Natalie Imbruglia has received praise on social media, after announcing that she’s pregnant with her first child.
The 44-year-old singer used a sperm donor to conceive through IVF, and revealed the exciting news on Instagram while announcing her new record deal signing.
The mum-to-be wrote: “I’m very happy to announce that I have just signed a record deal with BMG!! What an AMAZING team. I have been busy writing for the past year and a half and can’t wait to share these new songs with you all!!!!”
“And as you can see from the pic.. there is another announcement… (no I haven’t swallowed a watermelon). I’m expecting my first child this Autumn.”
She continued: “For those of you that know me, this has been something I have wanted for a very long time and I’m blessed that this is possible with the help of IVF and a sperm donor.”
“I won’t be saying anything more on that publicly. I’m so excited about this next adventure… a new album and I’m going to be a mum!”
Since posting her announcement on social media, Natalia has been praised for giving other women out there “hope”.
One of her followers commented: “Thank you for being so open and honest about your journey. Gives us all in this community so much hope that miracles do happen.”
Another wrote: “You just gave me so much hope! Just yesterday my doctor told I probably have to give up the idea of having a baby now in my 30s because of my endo! So happy for you!!!”