Actress Dia Mirza and businessman Vaibhav Rekhi have welcomed their first child. Dia announced the news on her social media handles, along with a photograph of the baby boy’s hand. In a note, she revealed that the proud parents have named him Avyaan Azaad Rekhi, and that he was born prematurely two months ago on May 14.
She wrote, “To paraphrase Elizabeth Stone, ‘To have a child is to decide forever to have your heart go walking around outside your body.’ These words perfectly exemplify Vaibhav & my feelings right now. Our heartbeat, our son Avyaan Azaad Rekhi was born on May 14th. Having arrived early, our little miracle has since then been cared for by tireless nurses and doctors in the Neonatal ICU.”
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— Dia Mirza (@deespeak) July 14, 2021
She added, “A sudden appendectomy during my pregnancy and a subsequent and very severe bacterial infection could have led to sepsis and proven to be life-threatening. Thankfully, the timely care and intervention by our doctor ensured the safe birth of our baby via an emergency C-section.”
She also talked about how they are learning the ‘true meaning of trusting the universe and of parenthood’ with the birth of Avyaan.
“As we watch this tiny being, this Zen master in awe and wonder, we learn from him, in all humility, the true meaning of trusting the universe and of parenthood. And to not be afraid, and so we humbly take the lead from his resilience and courage. We do not have enough words to thank all those who continue to help us live this story of hope and faith and create a safe, healing, nurturing space for Avyaan and I. He will be home soon and his elder sister Samaira and grandparents are waiting to hold him in their arms,” she continued.
“To our well-wishers and fans, I just want to say – your concern has always meant a lot to me and if it was possible to share this news before, we would have. Thank you all for all the love, light, faith and prayers. We extend them back to everyone who is struggling to hold on to hope right now or is praying for a loved one. We see you, we hear you and together, we will get past this time. —Dia & Vaibhav,” she concluded, thanking everyone for their love and concern.
From Anushka Sharma to Kareena Kapoor Khan, many celebrities took to the comments section to shower love and blessings:
Congratulations @deespeak 😘♥️ Wishing you and the little one lots of love & good health…. Big hug & love to your growing family.
— Sonali Bendre Behl (@iamsonalibendre) July 14, 2021
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— Pooja Bhatt (@PoojaB1972) July 14, 2021
We wish Dia and her new family lots of love, health, and happiness.