They managed to dash split rumors with the news that they're expecting a child together, and now it appears that Ryan Gosling and Eva Mendes could be bringing their relationship up one more level-and are in fact planning to wed as soon as their child is born.

Eva Mendes 'Always Wanted To be A Good Mom?'

According to Life & Style, the two have every intention of tying the knot once their bundle of joy arrives in October.

"I think they will wed after the baby is born," a reported close pal of Mendes' told the magazine July 16. "Eva would love to eventually marry Ryan and be a family with their new baby."

Ryan Gosling 'Doting' On Pregnant Eva Mendes?

The decision to marry her beau after three years of dating is a major turnaround for Mendes-who once expressed views that she found marriage to be too old-fashioned for her.

"Ryan has changed the way she feels about it," the source said. "They're madly in love with each other."

It wouldn't be the first time rumors of wedding bells surrounded the ultra-reclusive pair. Reports the two were secretly engaged were circulating earlier this year, though it was never confirmed.

Mendes even sold the home she previously shared with ex-boyfriend George Augusto around that time, sparking rumors the pair was truly headed for the next step in their relationship.

The actress, who has reportedly kept out of the spotlight since she began showing, is reportedly holed up at Gosling's 1,300-square-foot house in Studio City, allowing the couple to retain their privacy.

"They're excited to become parents and are in love," a pal told The Boston Herald. "They've just been keeping it to themselves, because that's his whole MO."