It's hard to believe that just six years ago Nicole Richie was arrested for heroin possession and went to rehab for drug addiction. She's come a long way, baby!

On September 9, Sparrow James Midnight Madden was born to Nicole and Joel Madden. Her priorities have definitely changed now that she's a mother of two children.

Check out some photos of Nicole at the 1st Annual The Noble Awards in Beverly Hills, Calif., yesterday. She looks great for a mom who just gave birth to her second baby, don't you think? Let us know in the comments!

Image © Chris Hatcher / PR Photos

Image © Chris Hatcher / PR Photos

Image © Chris Hatcher / PR Photos

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