Independent MLA Claire Sugden has given birth to a baby girl.
The East Londonderry MLA announced the new arrival on social media on Monday evening.
Sharing a photo on Twitter, she said: "It's a girl!
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"With much love, we introduce our daughter Indy Sugden Anderson.
"We thank God for our beautiful blessing.
"Grateful to Antrim Area Hospital Maternity for exceptional service and over and above care.
"Mummy C & Daddy A."
The social media post included several heart emojis.
Many politicians from different parties publicly congratulated the former Justice Minister on her baby news.
Sinn Féin vice-president Michelle O'Neill said: "What a pure joy, congratulations and wishing you all good health xx."
DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson said: "Many congratulations to both of you!"
Alliance South Belfast MLA Kate Nicholl tweeted: "The very best news! Congratulations Claire. Sending lots of love to you all".
UUP North Down MLA Alan Chambers wrote: "Congratulations Claire. My personal experience comment to all new parents is that after a month, or maybe sooner, we all fully appreciate the debt we owe our own parents!"
SDLP South Belfast MLA Matthew O'Toole said: "She's beautiful. Congratulations Claire."
TUV leader Jim Allister tweeted: "Very many congratulations. How life will change - but all good!"
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