Kenyan actress Dorea Chege has shared a heartfelt reflection on the birth of her daughter, Wanjiku. The actress is currently marking her child's first birthday with a week-long series of celebrations on Instagram.

During these festivities, she opened up about the difficult physical journey she endured one year ago.

The long road to motherhood

Dorea revealed to her followers that the delivery process was far from simple. She spent 18 hours in labour before the situation required medical intervention. The birth eventually concluded with emergency surgery to ensure the safety of both mother and child.

Despite the intense physical toll, the actress expressed a deep sense of gratitude. She noted that she would repeat the entire experience if she had to. For Dorea, the arrival of her daughter was the culmination of many hopes and struggles.

Dorea Chege // Instagram

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"18 hours of labour. Emergency surgery. And I’d do it all again without hesitation. Because that’s how much I wanted you, my Wanjiku,” she captioned a photo with her daughter.

A "miracle" daughter

The actress described Wanjiku as her miracle and her answered prayer. She told her audience that the child has become her forever reason.

Dorea emphasized that the bond began long before the birth, stating that the child was worth every pain and every fight from her very first heartbeat.

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These personal revelations have been shared alongside various posts celebrating the one-year milestone. The week-long celebration has allowed fans a closer look at her life as a mother.

Addressing public speculation

These family celebrations come at a time of significant public interest in Dorea’s private life. Recently, the actress and her partner, DJ Dibul, have had to address persistent rumours regarding their relationship status. The couple, often referred to as part of the "Bulls Family," found themselves trending after allegations of a split surfaced online.

Speculation grew following anonymous claims of infidelity on gossip platforms. Fans also began analysing the couple’s public appearances and social media activity for signs of trouble.

Doubts were further fuelled when DJ Dibul appeared to hesitate before mentioning Dorea during a recent radio segment.

Dorea Chege // Instagram

A united front

Dorea has been firm in her response to these claims. She directly dismissed the reports, stating that the rumours of a breakup were entirely unfounded.

"Wanaosema tumeachana, sidanganyi watangoja sana."

This statement translates to a clear message that those expecting a separation will be waiting for a long time. To reinforce this, the couple has used the birthday celebrations to project unity. They have shared photos and videos showing them relaxed and affectionate.

During the weekend events, they were seen spending time together as a family. One video clip showed the pair holding hands while enjoying the festivities.

They have also used specific music and captions in their posts to emphasize their commitment to one another. Instead of issuing long explanations, the couple continues to use their visible public presence to counter ongoing speculation.