Who Is The Father Of Serena Waterfords Baby

Okay, let's spill the tea, shall we? You know, the really good stuff. Like, the kind you whisper about over a lukewarm latte. We're diving deep into the messy, complicated world of The Handmaid's Tale and, specifically, who really fathered Serena Joy Waterford's baby?

Seriously, this is like the soap opera mystery to end all soap opera mysteries. Remember those water cooler moments? Well, grab your virtual water cooler and let's discuss.

The Obvious Suspect: Commander Fred Waterford

Alright, let's start with the obvious. Mr. “Praise Be,” the Commander himself, Fred. He was, after all, Serena's husband (in some twisted Gilead way, anyway). So, naturally, he's the first one everyone pointed a finger at, right? Makes sense. Except… well, remember Fred? Impotent Fred? Yeah, that's kinda the wrench in the whole "Fred's the father" theory.

I mean, the whole reason they had a Handmaid in the first place was because Fred was, shall we say, unable to perform his marital duties in the baby-making department. So, unless a miracle occurred (and in Gilead, "miracles" are usually anything but), we can probably rule him out. Sorry, Fred. You’re out of the running!

Enter Nick Blaine: The Dark Horse Candidate

Now, things get interesting. Remember Nick? June’s love interest, the mysterious Eye, the guy with the perpetually brooding stare? Yeah, him. He’s the one who actually managed to father a child with June (blessed be the fruit, right?). And… plot twist! He was also “intimate” with Serena. Gilead, everybody! Where moral lines are blurred beyond recognition.

So, could Nick be the father? Well, it's definitely a strong possibility. He clearly has the capability, and he had access to Serena. Plus, let's be honest, the timeline…it works. A little too well, maybe?

Is Nick the Dad? Evidence points to yes. A thousand times yes! But is it too easy? Maybe… This show loves to throw curveballs, after all.

Aunt Lydia's Immaculate Conception? (Just Kidding!)

Okay, okay, I'm being ridiculous. Obviously, Aunt Lydia isn't the father. But can you imagine? That would be the twist to end all twists! Though, a scary thought, isn't it? Moving on...

The Alternative: A Gilead "Miracle"?

Could it have been another Guardian? A random act of… well, we all know what. Gilead is a breeding ground for horrifying possibilities. But, honestly, that feels unlikely. The show has invested so much in the Fred/Serena/Nick triangle that to introduce a random sperm donor would feel like a bit of a cop-out, wouldn’t it?

But you never know! The writers might just enjoy messing with us.

The Big Reveal (or Lack Thereof)

So, who is the father? The show has played coy with us, hasn't it? Leaving it ambiguous, letting us speculate and argue amongst ourselves. Classic Handmaid's Tale move, right?

My money's on Nick. It makes the most narrative sense. It adds another layer of complication to June's already incredibly complex relationship with both Nick and Serena. It's messy, dramatic, and perfectly in line with the show's overall tone.

However, the show has been known to pull the rug out from under us when we least expect it. So, until we get a definitive answer (if we ever do!), the mystery of Serena Joy Waterford's baby daddy remains... a delicious, infuriating, and utterly captivating puzzle.

What do you think? Sound off in the comments! Let’s debate this thing to death!