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DAYS The Rinse: Could Stephanie Be Headed for a Paternity Problem?

The Rinse: Our daily look at the biggest takeaway from the last episode of DAYS. Stephanie and Theo nearly crossed a line, but what if next time they do? One mistake could leave Stephanie facing a classic soap paternity dilemma.

Stephanie is featured in The Rinse for Days of our Lives on Monday, September 28, 2026.Image Credit: Peacock

On the September 28 episode of Days of our Lives, Stephanie confessed to Kayla that she had almost kissed Theo. Kayla didn’t take it too seriously, considering it was just a kiss, and an almost one, at that. But if Stephanie and Theo go further next time, could Stephanie find herself facing a pressing paternity problem?

Key Takeaways

  • Stephanie’s almost-kiss with Theo could be the start of something more.
  • A potential pregnancy could leave Stephanie questioning whether Alex or Theo is the father.
  • If Theo were the father, Stephanie would face a difficult choice about whether to reveal the truth.

Will Stephanie Give In to Temptation?

Stephanie (Abigail Klein) and Alex (Robert Scott Wilson) are hard-pressed to find time to spend together, but they’re doing their best. It’s not enough for Stephanie, though, and she unloads on Theo (Tyler Joseph Andrews), who is always there to listen and nod his head wisely.

Stephanie was so impressed with his nodding that she almost kissed him. Now things are awkward between them. But that’s not destined to last long. They agreed that they got carried away. And it won’t happen again. It’s a soap. It is very, very likely to happen again. And again. And more.

Could a Pregnancy Change Everything for Stephanie?

What if Stephanie ends up pregnant? And what if she doesn’t know who the father is, Alex or Theo? If it’s Alex, then Stephanie will have a heck of a weapon to fight Joy (AlexAnn Hopkins) and Kelsey.

Will Alex really prioritize his baby mama and daughter over his wife and their new bundle of joy? This could be the advantage Stephanie has been praying for!

Could Stephanie Pull Off the Ultimate Baby Lie?

If the baby is Theo’s, however, then Stephanie has a dilemma. If he thinks Stephanie is trying to pass off his child as Alex’s, he’s unlikely to just shrug and let it go. He could turn to his dad or Paulina (Jackée Harry) as he starts asking questions and trying to figure out what Stephanie is hiding.

Being pregnant with a baby that isn’t her husband’s may be complicated enough. Dealing with Theo’s suspicions could make keeping that secret even harder.

MORE: Here’s what’s next on DAYS.

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