Jessica Simpson - Jessica Simpson's 'miracle' Baby

Jessica Simpson's father Joe has called the birth of his granddaughter ''a miracle''.

Jessica Simpson's father has called the birth of his granddaughter ''a miracle''.

The singer-and-actress announced the arrival of Maxwell Drew - her first child with fiance Eric Johnson -on Tuesday (01.05.12) and Joe Simpson says she was born to be a mother.

He wrote on twitter: ''Jess dreamed since she was a young girl about being a mom. Dreams come true! So happy!

''Proud PaPaJoe !! Beautiful baby girl... What a miracle!''

Joe, his wife Tina, their daughter Ashlee and Eric's parents were all at the hospital in Los Angeles when Jessica gave birth.

A source said: ''That's how Jessica and Eric wanted it.''

Meanwhile it has been revealed that 9lb 13oz baby Maxwell already has a healthy appetite.

A source said: ''Maxwell is eating like a champ and has a big appetite. The birth went smoothly and Jessica is already up and walking around and bonding with her little girl.

''Everyone is saying what a natural Jessica is. She was born to be a mom!''

Jessica and Eric revealed they have put their wedding plans on hold in order to concentrate on the birth of their daughter.