'The day our lives changed forever': David Beckham's sister Joanne confirms she has welcomed daughter Peggy with boyfriend Kris Donnelly in heart-warming Instagram post

By Julia Pritchard and Eve Buckland For Mailonline

Published: 18:32 GMT, 11 December 2017 | Updated: 21:21 GMT, 11 December 2017

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David Beckham's sister Joanne has welcomed her first child with Big Brother star boyfriend Kris Donnelly.

The 35-year-old confirmed she has given birth to a daughter named Peggy on Monday, by sharing a number of heart-warming snaps of the newborn to her Instagram page.

Clearly overwhelmed, Joanne gushed the day had been 'life-changing' in the caption, before she praised the 'love of her life' Kris for his strength and support during the birth.

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Delighted: David Beckham's sister Joanne has welcomed her first child with Big Brother star boyfriend Kris Donnelly

'Life-changing': The 35-year-old confirmed she has given birth to a daughter named Peggy on Monday, by sharing a number of heart-warming snaps of the newborn to her Instagram (above)

Sharing an adorable black and white photo of Kris cradling their baby girl, she announced to followers: 'THE DAY OUR LIFE CHANGED FOREVER ...

'Such an amazing feeling starting our own family , the love I have for our little princess Peggy is one that is so unconditional !'

Sharing further snaps of herself and Kris leaving the hospital with their newborn nestled in a baby carrier, she went on to thank her Big Brother star beau for being so supportive during the birth.

'You are my strength!': Sharing another snap of Kris leaving the hospital with their newborn in a baby carrier, she went on to thank her r beau for being so supportive during the birth

She added: 'I'd never of be able to do it without the love of my life ... @krissydonners you was my strength ! Thank you... ❤️ #myfamily'

Joanne had confirmed she was pregnant with her first child in July, and last updated fans about her pregnancy in November, when she rang in her baby shower.

The sister of footballing legend David Beckham looked radiant and happy as she shared a sweet snap from the special event, clad in an elegant black silk dress which cinched in at the waist before flowing over her growing stomach.

Parents-to-be: Joanne had last updated fans about her pregnancy in November, when she rang in her baby shower (above)

The former hairdresser wore her brunette locks in a straight and sleek style and accentuated her pretty features with a light dusting of make-up.

Joanne, who held up a sign which read mother-to-be and posed in front of building blocks which spelled out the word Baby, added height to her look with gold strappy stilettos sandals.

Her boyfriend Kris rocked a white t-shirt, skinny jeans and a tan suede jacket.

Showing her excitement for her firstborn's arrival and her delight with the day Joanne captioned the snap: 'B A B Y . S H O W E R ... Today we had the most amazing baby shower ! I couldn't of asked for a better day ! Special thank you to my mum and my bestie for organising it ! It was just perfect !

Expecting: The younger sister of football legend David Beckham confirmed she was pregnant with her first child by the ex Big Brother contestant in July

Sweethearts: Kris shared this sweet snap of the couple kissing on their baby's special day

Beautiful bump: Joanne has kept her followers updated with her pregnancy journey on social media

'Our precious little one is going to be so lucky surrounded by such special people ! Thank you to everyone who came and all your generosity ! (sic)

The news comes after Joanne - who runs a concierge service - was revealed to have fallen for the 32-year-old reality star earlier this year.

He took part in Big Brother in 2009 during which he shared a short romance with fellow contestant, Sophie Reade.

Kris later dated Hollyoaks star Jorgie Porter, launched his own selfie stick business and worked as a model.

Meanwhile Joanne has previously enjoyed brief romances with footballers Jermain Defoe and Dwight Yorke - David's former Manchester United teammate.

At the time the news was revealed, a source told The Sun on Sunday: 'Joanne and Kris are over the moon. Her parents Ted and Sandra are looking forward to having another grandchild.'

'And David's kids are excited about having a new cousin, especially Harper.'

Reflecting on her relationship with her famous brother in 2015, Joanna revealed she always knew when the well travelled former footballer was coming home because their doting mother Sandra would stock up on his favourite dish - pie and mash.

She told ES magazine: 'The fridge is always filled up. Even if she doesn’t tell me, I know when he’s coming home because the fridge is full.'