Stacey Solomon shows off baby bump in glowing photos as fans in meltdown
Stacey Solomon sent fans into a frenzy as she reflected on her motherhood journey by sharing a string of snaps taken throughout her pregnancies over the years
Stacey had fans saying the same thing(Image: staceysolomon/Instagram)
Stacey Solomon’s fans were left gobsmacked after the star uploaded a string of snaps showcasing her pregnancy bumps over the years. Fans who had opened Instagram on Monday night were left shocked to see a snap of Stacey posing in front of a window as she cradled a baby bump as she offered a loving gaze towards her belly.
But Stacey was merely reflecting on the fact that at 35, she had been a mother for half of her life, having given birth to her first son, Zachary, when she was 18, in 2008, with her former boyfriend David Cox. Stacey went on to welcome her second child, Leighton, in 2012 with her former fiancé, Aaron Barnham.
Stacey has since gone on to welcome three children with her husband, former EastEnders star, Joe Swash. In 2019, the couple welcomed their son Rex before Stacey gave birth to her first daughter, Rose Opal in October 2021 following a birth at their home, Pickle Cottage, surrounded by her family.
Just two years later, she welcomed a second daughter, Belle. Captioning her upload, Stacey shared a string of snaps with her children alongside her pregnancy photoshoots as the Solomon-Swash family grinned as they posed for selfies and photos on the beach while on a huge family holiday.
Captioning her post, the former X Factor star penned: “Realised yesterday I’ve been a mother for half of my whole life. It’s my biggest achievement. My proudest accomplishment. You are my world Zach, Leighton, Rex, Rose & Belle. Happy Mother’s Day to every single mumma, mother figure, carer out there. You are incredible. Never question just what an amazing job you’re doing. Every day you show up no matter what, however you can.
Stacey has five children – three who she shares with husband Joe Swash(Image: staceysolomon/Instagram)
“Thinking of anyone who finds mothered day a really difficult day. And to any mum out there who hasn’t heard it in a while. You’re f***ing smashing it. Even on the days you think you’re at your worst. You are still their EVERYTHING.” Her post which has been liked over 254,000 times was soon flooded with messages from fans who had only seen Stacey’s bump snap.
“I thought this was a pregnancy announcement, I got so excited,” said one. A second added: “I feel guilty for being disappointed!” Meanwhile a third went on to write: “How many people won’t read the caption and think baby number 6 is on the way. Gorgeous post Stacey, you’re a wonderful mummy. Hope you enjoyed your day yesterday.”
Stacey has ruled out having anymore children(Image: staceysolomon/Instagram)
“Agree people just look at people’s pictures and assume,” said a fourth. A fifth typed: “Omg I thought you were having another baby. You are an incredible mummy and can’t wait to watch your new TV show.” “Bloody hell I thought you’ve kept that well hidden. But I do read the captions! Best mamma,” added another.
During an appearance on Scott Miss BBC Radio 2 show on Tuesday, Stacey and Joe shared an insight into their relationship. The pair first met on ITV’s I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! but only started dating seven years later, with Joe admitting he “stuck one on her.”
But while they have six children between them, Stacey has ruled out having any more. She said ahead of their BBC reality show: “Joe would like me to be a baby machine, which I have been for the last five years.” When Joe said he only wanted “one more”, Stacey answered: “I quit! My pelvic floor is in shambles. It’s screaming at me. I can’t.”
