Media personality and actress Toke Makinwa has opened up about the transformative power of motherhood, revealing how welcoming her daughter has helped her heal from deep-seated childhood pain and grief.
The on-air star, who gave birth to her first child, Yakira Eliana, in August 2025, took to social media on Saturday, September 27, to reflect on how becoming a mother has reshaped her emotional journey.
In her touching post, Toke shared that raising her daughter has been a source of healing, allowing her to confront traumas and grief she believed were long buried.
The actress, who tragically lost both parents in a fire during her childhood, has previously spoken about the lasting impact of that loss. Now, she says motherhood is bringing restoration in unexpected ways.
Toke Makinwa wrote:
“My daughter brought me healing, she is daily healing parts of me I didn’t even know needed healing, healing from my childhood trauma, from grief I thought I had dealt with a long time ago. God knew I needed this.”
Her heartfelt confession has drawn widespread empathy and admiration, with fans praising her courage in sharing such a vulnerable chapter of her life.
