Cody and daughter-in-law Erika Gifford joyfully welcomed their third child on Sunday, September 21, 2025.

The sweet announcement came two days later in a touching Instagram post from Erika, featuring the tiny newborn swaddled in white, topped with a delicate pink bow. Erika declared, "It's our greatest honor getting to love you."

A Growing Family Of Five

The proud parents had previously revealed they were expecting baby number three earlier this year. On May 16, Erika shared a nostalgic video montage featuring adorable clips of their sons, Frank "Frankie" Michael and Ford Matthew Gifford.

The video ended on a sentimental note: waves crashing on a beach as the camera zoomed in on two sand inscriptions. The first one read, "Baby #3," while the second revealed the baby's gender. Erika used the caption to open her heart about motherhood and the miracle of carrying life.

“✨ I have carried two, now three little lives within me—felt the fluttering rhythm of tiny kicks beneath my ribs and marveled at the quiet miracle of new life unfolding,” she wrote. "I've held my babies close, heart to heart, as they've found rest on my chest and I've found ultimate peace in the present. I've kissed their cheeks, wiped away tears, and surrendered to long nights of rocking and prayer."

Spit-Up, Sleepless Nights, And Sacred Ground

With raw honesty and heartfelt gratitude, Erika also acknowledged the real-life messiness of motherhood — embracing it all. "I've been covered in spit-up and soaked in love, and through every weary moment, I've found grace," she wrote. "Because even in the mess, there is holy ground. And I wouldn't trade it for anything."

She continued pouring her heart out. "I laugh more than I ever have, feel more fully, and find indescribable joy in the simplest, most mundane moments," she added. "Motherhood is the most humbling honor, the deepest love, and the sweetest blessing I've ever known."

Her emotional tribute ended on a note of deep maternal anticipation and awe. "🤍And now, I get to do it all again—with you. Our precious, precious baby girl! I cannot wait to be your mama. You're already so loved little DAUGHTER," celebrated the proud mother.

Kathie Lee's Overflowing Pride

As the world gushed over the May 16 announcement, Kathie Lee herself could finally speak, after keeping the joyful secret under wraps. She poured out her love in a comment that left no doubt: this baby is already divinely cherished.

"My darling daughter in love. This has been a very hard secret to keep! But now we can share it with the world! You are such a beautiful mother and my son is an amazing father, and I am blessed among women to call you my own," she stated.

In her heartfelt words, Kathie Lee also offered a blessing to the baby. "This little girl is gonna rock her brothers' world And she is going to rock the world at large because she is loved and touched of God," she added. "I'm so happy to share this news. Many will be praying for you until she comes into this world and smiles at us and everything changes! I love you."

When the time came, Erika shared her daughter's name in her sweet and simple birth announcement. "Welcome to the world our sweet baby Faith," she penned, calling her newborn "you heaven-sent girlie."

A Summer Full Of Sweet Memories

In the final days before baby Faith's arrival, Erika gave followers a peek into her final summer as a mother of two. On September 4, just over two weeks before giving birth, she posted a nostalgic 15-photo carousel capturing family visits, sun-soaked adventures, and joyful moments with Frankie and Ford.

She captioned it with a heartfelt reflection on what she called a "summer of love 💕." She shared, "Still riding the high of getting to be reunited with my favorite people all summer."

She reminisced, "My niece and nephew getting on a plane for first time to surprise me for my birthday still chokes me up, family visits, being reunited with my besties, celebrating this baby on the way and doing as many adventures as possible as a family of 4 will forever make this a summer to remember. Bring it on, fall."

Even while pregnant, Erika kept glowing — and showing up. On June 30, she shared a red-carpet-ready shot with Cody at the "F1" movie premiere. Dressed to the nines, Erika wrote, "Had the best time at the F1 movie premiere. Counting down until I can watch movies with Frankie and Ford in a movie theater."

The Arrival of Two Granddaughters Sparks Confusion

Not everyone had the timeline straight. One fan's comment on the June 30 post revealed their confusion, as they wondered, "Oh my goodness….Kathie Lee announced baby girl Rosie was born a couple weeks ago? So confused….beautiful couple!!!"

The confusion was understandable — but misplaced. Just over two weeks earlier, Kathie Lee had in fact celebrated the birth of a new granddaughter — but it wasn't Cody and Erika's child. It was her daughter Cassidy's secondborn, Rosie Mae, who arrived on June 2.

Rosie joined her big brother Finn, making Cassidy and her husband Ben Wierda proud parents of two — and yes, Kathie Lee now has two new granddaughters in the same year.

Rosie Mae's Sweet Arrival

The proud grandmother introduced Rosie with a touching Instagram post showing a tender black-and-white photo of her hand wrapped around Rosie's tiny fingers. "Beyond blessed by the birth of my first granddaughter. Rosie Mae you are so loved," she wrote.

On July 2, Kathie Lee — then a grandmother of four — shared a photo cradling baby Rosie and stated, "Overjoyed to be able to spend several hours with my Tennessee babies! Growing up way too fast already… today's is Rosie Mae's one month birthday!"

A month later, she posted a sweet video of herself singing to Rosie and celebrated her daughter's birthday with a message to her "precious Cassidy."

The Beauty of Grandparenting

The TV matriarch has always been open about how deeply she treasures her grandchildren. They fondly call her "Bubbe" — though she's admitted they all adorably pronounce it "Boobie."

She has often reflected on grandparenting as a season marked by gratitude and grace, especially as someone who had both her children and grandchildren later in life. Kathie Lee has credited her strong Christian faith for shaping her approach to family life and the joy she finds in watching her adult children thrive as parents.

Rather than micromanaging, she says she's focused on instilling values like kindness and respect in her children — then allowing them the freedom to build lives of their own. Watching Cody and Cassidy raise their little ones, she has said, is one of life's richest blessings.

Reflecting further on her time with the grandchildren, Kathie Lee has spoken about the value of preserving childhood innocence — believing it's something we all chase later in life if it’s missing early on. "Anything you don't get in your childhood," she said, "you spend the rest of your life trying to find it."

Family memories continue to fill Kathie Lee's social media. In September 2024, she posted a playful photo with one of her grandsons, expressing gratitude for the prayers that helped her recover after a recent hospital stay.

"Now I'm running around like a teenager healed by the grace of God and the prayers of faithful friends," she shared. "Thank you so much shalom shalom."

From Frankie to Faith — It All Started With One Swaddled 'Burrito'

This type of everyday joy has defined her grandparenting journey since it all began. When Frankie was born in 2022, Erika shared a photo of Cody asleep next to their swaddled newborn, writing, "Made it through the first night home & we've never loved anything more. Little Frankie, you have stolen our hearts and we will never be the same."

The post quickly filled with adoring comments. One fan quipped, "One big burrito...one tiny burrito!!!❤️" while another gushed, "Little Frankie looks just like his dad!" One more person agreed, "OMG little and Big Frank Gifford its one face! God Bless you all and this beautiful family ❤️🍼🍼."

Now, with five grandchildren and countless cherished moments, Kathie Lee Gifford continues to revel in the role she cherishes most — a loving grandmother devoted to faith, family, and the timeless joys of raising the next generation.