blessed event

American  

noun

1. the birth of a child.

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blessed event Idioms  

1. The birth of a baby, as in When is the blessed event expected? This expression combines two senses of blessed, that is, “happy” and “sacred.” Today, however, unless used ironically, it is considered cloyingly sentimental. [1920s]

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Example Sentences

When Martha goes into labor in their cozy townhouse, they fly into action, calling the midwife and preparing for the blessed event.

From Washington Post

Spectacular to see priorities are in place after SI depleted its staff with recent cutbacks and layoffs but can still slap its brand on this blessed event.

From Los Angeles Times

And it’s possible, if not probable, that much more Mariner heartbreak lies ahead before the blessed event.

From Seattle Times

Instead, almost a dozen blessed events are peppered throughout this amiable film, with ceremony after ceremony playing like you’re bingeing a TLC show.

From Los Angeles Times

The New York Daily News wondered, “Test tube birth: a blessed event?”

From Washington Post