Jacinda Ardern becomes second world leader to give birth while in office.
Ardern, 37, is the country's youngest prime minister since 1856. (Facebook/ Jacinda Ardern)
Auckland: New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern gave birth to a baby girl in an Auckland hospital Thursday, becoming only the second world leader to do so while in office.
“I’m sure we’re going through all of the emotions new parents go through, but at the same time feeling so grateful for all the kindness and best wishes from so many people. Thank you,” the 37-year-old said in a statement.
#Breaking Congratulations to Prime Minister @jacindaardern and partner @NZClarke on the birth of their baby girl https://t.co/jehhEUpCkt #firstbabyNZ pic.twitter.com/hWsVNixMnA
— nzherald (@nzherald) June 21, 2018
She added that both mother and daughter were doing well.
( Source : AFP )
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