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In an emotional family moment, Janette Manrara confessed that 'saying goodbyes are always hard' as she navigates the new world of motherhood.
The former Strictly Come Dancing professional who transitioned into a presenter recently welcomed her daughter, Lyra Rose Skorjanec, on July 28. Her husband and fellow Strictly star Aljaz Skorjanec was by her side. The couple introduced their newborn to the world with a heartwarming black and white photo, capturing their first moments as a family of three.
As the duo adjust to their new roles as parents, they cherished a week of quality time with Aljaz's parents. Janette shared a series of delightful photos, showcasing the family's joyous moments as they bonded with baby Lyra.
One snapshot featured Janette and Aljaz posing alongside Aljaz's sister Lara and his parents Natasa and Srecko, all radiating happiness as Natasa lovingly cradles Lyra. Another captured them basking in the British summer outdoors while relishing a spread of food. Further photos depicted proud grandparents Natasa and Srecko seated on the sofa, holding their granddaughter, and Lara spending precious time with her niece.
The Strictly couple have spent some quality time with family since the birth of their daughter (Instagram)Janette shared these tender moments with her followers on her Instagram profile, writing in the caption: "It was so wonderful to have @aljazskorjanec family over for the week. Again, highly spoiled by them! They cooked delicious meals everyday and helped us so much around the house, and of course gave Lyra all the cuddles in the world. Goodbyes are always hard, but as we always say to our families quality over quantity for us. Special memories made that will last forever".
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Fans were left spellbound by the heartwarming photos and the touching sentiment behind Janette's Instagram post. One smitten fan penned: "Lyra has the most amazing special families", while another chimed in with: "Magical moments, what a new life brings to a family". A third admirer wrote: "Happy families with lots of love", and a fourth added their praise, saying: "What a beautiful family photo. Special memories being made."
Janette, 39, and Aljaz, 33, had previously announced their exciting news of expecting their first child together back in February. They graciously took fans along on their pregnancy journey, which came as a delightful surprise after they had planned to start IVF treatment before Janette fell pregnant.
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