In a world that often demands we adhere to limits—socially, professionally, and even personally—there are few things more radical than choosing to expand.
For Josh Swickard, the beloved actor who portrays Harrison Chase on the long-running ABC soap opera General Hospital, and his wife, actress and producer Lauren Swickard, expansion isn’t just a choice; it’s a way of life. In a move that has set social media ablaze with a mixture of shock and overwhelming joy, the couple recently announced that they are expecting their third child, effectively turning their family of four into a bustling party of five.Josh Swickard and His Family Make A Big Move
The announcement came not through a cold, formal press release, but in the way the Swickards have become known for: with raw, unfiltered authenticity.
Sharing a montage from their picturesque farm life, the couple showcased a world filled with horses, rolling fields, and the genuine, sun-drenched laughter of their two children, daughter Savannah Kaye and son Arthur. The video wasn’t just a reveal of a baby bump; it was a window into a life that has deliberately chosen “more.”
More noise, more tiny shoes by the door, and more love at a table that many outsiders suggested was already full.
“They told us two was enough,” the couple reflected in their announcement, a sentiment that many modern parents can relate to. In an age of calculated schedules and carefully managed “completeness,” the idea of a third child is often met with practical warnings about busy hands and loud houses.
But for the Swickards, whose romance began with the undeniable chemistry on the set of the film Roped and flourished through their collaboration on the Netflix hit A California Christmas, limits have never really applied. Their journey has always been about the multiplication of love, and this latest chapter is the ultimate testament to that philosophy.
Josh Swickard has become a household name through his role in Port Charles, playing a character whose life is often defined by turmoil and the search for family.
Off-screen, however, he has built a foundation that is remarkably steady. Since marrying in July 2019, Josh and Lauren have moved away from the fast-paced glamour of Los Angeles to a quieter, more intentional life on a farm.
This shift in lifestyle has allowed them to focus on what truly matters: the late-night laughs,
the tiny kicks of a new life, and the overwhelming gratitude that comes with seeing their family grow in the middle of nature.
General Hospital’ Spoilers: Congratulations! Josh Swickard (Harrison Chase) Is Expecting His Third Child with his Wife, Lauren Swickard – NewsBreak
The reaction from the General Hospital community was instantaneous and deeply moving. Co-stars like Michael Easton (Finn), who plays Josh’s on-screen brother, and Maurice Benard (Sonny) were among the first to offer their congratulations. The soap opera world is a notoriously tight-knit community, and seeing one of its favorite couples reach such a beautiful milestone has provided a much-needed moment of collective celebration.
For fans, it’s a “happily ever after” that feels earned. We’ve watched the Swickards grow from costars to spouses to parents, and each step has been marked by a transparency that makes them feel more like friends than celebrities.
Lauren Swickard, who is as much a powerhouse behind the scenes as she is in front of the camera, has often spoken about the “highs and lows” of motherhood.
Her willingness to share the messy parts of parenting—the exhaustion, the learning curves of farm life, and the physical toll of pregnancy—has made this third announcement even more impactful. It isn’t about projecting a polished image of perfection; it’s about the “blessing that knew exactly when to arrive.”
It is a reminder that while life can be busy and loud, it is in that very chaos that the most meaningful memories are made.
The logistics of “three under five” are daunting to some, but for the Swickards, it is simply an expansion of their mission to be a blessing to those around them.
As Savannah and Arthur prepare to welcome a new sibling, the dynamic of their home is set to shift once again. There will be more memories waiting to happen in the fields of their farm and more stories to tell. This third child represents a soul that “chose their family,” a concept that elevates the news from a simple life update to a spiritual milestone.
As Josh continues to navigate the dramatic waters of Port Charles, his real-life anchor remains his growing family. The contrast between the scripted drama of General Hospital and the authentic, grounded joy of his home life is perhaps what makes him such a compelling performer. He knows what it means to fight for family because he is living that fight—and that joy—every single day.
The story of the Swickard family is a beautiful rebuttal to the idea that we should stop when things get “busy.” It is a celebration of the fact that love doesn’t listen to limits; it simply multiplies. As they prepare for the arrival of baby number three later this year, the world watches with a sense of shared gratitude. In a time where headlines are often filled with division and strife, the news of another heartbeat in a home built on love is a reminder of what truly lasts.
We look forward to the updates, the photos, and the inevitable “chaos” that the Swickards will undoubtedly share with their signature grace. Here’s to the expansion of a truly beautiful family, to the tiny kicks yet to come, and to the reminder that our hands can never be “too full” when they are holding onto the ones we love.