White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt joyfully celebrated her son Nicholas “Niko” Robert Riccio’s first birthday with a construction-themed party filled with love and laughter. At just 27, Leavitt and her husband, Nicholas Riccio, embraced the special milestone with warmth and thoughtful details inspired by Niko’s fascination with trucks.

The backyard celebration featured banners with Niko’s face, a cake topped with miniature diggers, and personalized yellow cups bearing his name. The highlight was a real digger brought to the yard, thrilling Niko and guests alike, perfectly matching the playful theme.

Leavitt shared heartfelt reflections on Instagram, describing her son as sweet, happy, sensitive, funny, and handsome. She expressed gratitude to God for the blessing of motherhood, capturing her deep love in this new role.

Matching “Mama” and “Dada” shirts added a sweet touch as the couple watched Niko enthusiastically smash his cake, frosting-covered face and all. The party was a beautiful blend of joy, family devotion, and faith amidst Leavitt’s demanding Washington role.

Fans and guests praised the celebration online, calling it precious and applauding the effort to make Niko’s first birthday truly unforgettable. The event highlighted not only a significant milestone but also the happiness found in life’s most personal moments.