Ree Drummond Set to Become a ‘Young, Awesome, and Cool’ Granny ‘At 31’ – Details about Her Daughter Alex’s First Pregnancy

Ree Drummond is going to be a grandmother! The famous cook announced the thrilling news and is embracing her new role with humor and excitement. Take a look at the heartwarming details of this exciting chapter for her and her family.

Ree Drummond, beloved family cook and television personality, is about to embrace an exciting new role as her family grows — becoming a grandmother for the first time.

Her eldest daughter, Alex, recently announced she is expecting her first child with her husband. Take a closer look at this joyful new chapter for the family — from Ree’s reaction to Alex’s pregnancy, their sentimental baby shower, and the sweet way Alex honored her mother when choosing the baby’s name.

Becoming a Grandmother

In June, Ree shared the exciting news with her fans and followers that Alex is expecting her first baby with her husband, Mauricio Scott. Taking to her blog, Ree expressed her joy and amazement at this new chapter, humorously noting her initial shock and overflowing emotions.

She wrote, “Oh my gosh. Alex is pregnant! My first baby is having her first baby. My child is going to have a child. It’s surreal, and I’m sure all of you grandparents can relate to the feeling of momentarily leaving your body after hearing upon hearing similar news [sic].”

The announcement sparked a whirlwind of emotions and questions for the famous cook, who jokingly commented that she was essentially becoming a grandmother at 31 — despite being 55, having celebrated her birthday in early January.

“3. I don’t know how this is possible considering I’m only 31 years old. 4. How can I be a grandmother at 31?” Ree joked. She also humorously shared her plans to prepare for her new role, from rejoining Pilates and getting back on the rowing machine to dreaming about buying a red Trans-Am.

Known for her quick wit, Ree also quipped about her goal to become a “young, awesome, and cool granny” for her future grandchild. Her excitement bubbled over as she listed questions, wondering, “Can grandmothers wear skinny jeans?” and “How many pairs of baby cowboy boots are too many?”

Alex and Mauricio took to Instagram to celebrate the upcoming arrival of their firstborn. In a heartfelt post on June 23, the couple posed with their dog, sharing their joy with a sweet caption, “We can’t wait to meet you, little one.  Baby Scott joining the party this winter! Thank you Lord for this precious gift .”

The images captured the couple’s happiness, with Alex holding an ultrasound scan and Mauricio beaming beside her, marking a beautiful start to their new family journey.

Alex, the eldest of Ree’s five children, has been married to Mauricio since 2021, and they celebrated their third wedding anniversary this past May.

Showered with Love

Preparing for her baby shower, Alex took a nostalgic route, sharing sweet throwback photos of herself as a baby on her Instagram Stories in September. Among the photos was a sweet snapshot from nearly 30 years ago, showing Ree, then expecting Alex, dressed in a red floral dress with a sleek bob.

When the day of the baby shower finally arrived in October, Ree was more than ready to celebrate. She wrote on her blog about her early morning drive to Dallas, armed with an iced coffee, an audiobook, and a stack of mascara layers to refresh her look after the five-hour journey.

Hosted by Alex’s sister, Paige, and her college friends, the shower turned out to be a lively event with finger foods, a mimosa bar, petit fours, and, of course, plenty of Dr. Pepper — a Drummond family favorite.

Ree wrote of the joyful yet emotional celebration, “Pretty much the typical baby shower, but the details were gorgeous […] and of course, it wasn’t typical for me because the mom-to-be is my own daughter.”

“I teared up a few times, I ate my weight in finger sandwiches, and there was a surprise drop-in from George and Mauricio […],” Ree continued. The love-filled celebration overflowed with laughter, gifts, and precious moments that Ree and her family will surely cherish forever.

The famous cook also shared glimpses of the baby shower on Instagram, revealing in part, “Her sister and friends hosted the sweetest baby shower this weekend, and I teared up a few times (in between tea sandwiches and Dr. Peppers!) It’s all gone by so fast. Doesn’t seem possible! I’m so happy for Alex!”

Also documenting the festivities, Alex shared, “Precious little details.  I can’t wait for Sofia to see all these memories one day and know how loved and celebrated she was. Shoutout to the best friends ever for making all my girly baby shower dreams come true!”

She further surprised her fans and followers by subtly revealing her daughter’s name. One of her Instagram posts read, “Yesterday was everything I could ever dream of celebrating our Sofia Marie. Praise the Lord for these wonderful women and so many more!”

The choice of Marie was a touching tribute to Ree, whose full name is Anne Marie, further strengthening the generational connection they share.

Inside Sofia Marie’s Dreamy Nursery

For the nursery, Alex and Mauricio transformed one of their guest rooms into a cozy haven for their soon-to-arrive daughter. The room, which initially required a complete makeover down to the carpet, now featured plush flooring and a whimsical, sophisticated decor that was designed to grow along with Sofia.

Alex documented the journey, sharing a video of Mauricio working on renovations on her Instagram. The nursery’s centerpiece is a grasscloth mural from Anthropologie, featuring a blend of white blossoms, bluebirds, lemons, and serene landscapes.

Paired with blue-striped drapes from Loom Decor, the space is both sweet and serene, balanced with just the right touch of elegance. Alex selected a comfortable glider rocker from Namesake Home, made from eco-friendly materials, to create a cozy nook for bonding moments and bedtime stories.

Alongside, she added bookshelves stocked with childhood favorites like “The Giving Tree” and “The Velveteen Rabbit,” as well as baby Bibles and collections of Bible stories, promising many memorable story times ahead.

The room is adorned with carefully chosen furniture, all in white with a retro-glam touch from Pottery Barn Kids. Alex’s design choices included scalloped edges and charming details like a floor lamp and a decorative basket.

On top of the dresser, a pair of tiny pink cowboy boots added a heartwarming nod to her Oklahoma roots. “Makes me teary thinking about the memories that will be made in this room.  This was so much fun to dream up and put together, and shoutout to the best hubby/handyman @mauricioscott03 ,” Alex shared.

She humorously added, “We’re ready for you, Sofia Marie! (But not really because I still need to organize your closet so maybe don’t come just yet ).”

Ree Drummond’s excitement about becoming a grandmother to her first grandchild brought a joyful new chapter for the Drummond family. As Alex and Mauricio eagerly await the arrival of their daughter, they’re ready to embrace the journey ahead with love.