Kemi Lala Akindoju motherhood journey: the actress shares how she navigated grief and motherhood after losing her father weeks before her second child’s birth

Kemi Lala Akindoju motherhood journey Nigerian actress and filmmaker Kemi “Lala” Akindoju has shared an emotional reflection on navigating grief and motherhood, revealing that she welcomed her second child just weeks after losing her father.

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Taking to Instagram, the award-winning actress described the period as a “bittersweet season”, one that tested both her emotional and physical resilience.

“Having a child and losing my daddy weeks apart was not something I hoped for, neither was I ready for it. But having a child is such a divine, selfless, high calling because another human being literally depends on you for their survival,” she wrote.

Akindoju expressed deep gratitude to her family, friends, and colleagues, whom she described as her “village,” for providing strength and support through an immensely difficult time.

She acknowledged that balancing her grief, motherhood, and career was a daunting experience.

“Navigating building a career, grief, and being a new mum, breastfeeding, travelling, and raising a 4-year-old is no joke. It has taken a village.

For every member of my village who showed up, visited, helped me rest, carried him so I could work or pump milk — THIS 1st BIRTHDAY IS FOR ALL OF YOU TOO!” she shared.

The actress also celebrated her son, Adéiyèolú Monoyooritse Chioke Ayanfe, on his first birthday, expressing immense joy and gratitude for the blessings of motherhood.

She further penned a touching tribute to her husband, celebrity chef OritseGbubemi Fregene (Chef Fregz), calling him her “pillar of support” and “most understanding partner.”

“I’m also grateful for the most understanding baby from being on set with me during pregnancy to hopping on planes at just four weeks old. Such a trooper,” Akindoju added.

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Kemi Lala Akindoju and Chef Fregz, who tied the knot in September 2018, welcomed their first child in 2021 and their second in 2024. Her heartfelt post has since resonated with many fans, earning praise for her honesty, strength, and vulnerability.