Peppa Pig Update Confirms Mummy Pig's Pregnancy With Third Baby, Synopsis & Episode Release Date Details Revealed

Mummy Pig from the cherished children's series Peppa Pig has announced she is expecting a third precious piggy. The long-running animated show from Hasbro, which has entertained preschoolers since 2004, follows the adventures of Peppa, her little brother George, and their daily escapades with family and friends. While Peppa has already adjusted to being a big sister, this upcoming episode will focus on her evolving role and the big emotions that come with welcoming a new sibling.

In an interview on the podcast Not Gonna Lie with Kylie Kelce, Mummy Pig shared the joyous news, stating, "I'm thrilled to say I'm pregnant! Baby No. 3 is due in the summer." The special episode, titled "The Big Announcement," is scheduled to air on Monday, March 31, at 9 a.m. ET/PT on Nickelodeon (per TV Insider). Watch the full video below:

What This Means For Peppa Pig

Peppa & George’s World Is About To Change

The new season 10 episode of Peppa Pig will feature Mummy and Daddy Pig sharing the exciting news with Peppa and George. Peppa has been the first best friend to preschoolers around the globe, and now little ones will see her step into a bigger role with the new piggy arriving in season 11 later this year. As Peppa steps into being the “biggest” sibling, and George becomes a middle child, the two will come to navigate feelings of joy, jealousy, excitement, and confusion—emotions that many will relate to when welcoming a new baby into their own homes.

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Hasbro has also planned multiple rollouts tied to the new baby, including a gender reveal event to take place in April and a reveal of the baby’s name and birth later in the year. Though Peppa has been a bad influence on occasion, she's faced her mistakes with humor and grace. She'll have plenty of opportunities to guide George through this transition as well, helping him face a mix of new emotions and experiences while showing young viewers how to handle their own “big feelings” about new siblings.

Our Take On Mummy's Announcement

A Perfect Next Chapter For Peppa Pig

Mummy Pig's pregnancy is a meaningful addition to Peppa Pig, as many young viewers have experienced or will experience welcoming a new sibling. The series has always tackled real-life milestones with humor and warmth, and Peppa’s journey from big sister to biggest sister will surely offer valuable lessons on change, big emotions, and family. With another little piggy to come, Peppa Pig continues to combine valuable lessons with heartfelt fun, ensuring it remains a beloved staple in children’s animation.