Janette Manrara recently shared some adorable photos of her baby daughter Lyra on Instagram to celebrate her husband Aljaz Skorjanec’s birthday. The photos captured the beautiful family moments at Longleat, hosted by former Strictly contestant Emma Thynn, Marchioness of Bath. In one of the images, Janette and Aljaz were seen posing on a grand flight of stairs, with Janette in a stunning thigh-split dress and Aljaz looking sharp in all black, while holding their little girl who looked absolutely charming in a green-and-white dress.
Another heartwarming photo showed Aljaz feeding a bird to Lyra’s slight skepticism. Janette expressed her gratitude to Emma Thynn for organizing the birthday celebration at Longleat, marking Lyra’s first visit to the venue. Despite the initial apprehension shown by Lyra in the photos, Janette assured her followers that her daughter actually enjoyed the bird-feeding experience, adding a playful touch to the caption.
Janette Manrara, who is best known for her role as a presenter on Strictly’s ‘It Takes Two’, recently reunited with her family after traveling across the country for the Strictly live show. Although Janette no longer participates as a dancer on the TV show, she took on the stage version this year while Aljaz took on the role of a stay-at-home dad. The couple welcomed their daughter, Lyra, in July 2023, and Janette resumed her hosting duties on It Takes Two alongside Fleur East shortly after returning to work in September.
Aljaz Skorjanec expressed his excitement about embracing the role of a father and spending quality time with his daughter. He mentioned his eagerness for “daddy daycare”, emphasizing the joy and fulfilment he experiences in caring for his little one. Aljaz also hinted at the possibility of expanding their family further, mentioning plans for a second child in the future.
Janette Manrara shared her surprise at discovering the gender of their baby girl. Despite having a strong feeling that she would be a mother to a boy, the revelation that they were expecting a girl brought immense happiness to Janette. The couple kept the news of the baby’s sex to themselves, savoring the excitement of the surprise. Janette explained the thought process behind choosing the name Lyra for their daughter, highlighting the appeal of its powerful and feminine qualities that complemented the middle name, Rose.
Janette Manrara’s heartfelt family photos and candid revelations about parenthood offer a glimpse into the joyous moments shared with their daughter, Lyra. The couple’s journey as parents and their dedication to creating memorable experiences for their family reflect a deep sense of love and commitment. As they continue to navigate the joys and surprises of parenthood, Janette and Aljaz showcase their unwavering bond and embrace the adventure of raising their daughter with enthusiasm and love.