Janette Manrara leaves fans 'in tears' as she marks sweet milestone with newborn daughter

Janette Manrara leaves fans 'in tears' as she marks sweet milestone with newborn daughter
Alex Davies

By Alex Davies


Published: 07/08/2023

- 12:04

Updated: 01/09/2023

- 16:10

The Strictly Come Dancing favourite and husband Aljaz Skorjanec welcomed their first child last week

Strictly Come Dancing star Janette Manrara has taken to Instagram to share a heartwarming moment she enjoyed at home.

The dancer, who's recovering at home after delivering her baby via C-section in July, revealed her parents have finally been able to meet their grandchild for the first time.


To mark the emotional milestone of baby Lyra Rose's life, Manrara recorded her parents rushing to her side as she cradled her newborn in her arms.

Manrara's mum and dad could be seen introducing themselves to Lyra Rose as they beamed with joy while the tot slept on her mum's chest.

"Such an emotional moment," Manrara penned in the caption. "My parents meeting their granddaughter Lyra Rose for the first time," followed by a love heart emoji .

It didn't take long for fans to share their thoughts on the heartwarming moment, with some even being reduced to tears.

Janette Manrara's parents

Janette Manrara's parents meet her daughter for the first time

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Taking to the comments, one fan replied: "Awww this is adorable!! So happy they are able to be there meeting her."

While a second weighed in: "Tearing up over here. This made my heart so full."

Another follower also became overcome with emotion as they commented: "I need more tissues. Gorgeous film to treasure."

"I am in tears," a fourth simply stated while a fifth added: "May God always bless you and your beautiful family, she is gorgeous."

The adorable clip comes just over a week since Manrara gave birth on July 28.

Alongside her husband Skorjanec, the pair announced the news on the social media site with a black and white photo of the trio with the caption: "Lyra Rose Skorjanec. July 28, 2023."

In the days since, Manrara has shared an honest and open account of her foray into motherhood.

This included an update on Friday in which Manrara detailed the pain she's enduring as she continues to recover from the serious procedure.

Janette Manrara and Aljaz Skorjanec

Janette Manrara and Aljaz Skorjanec welcomed their first child in July

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Alongside a selfie of herself holding a fan to her stomach, Manrara told fans: "Fan on my stomach rash, pain in my incision, swollen breast, exhaustion, and wanting more cuddles with Lyra...

"But have to take it slow for recovery," she continued. "Other than that, we’re all good!"

She signed off with the footnote: "Sending love to all first time parents dealing with new adventures too."

Manrara isn't the only star from the world of Strictly to have shared exciting baby news this past month.

Fellow Strictly dancer Gorka Marquez and his partner Gemma Atkinson welcomed their second child, Thiago Thomas, in July as well.

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