Shanina Shaik.Photo: Daniele Venturelli/amfAR/Getty

CAP D’ANTIBES, FRANCE - MAY 26: Shanina Shaik in the fashion show during the amfAR Cannes Gala 2022 at Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc on May 26, 2022 in Cap d’Antibes, France. (Photo by Daniele Venturelli/amfAR/Getty Images)

Shanina Shaikis showing off her pregnancy glow!

In the bridal-themed fashion show, Shaik donned anAlexander Wangcream-colored crochet dress with a ruffled cutout in the stomach. As for her accessories, the model wore white pumps, slicked back hair, and a long lace veil.

Shaik continued, “Can’t wait to show the little one one day.”

“Thank you for choosing me to be your Mum. I have always wanted you for as long as I can remember, and at times my patience was tested,” she wrote. “The timing had to be right, and I can say with confidence that I am ready to be your guide, your protector and your best friend.”

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CAP D’ANTIBES, FRANCE - MAY 26: Shanina Shaik in the fashion show during the amfAR Cannes Gala 2022 at Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc on May 26, 2022 in Cap d’Antibes, France. (Photo by Daniele Venturelli/amfAR/Getty Images)

“I want to raise you as she raised me; to be kind, caring, thoughtful and to be the best version of yourself. I want to guide you to dream big and work hard, to live your life with passion and to reach your goals, no matter what they are,” Shaik added. “I want you to know that no matter what life throws at you, you can count on me to be there for you.”

The expectant mother then wrote that her child “will be supported and loved through every moment in your life, just as I have been.” She concluded her post, “Mummy and Daddy can’t wait to meet you.”

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Shortly before sharing her pregnancy with the world on social media, Shaik chatted with PEOPLE about the exciting news.

Revealing that she has had “a lot of change in my body and my surroundings,” Shaik said that her pregnancy overall has “been a really pleasant, healthy, and amazing experience.”

“I’ve been quite lucky and I’m just excited to finally share the news,” she continued. “It is quite exciting for myself and my partner and our families as well.”

She told PEOPLE that while they know the sex of their child on the way, the parents to be are keeping that bit of news to themselves for the time being.

Shanina Shaik.Dominique Charriau/Getty or amfAR

CAP D’ANTIBES, FRANCE - MAY 26: Shanina Shaik walks the runway in the fashion show during the amfAR Cannes Gala 2022 at Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc on May 26, 2022 in Cap d’Antibes, France. (Photo by Dominique Charriau/Getty Images for amfAR)

Shaik also said that her partner is “so happy” that he is going to become a father, noting, “He’s over the moon and he’s so supportive.”

“He’s just excited to share this experience together as well,” she added. “We’re very much in love, and to bring a beautiful life into this world is quite special.”

source: people.com