Home and Away star Isabella Giovinazzo announces the birth of her first child
Home and Away star Isabella Giovinazzo has revealed the arrival of her first child.
The actress, 35, took to Instagram on Friday to reveal that she and her partner Shayne had welcomed a baby boy into the world.
Isabella made the announcement in very casual fashion, sharing a photo that showed her holding the bundle of joy on what appeared to be her front lawn.
She wore a brown and white flannelette shirt along with a pair of black tracksuit pants, finishing the casual ensemble with a pair of comfortable brown slippers worn over grey socks.
The new mum looked positively radiant - beaming as she tenderly cradled the newborn, who was content to fall asleep in Isabella's arms.
The sweet scene was completed by Isabella's partner, Shayne, who was well and truly in doting dad mode, proudly watching over mum and bub.
'He's here' Isabella simply captioned the post, remaining tight-lipped on her son's name.
The sweet post was met with an outpouring of congratulations from friends, fans and followers, including Home and Away alum Pia Whitesell who offered a simple love heart emoji.
Former Neighbours star co-star Madeline West also jumped in with: 'The ultimate baby portrait. Love it.'
Olympia Valance, another Neighbours alum, also jumped in with a series of heart eye emojis.
Both Olympia and Madeline starred alongside Isabella in the Channel Ten series Playing For Keeps.
'Isabella...he's the best,' another follower offered. 'Socks and slippers!! Welcome to motherhood!'
The exciting news comes after Isabella stunned fans by revealing her pregnancy at the Emirates Australian Open in January.
The soap star proudly showcased her growing baby bump in a chic navy blue maxi dress, announcing she is expecting her first child.
Isabella glowed with happiness and accessorised her look with layered gold bangles and stylish cream flats.
Her brunette locks were styled in soft waves and perfectly complemented her maternal glow.
She finished her look with a pair of retro sunglasses.
Isabella tenderly cradled her bump in a picture-perfect moment that took fans by surprise.
In another photo she gazed lovingly at her boyfriend Shayne as he embraced her.
The announcement marked an exciting new chapter for the actress, who has been a beloved fixture on Australian television screens for years.
'Brilliant evening with Emirates at the Australian Open,' Isabella captioned the photos.
Many of Isabella's followers quickly took to the comment section to congratulate her on the amazing news.
Isabella was previously in a relationship with her former Home and Away co-star James Stewart for 2016 - 2017, who is now dating Ada Nicodemou. Pictured together in 2017
'OMG congratulations!!!! So happy for you!! You are looking beautiful,' one person gushed.
'Congratulations mumma to be!' a second user added.
The Melbourne-born actress was in a relationship with her former Home and Away co-star James Stewart, from 2016 to 2017.
Prior to that, she was married to Charlie Ford from 2015 to 2016.
Isabella starred on Home and Away as Phoebe Nicholson between 2013 and 2017, appearing in over 300 episodes.
After her exit from the iconic soap, Isabella starred in the Channel Ten drama Playing For Keeps and the 2021 miniseries Lie With Me.
Also in 2021, Isabella joined the cast of Neighbours, playing the role of Felicity Higgins.
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