Sheikha Mahra bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and Sheikh Mana bin Mohammed bin Rashid bin Mana Al Maktoum.

Dubai’s princess, Sheikha Mahra bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, welcomed her first baby with Sheikh Mana bin Mohammed bin Rashid bin Mana Al Maktoum. Sheikha Mahra, daughter of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President and Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, revealed in an Instagram Story on Thursday (May 2) that she gave birth to a baby girl. The post was marked as “May 1” in the caption, suggesting when the birth took place. The Dubai princess also revealed the name of the newborn royal: Sheikha Mahra bint Mana bin Mohammed Al Maktoum. Meanwhile, the proud father, Sheikh Mana, also posted on Instagram to celebrate the royal couple’s first baby. The young royal will certainly be raised to "reach full potential", as Sheikha Mahra has expressed in a previous interview. She told Harper’s Bazaar Arabia: “I am eagerly anticipating the opportunity to witness the growth and development of my children. It is my intention to provide them with a nurturing and loving environment, and most importantly, to support them in discovering their true selves. My mother instilled in me the value of showing kindness to others and leading with empathy rather than judgment. I aspire to pass on this important lesson to my own children.” "It is important for women to have individual accomplishments outside of motherhood, as they possess a natural ability to excel in various areas," she said. Sheikha Mahra holds a degree in International Relations and is a supporter of various philanthropic organizations. She is also an equestrian enthusiast. Sheikha Mahra, who turned 30 last February 28, has credited her parents, Sheikh Mohammed and her Greek mother, Zoe Grigorakos, for being her role models and for her well-rounded upbringing. In honor of Sheikha Mahra’s wedding to Sheikh Mana last year, Sheikh Mohammed wrote them a heartfelt poem in Arabic, which the couple shared when they announced their wedding. ICA/Expat Media
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