Inside Pregnant Rachel Fuda's French-Themed Baby Shower: 'A Day I Will Remember Forever' (Exclusive)

Mar. 15, 2025

Tiny Hearts Photography/Maria Rogers

Rachel Fudais celebrating a major milestone!

“It was a day I will remember forever and memories I will cherish for a lifetime,” Rachel, 33, raves. “John went above and beyond to make sure this was a really special day, and he delivered, it was amazing!”

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John Fuda and Rachel Fuda.Tiny Hearts Photography/Maria Rogers

Brittany Mattessich,Frank Catania’s fiancée, was there, too.

“I can’t tell you how nice it was to be in a room of loved ones who are truly happy for me and my growing family,” says Rachel.

Margaret Josephs, Melissa Gorga, Rachel Fuda, Jenn Fessler and Danielle Cabral.Tiny Hearts Photography/Maria Rogers

Tables in the room featured vases of blue and white hydrangeas and roses, too. Instead of table numbers, each seating was named after a city in France.

Rachel Fuda and Brittany Mattessich.Tiny Hearts Photography/Maria Rogers

A flower cart, fromPetal & Pouf, not only worked with the theme but also allowed a perfect workstation station to provide partygoers with custom bouquets to take home.

Maria Rogers ofTiny Hearts Photographysnapped photos of the event, shared exclusively with PEOPLE. There was alsoa TapSnap photo boothwhere attendees could pose for keepsakes.

Margaret Josephs, Rachel Fuda and Melissa Gorga.Tiny Hearts Photography/Maria Rogers

“We played the funniest games,” Rachel says. “Everyone was laughing, it was such a blast. And Crystal was such a great surprise. Everyone enjoyed her performance so much.”

Rachel Fuda and Crystal Envy.Tiny Hearts Photography/Maria Rogers

As for Rachel, she looked gorgeous in an off-the-shoulder, cream sequinLPAgown. HairstylistKevin Kellyand makeup guruDarian Marie Horngave Rachel a glam look, her dark locks pulled back in a relaxed updo with flowing waves and her cheeks and lips kissed with the softest of pinks. She accessorized the look with dangling diamond earrings and — what else — French-tip nails.

“There isn’t a thing I would change,” she adds. “It was such a nice day.”

Rachel Fuda.Tiny Hearts Photography/Maria Rogers

Rachel revealed news of her pregnancy exclusively with PEOPLE back in August. “We’re so excited,” she said of the happy news, which she shared with herRHONJcastmates while filmingthe season 14 “Off the Rails” special. “We’re ready to be a party of six!”

“There’s truly no better feeling in the world than having kids,” Rachel shared. “It’s almost a type of love that you just can’t explain. Like, these little people make me a better person. They teach me every day. I’ve learned to slow down and just enjoy the small moments in life, like cuddling on the couch and reading a book together. And it keeps me grounded, because they remind me of what actually matters. They are my peace in this world amid the craziness.”

“I feel like my true purpose in life is being a mom,” she added. “It fulfills me more than I ever thought possible. And I can’t wait to do it again. I mean, what’s better than to bring life into the world? How lucky am I?”

Previous seasons ofThe Real Housewives of New Jerseycan be streamed on Peacock. The show remains on hiatus, withno filming date or cast yet set for season 15.

source: people.com