Renowned host and commentator Kat Timpf has finally released the first images of her newborn, three weeks after the birth of her first child. The warm, loving, and tender pictures show Kat holding her infant in her arms, her eyes expressing both a great deal of gratitude and love.

However, beneath the placid smiles is a straightforward reality. Kat talked candidly about the emotional rollercoaster she’s experienced in the caption that goes with the pictures:

It has been a nightmare I never anticipated, but it is also the most miraculous thing that has ever happened to me. The initial days were not at all simple. I experienced moments of fear, despair, and uncertainty about my strength. However, when I see my child now, safe and healthy, I know that all of the suffering was worthwhile.

She continued by expressing her gratitude to her family, the medical staff, and the supporters who helped her along the way, stating that their fortitude got her through the most trying times.

Thousands of people were moved by Kat’s open message, which went viral very fast. Mothers who have experienced similar difficulties after giving birth were particularly moved. Through her courage and openness, Kat illuminated the often-unspoken difficulties that accompany motherhood in addition to sharing the joys of the role.