Michael Phelps, the legendary Olympic swimmer, and his wife, Nicole Michele Phelps, recently welcomed their fourth child, Nico Michael Phelps.

They shared a heartwarming family photo on Instagram, where Michael is seen shirtless, cradling baby Nico while Nicole looks on affectionately.

The photo stirred varied reactions from the public, with some questioning Michael’s choice to be shirtless while holding his son. However, others defended the practice, citing the benefits of skin-to-skin contact for bonding between fathers and newborns.

Despite the mixed feedback, many fans expressed admiration for the Phelps family and their growing brood. With Nico’s arrival, they now boast a beautiful family of six, including their three other sons: Boomer, Beckett, and Maverick.

Michael and Nicole have been married since 2016, after initially meeting in 2007 and getting engaged in 2015.

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