CBeebies favourite Rebecca Keatley gives birth
Rebecca Keatley shares baby joy with fans
Images courtesy of Rebecca Keatley/Instagram
CBeebies star Rebecca Keatley has given birth to a baby girl and shared the sweet name.
The TV presenter, 37, took to her Instagram to announce the birth of her baby girl to her 14.2k followers.
She shared a gallery of images of her newborn daughter, who she has named, Mabel.
She wrote: “On Friday 10th November 2023 a little munchkin called Mabel was born. Just over 3 weeks earlier than expected. Weighing in at a whooping 4lbs 4 ounces.”
The TV favourite wrote a detailed caption explaining to fans that Mabel was born early by C-section due to fetal growth restriction.
She explained: “She had to be delivered early, via C-Section due to fetal growth restriction. Although I didn't get my wish for a water birth, the hypnobirthing did come in handy before and during the operation.
“After a week of highs and lows, trying to get her birth weight up, stabilise low blood sugar levels, getting her tongue tonuge tie and jaundice sorted. She is now on an upwards climb and doing really well at home.”
She continued: “As for the parents, well, we're delirious with lack of sleep but most importantly love. She's like an out of this world being.
“And we're loving the adventure already.”
Rebecca also took the opportunity to thank her partner and the NHS staff who assisted the birth.
She said: “A massive thank you to my other half @jimrastall, who has been an incredible support to me and the most wonderful Dad already.
“Hats off to the nhs and the fantastic team who helped bring baby Mabel safely into the world.”
Fans rushed to the post to congratulate Rebecca on the birth of Mabel.
One wrote: “Wowww congratulations to you both on your newborn baby girl xx”
Another penned: “Ahhh what an exquisitely beautiful little sweetheart- she’s adorable. Love the name! Big big love to you all, you are both going to be the most glorious of parents. Xx”
While a third shared: “So so happy for you! Welcome to world little Mabel!!! Sending loads of love and the most massive congratulations. And I absolutely promise you’ll sleep again.”