Shanina Shaik has become a mother! Matthew Adesuyan, her boyfriend, has given birth to her first child. The 31 year old former Victoria’s Secret model gave birth to a son in September and has shared his first glimpse on social media.
Shaik also revealed Zai Adesuyan as the name of her baby. Adesuyan, an Australian model, has been dating Shaik since 2020. In May 2018, she announced her pregnancy. Continue reading to know more about the exciting news and see the newborn’s first photos.
Shanina Shaik welcomes her first baby with Matthew Adesuyan, her boyfriend
Shaik took to Instagram to share the photo of her son and wrote, “Welcome to the world baby Zai Adesuyan ? Matthew @bausmatthew and I, are so in love!!! I have taken this time to adjust to my baby’s schedule and to understand the role of being a mother. This is a wonderful challenge. I would be happy to share my experience soon …. ???”
Shaik’s friends and fellow models flooded the comments with their congratulatory messages. Model Nicole Williams wrote, “My baby is finally here! Auntie will spoil you!!” while Alessandra Ambrosio commented, “Congratulations mama!!! Herzlich willkommen, Zai!!”
Victoria’s Secret model Romee Strijd also showered her love and wrote, “O M G congratulations my love!!!!!!! Love youuu❤️❤️❤️,” and Toni Garrn commented, “Wowww congrats!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️”
Shaik announced her pregnancy via an Instagram post in May
Shanina posted a series pictures in May showing her bump and writing to her unborn baby. “Thank you for choosing me to be your Mum. I have always wanted you for as long as I can remember, and at times my patience was tested.” she wrote at the time.
“The timing had to be right, and I can say with confidence that I am ready to be your guide, your protector and your best friend,” she wrote at the time. As each month goes by during this precious journey of pregnancy, I am learning what the role of being a mother entails.”
“I worry a lot, especially about your well being and development. It’s a feeling that I’ve never experienced before, not even about myself. I would do anything for you, be anything for you and sacrifice anything for you,” Shaik had added.
“I want you to know that no matter what life throws at you, you can count on me to be there for you. As I was, you will be loved and supported every day of your life. Mummy and Daddy can’t wait to meet you,” she had concluded writing.
Shanina Shaik & Matthew Adesuyan are together for two years
Shanina was earlier married to Gregory ‘DJ Ruckus’ Andrews. The couple got married in 2018 but decided to go separate ways in July 2019, moving ‘forward with much mutual respect and love for each other.’
Shaik began dating Matthew Adesuyan (31), the following year. The couple made their romance Instagram official on Valentine’s Day in 2021. In May this year, Adesuyan also shared the news of Shaik’s pregnancy by posting a photo with her on social media and writing, “different kinda blessing, happy mothers day.”
We wish the parents a happy marriage! Keep checking back for more updates and news.