Ballerina Farm Founder Hannah Neeleman Announces Pregnancy with Ninth Child
Hannah Neeleman, the co-founder of Ballerina Farm alongside her husband Daniel Neeleman, has revealed she is expecting her ninth child. The announcement was made through a ballet-inspired video shared on her Instagram account on Wednesday, captivating her extensive following with a message of strength and grace.
A Poetic and Personal Revelation
In the video, the 35-year-old entrepreneur, visibly pregnant, walks onto a stage while delivering a voiceover that connects her ballet background to motherhood. 'As a ballerina, you are associated with many things: elegance, grace, poise,' Neeleman stated. 'But a term not often associated enough: strength. On this stage, I learned to be strong, and despite what some people think, that strength never leaves you. It prepares you.'
The post was met with an outpouring of congratulatory messages from fans and followers. One user commented, 'Beautiful. This is so true and well-portrayed,' while another praised, 'This is probably the best ad I’ve ever seen. Love how this connects the product to your personal story! So good.'
Growing Family and Farm Life
Hannah and Daniel Neeleman, who married in 2011, are already parents to eight children. Their family includes:
- Henry, aged 13
- Charles, aged 11
- George, aged 10
- Frances, aged eight
- Lois, aged six
- Martha, aged four
- Mabel, aged three
- Flora Jo, their youngest, born in 2024
The family resides on a 328-acre farm in Kamas, Utah, where they operate Ballerina Farm. This business, launched in 2019, sells a variety of products online, including:
- Frozen meat from their livestock
- Baked goods and pantry items
- Kitchenware and fresh produce
Controversies and Business Challenges
Neeleman, a social media sensation with millions of followers across TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube, is known for her 'trad wife' content—short for 'traditional wife.' This persona emphasizes domestic duties like cooking, cleaning, and raising children, which has both garnered a massive audience and sparked debate.
Recently, the influencer faced scrutiny after disclosing that Ballerina Farm halted sales of unpasteurized milk. This decision followed a report by KPCW, which noted two violations found by health inspectors during routine milk testing in mid-last year. In a subsequent social media video, the couple clarified that no unsafe milk was ever sold, and there have been no reported illnesses or fatalities linked to their raw milk products.
International Moves and Personal Background
In March of last year, Neeleman announced a temporary relocation of her entire family to Ireland. She explained that she and Daniel moved with their eight children to attend the Ballymaloe Cookery School for 'the next little while.' This international shift highlights the dynamic nature of their lifestyle.
Hannah's journey to entrepreneurship began with a move to New York City at age 17 to study at Juilliard. However, meeting Daniel soon after altered her path. She has admitted that balancing a professional ballet career with family life would have required dedicating her whole life to it, a challenge she ultimately navigated by pivoting to farm life and business.
The Neelemans, who are members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, frequently share glimpses of their idyllic rural existence online. Through Ballerina Farm, they have built a brand that blends traditional values with modern e-commerce, all while expanding their family amidst both admiration and controversy.
