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Digital creator Diana Marua recently took to social media to reflect on her inspiring journey from uncertainty to success.
Sharing a heartfelt post, Diana revisited a picture from seven years ago during her pregnancy with her first child, Heaven Bahati, and compared it to a current photo that symbolises her growth and transformation.
Humbling pregnancy journey
Diana recalled the photo taken during her baby bump photoshoot when she weighed around 90 kilograms.
Snapchat reminded me of such a day like this, 7 years ago. I was about 90kgs here, creating memories of my baby bump photoshoot. A month later, I held my Baby, the cutest ever, Heaven- in my arms.
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The picture showed her with a swollen face and features that made her look almost unrecognisable, with some jokingly comparing her to her former nanny, Irine Nekesa. However, she viewed the changes in her body as part of the beauty of motherhood.
Diana on being labeled 'shosh'
Diana acknowledged the challenges of facing public criticism, including remarks targeting her husband, Bahati. Some labelled her as 'elderly' and teased Bahati for 'settling for a Shosh'.
She now finds humour in those harsh comments.
Pregnancy humbled me. No job, no dreams, no direction. They said, Bahati settled for a ‘Shosh’. Come to think about it, y’all took it a little far, keyboard warriors.
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Despite the hardships, Diana’s faith and the love and support of her husband kept her going. She embraced the changes and trusted the journey, knowing that life would eventually align with God’s plan.
God had a plan. It was just a matter of time. I had the right person beside me, my biggest cheerleader. I embraced the changes, I cared less, trusted my journey, and God aligned my life
Celebrating transformation
In the second picture she shared, taken at an event in January 2025, Diana exudes confidence and pride. Dressed in a mastered yellow crop top and rugged denim trousers, she flaunted her radiant and well-toned figure.
“Well, there was never a day I wasn’t proud of who I was becoming,” she added.
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Diana has always been open about her journey, sharing both her struggles and triumphs with her followers. From her days as an M-PESA agent to becoming one of Kenya’s most prominent content creators, her story is that of resilience and hard work.
She is also an influencer collaborating with major brands, a rapper, and an entrepreneur with various investments.
And even with challenges in her marriage, Diana and Bahati have proven that their love is unshakeable.
Together, they have four children, including their adopted son, Morgan, whom they cherish deeply. Bahati also has a daughter, Mueni, from a previous relationship with Yvette Obura, and the families have maintained a harmonious relationship.