Congrats! Nelly and Ashanti have welcomed their first child to the world!
The 43-year-old singer and her partner, Nelly, 49, have celebrated the arrival of their first child together, announcing the joyous news on Instagram. In the shared image, Ashanti showcases her Frida Mom disposable underwear while capturing a mirror selfie that highlights her experience during the fourth trimester.
“Ashanti and Nelly welcomed their baby boy, Kareem Kenkaide Hayes, on July 18, 2024. The proud and happy parents are so in love with KK!” a rep for the couple told PEOPLE.
In a series of photos on her Instagram, Ashanti included a video of herself wearing a blue robe, confidently displaying her figure and wrote in her caption, “Four weeks postpartum. You have no idea what this body can do.”
“Funny how life’s plans aren’t…always on time.. lol. I’ve been waiting to be a mom for a long time now but nothing could prepare me for EVERYTHING motherhood brings,” she added. “This is what postpartum looks like I’m loving these super cozy @fridamom shorts! I’m so proud of my body for giving me my baby, baby, baby, baby, baby. 😆.”
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The Grammy Award-winning duo first revealed their exciting baby news when the R&B singer posted a video on her Instagram, announcing that they were expecting their first child together.
The singer disclosed the news to Essence, revealing that she is not only expecting but also engaged to Nelly.
“This new year of my life is such a blessing full of love, hope and anticipation,” Ashanti told the outlet. “Motherhood is something that I have looked forward to, and sharing this with my family, fiancé and loyal fans, who have been so supportive of my career, is an amazing experience.”
Nelly and Ashanti officially married on December 27, 2023, as confirmed by documents acquired by PEOPLE in June. TMZ was the first to break the news of their nuptials.