“Miracle baby on the way”
Laura Adlington shares pregnancy news after long fertility struggle.
Laura Adlington, the beloved Great British Bake Off finalist, has shared the joyous news that she is pregnant after a long and challenging nine-year fertility journey. The 36-year-old from Gravesend, Kent, who became a fan favorite on the 2020 season of the Channel 4 competition, opened up to her followers on Instagram about the miracle she and her husband, Matt, have been waiting for.
Laura’s journey to pregnancy has been anything but easy. In 2022, she bravely discussed her fertility struggles, revealing that doctors had advised her to lose 14 stone in order to qualify for IVF. While Laura explored various options, including the possibility of weight loss surgery, she ultimately decided against it, focusing on finding a path that felt right for her.
Now, after years of heartache, Laura has confirmed that she and Matt are expecting their first child.
Sharing the good news with her fans, Laura announced that their IVF baby is due in October, calling it their “miracle” baby. Her announcement has touched many hearts, and her followers are celebrating this beautiful new chapter with her.