Tennis legend Serena Williams and Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian are excitedly expecting their second child, yet sources hint that the new addition may be a means to mend their five-year relationship, which has seen its share of difficulties.

As two highly driven individuals with eclectic interests and demanding schedules, Williams, 41, and Ohanian, 40, have faced challenges in maintaining their bond amidst their bustling lives, insiders suggest. "Serena and Alexis have had their tough patches," a source reveals, adding, "They're truly hoping a baby will bring nothing but joy!"

The couple, who exchanged vows amidst a grand celebration in New Orleans in November 2017, have experienced rocky moments in their journey together. They are now hopeful that the forthcoming arrival of their second child will help cement their bond further.

Williams, a 39-time Grand Slam champion, has previously spoken about the complexities of their relationship. In a March 2021 interview, she stated, “Marriage is not bliss — but it can be if you work at it.”

The couple's optimism about their expanding family, however, has been met with cautionary words by some. Insiders warn that expecting another child to resolve their issues might not be the wisest move. The couple is already stretched thin balancing their careers and parenting their first-born daughter, Alexis Olympia, who recently turned 5.

Williams, who retired from professional tennis in September, has shared that their daughter is thrilled about the upcoming arrival of a sibling and has been pestering her parents for a baby. Serena has stated, “Mama and Papa love this parenting thing.”

Despite this joyous anticipation, the source expressed concerns about the potential stress of welcoming a newborn, which could either strengthen their relationship or add more strain. "They’ll either be totally in love and on stable ground — or at each other’s throats. Taking on the trials and tribulations of parenting a newborn is not without its unique forms of stress!” the insider concluded.