Holly Hagan-Blyth, known for her role on Geordie Shore, has revealed the emotional significance behind her newborn daughter's name. The reality star and her husband, Jacob Blyth, welcomed their second child last week.
Earlier today, Holly announced that she named her daughter in honor of her younger sister, Darci. Last year, at just 19 years old, Darci became unwell and suffered a cardiac arrest during a night out in Manchester. It was later discovered that Darci Rose Gibson had unknowingly consumed the drug crystal MDMA, which had been mixed into her drink.
Tragically, Darci passed away 48 hours after falling ill. However, her memory now lives on through her niece, whom Holly has named Madison-Darci.
Holly and Jacob shared the touching news of Madison's name alongside an adorable picture of the newborn lying in her crib at home, with her name stitched into a knitted babygro. The post was met with an outpouring of support from fellow reality TV stars.
Scarlett Moffatt commented: "Beautiful name for a beautiful little girl, huge congratulations." Charlotte Crosby, Holly's close friend and former Geordie Shore co-star, added: "Beautiful just so beautiful! Darci is proud of punch watching over you all. I can't wait to meet her." Nathan Henry, another Geordie Shore star, wrote: "I can't wait to meet her. She's so precious."
Sophie Kasaei responded: "The most amazing precious little girl. Her name is everything, and we know Darci will always be watching over. I'm so proud of you both and I can't wait to meet her." Zahida Allen added: "She is beyond precious! Congratulations Holly and Blythy! What a beautiful way to honour your sister Darci. Love you all."
Over the weekend, Holly disclosed that she had welcomed another child and informed her followers that while she was "tired," both mother and baby were doing brilliantly. She said: "She's here safe and well. I'm so tired but absolutely fine and guys.. she latched instantly."
The celebrity opted for a planned caesarean section with her second child, who joins big brother Alpha-Jax. She kept her supporters informed throughout the day via social media with updates about the delivery.
Earlier, Holly revealed she was at the hospital awaiting her caesarean, confessing on her Instagram Stories that "pushing a child out of my vagina just isn't for me." She also mentioned she prefers having things organised beforehand, explaining: "I liked to know things are planned and out of my control."
Holly was delighted to respond to numerous fans' enquiries as she awaited her new bundle of joy. Teasing her baby's name, she described it as "the prettiest name ever" but refrained from disclosing what she and Jacob had decided to call their daughter.
Her daughter provides a delightful sibling for Holly's son, Alpha Jax. The beaming mum posted a picture of her son before the little one arrived with a doll on his lap – dressed as a king – as she revealed: "He's so excited! Currently practising his holding skills with a dolly."
After responding to her followers' queries, Holly posted a picture of herself and Jacob in their hospital attire with the caption: "It's happening!"
In a poignant tribute to her late sister, Darci, who sadly passed away last year, the star disclosed that she was wearing a pair of Crocs that belonged to her sibling, sharing a photo of her feet with the caption: "Darci's crocs for good luck."
