Warning: This article contains discussion of baby loss which some readers may find distressing.
The Only Way Is Essex star Georgia Kousoulou has revealed she is pregnant with a 'rainbow baby', sharing words of encouragement for anyone who is 'suffering' with fertility problems after going through in vitro fertilisation (IVF).
The child will be her second with fellow TOWIE star Tommy Mallett, with the couple already parents to Brody, two.
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Posting an emotional video about their journey on Instagram, Kousoulou confirmed they were expecting a rainbow baby - a child born after the loss of a previous pregnancy or baby - after recently opening up about her own miscarriage.
She said the couple had undergone IVF, thanking all of the specialists who helped them along the way.
The TV personality said: "Our little rainbow baby due December.
"Words can’t express the emotions we have, we have prayed, wished and with a little help it’s happened...
"I can’t thank my team enough. Rehan Salim you are the best IVF specialist - I’m so blessed we met you.
"And Michelle my amazing nurse who helped me every step of the way!
"These guys made my experience with IVF so much better than I could of even imagined.
"And thank you to our Michaela for being there through it all.
"I was so scared as all the things I had heard beforehand but they were simply the best and held my hand the whole way through. Thank you for giving us the best gift of all."
The video ended with a gender reveal, which showed the happy parents with son Brody as they popped a balloon to reveal pink confetti, confirming they'll be welcoming a baby girl.
Kousoulou added: "To anyone watching who is suffering... I am with you and I know how you feel. I pray this post doesn’t trigger you. I know how hard it is seeing announcements.
"Please know you are not alone and please don’t give up hope."
Many people congratulated the couple on their happy news, with fellow TOWIE star Amy Childs writing: “Awww congrats babe."
Vicky Pattison added: "Wonderful news mate. Congratulations.”
If you need support and advice following a pregnancy loss, you can contact the Tommy’s team at [email protected]. You can also call them for free on 0800 014 7800, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.
Jess Hardiman