Jordin Sparks Welcomes Baby Boy Dana Isaiah Jr.
Congratulations are in order for Jordin Sparks and husband Dana Isaiah after the two welcomed their first child together. According to a May 5 report from People, Sparks gave birth to their son, Dana Isaiah Thomas Jr., on May 2.
The former American Idol contestant and Isaiah welcomed their son, who they will call DJ, at 9:04 p.m. at the Natural Birth Center & Women's Wellness in Los Angeles. The child weighed 8 pounds, 4.5 ounces and measured at 21.5 inches.
In a statement given to People, Sparks said, “It was miraculously beautiful. Dana caught him with my midwife, Simona, and when he handed him to me, I was absolutely overwhelmed with joy. He was and is everything we imagined."
The singer added, “I’m feeling pretty good! I am so grateful for my husband and amazing team at the Natural Birthing Center. I don’t think I would be feeling this great without them!”
Sparks announced her pregnancy in November, revealing the big news to her fans on Instagram. “IT'S A BOY!!! We have so much to be thankful for and this is definitely at the top of the list," she wrote at the time. "[Dana Isaiah's] gonna have a little mini me running around! We can't wait to meet him. We love you lil man!"
While she's only been a mother for a few days, Sparks is already enjoying motherhood. "It’s only been a few days and I love it so much already!” she said. “The joy, laughter, scrapes and bruises…I can’t wait for it all!”
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