Former Morning Musume member Tsuji Nozomi is pregnant with her fourth child

Tsuji Nozomi (30) announced on her blog that she and husband, actor Sugiura Taiyo are expecting their fourth child.

Tsuji wrote, “I am worried about the birth for the first time in six years, but I would like to enjoy maternity life and looking forward to seeing a healthy baby while being supported by family.”

Tsuji also announced that she would be giving birth in December.

Former Morning Musume members Ishiguro Aya (40), Iida Kaori (36) and Yasuda Kei (37) posted their blessings to Tsuji on their blogs.

Tsuji and Sugiura married in June 2007 and gave birth to their eldest daughter Noa in November 2007, their second child, a son named Seia in December 2010 and their third son, Sora on March 13th.