Nick Lachey is ready to take the next step. He wants to be a daddy!

Nick Lachey and Vanessa Minnillo.

Nick Lachey will soon wed Vanessa Minnillo, but he's already looking further into the future and he's seeing many stork visits! Nick, 37, told American magazine Parade that he's looking forward to fatherhood and preferably sooner than later. He even jokes that he needs to catch up, and perhaps even take the lead when it concerns kids, with his brother, Drew, who already has two children. Vanessa, 30, has previously stated that she would like to have three or four kids.

That's one sure way to kick-start pregnancy rumours! I'm curious when the two will actually tie the knot - the wedding date is unknown - and when they'll announce a pregnancy!