Matt Cedeno of Power and Days of Our Lives welcomes daughter Aviana with actress wife Erica Franco

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Actor Matt Cedeño and wife Erica Franco welcomed their second child into the world Saturday April 28.

The Power actor, 43, and his wife announced the happy news back with an updated family photo that included newborn Aviana Jaselle Cedeño.

'We are so in love all over again,' Erica caption a picture of her breastfeeding the newborn while surrounded by her husband and son Jaxson, four, in her hospital bed.

Happy family! Actor Matt Cedeño and wife Erica Franco welcomed their second child into the world Saturday April 28 and announced that they were 'so in love' with newborn Aviana in a family Instagram portrait shared last week

Happy family! Actor Matt Cedeño and wife Erica Franco welcomed their second child into the world Saturday April 28 and announced that they were 'so in love' with newborn Aviana in a family Instagram portrait shared last week

Though Erica had just given birth she looked radiant in the photo, smiling bright while flaunting fluttering lashes as she held her little one to her bosom.

'Meet Aviana Jaselle Cedeno born Sat April 28th 2018 at 9:12am,' wrote, 'Weighing 8lb 8oz, 20" long.'

'Our hearts are full, taking in every moment! We are beyond blessed, she is so sweet & serene.

Speaking to People, the couple couldn't help but be in awe of the newborn.

Introducing... 'Meet Aviana Jaselle Cedeno born Sat April 28th 2018 at 9:12am,' wrote, 'Weighing 8lb 8oz, 20" long' actress Franco wrote in the announcement Insta

Introducing... 'Meet Aviana Jaselle Cedeno born Sat April 28th 2018 at 9:12am,' wrote, 'Weighing 8lb 8oz, 20" long' actress Franco wrote in the announcement Insta

Old soul: Speaking to People, the couple (above during their first pregnancy in 2013) couldn't help but be in awe of the newborn, saying: 'She has a depth and serenity about her that is truly captivating'

Old soul: Speaking to People, the couple (above during their first pregnancy in 2013) couldn't help but be in awe of the newborn, saying: 'She has a depth and serenity about her that is truly captivating'

'She has a depth and serenity about her that is truly captivating. A sweet, brave soul that we are excited for the world to know.' 

They also talked about Aviana's name, explaining that there was no particular backstory but that they 'just really liked the name.'

The duo was also happy to report that there was no sibling rivalry brewing between baby Aviana and older brother Jaxon.

'Jaxon is obsessed,' the TV actress wrote, 'Taking on his new role like I knew he would! The love he has for her already is so amazing!!! I’m one lucky mama.'

Getting along great! The duo was also happy to report that there was no sibling rivalry brewing between baby Aviana and older brother Jaxon, revealing their boy is 'obsessed' with his little sister

Getting along great! The duo was also happy to report that there was no sibling rivalry brewing between baby Aviana and older brother Jaxon, revealing their boy is 'obsessed' with his little sister

On Monday she sent a loving message to her hubby on Instagram.

'I could not do life without you @mattcedeno,' Erika wrote, 'Thank you for being you, giving me your mini & my mini, & for the constant support, attention, & love you have for us.  

'You are so hands on & do so much. I love & appreciate you more than I ever could express #bestdaddyaward #myloves.'

Matt and Erica wed on July 31 2009 and have been going strong ever since.

Made for each other! Matt and Erica (above in 2017) wed on July 31 2009 and have been going strong ever since

Made for each other! Matt and Erica (above in 2017) wed on July 31 2009 and have been going strong ever since

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