Billboard, however, has since confirmed that Spears did not actually welcome a new child through adoption. She may have just been trolling fans all along, having peppered her caption with winky-face emojis.

Britney Spears raised eyebrows when she seemingly teased adoption news on Instagram. Here’s the truth on whether there is a new baby girl in the pop star’s life.

Social media buzzes with speculation as Britney Spears’ playful post about adopting a baby girl sparks mixed reactions and fan theories online.