Fans have rushed to defend Gemma Atkinson after comments were made over a picture of her baby son. The former Hollyoaks actress shared pictures on Instagram of baby Thiago meeting her Planet Radio colleague and friend Mike Toolan for the first time.
13.09.2023 - 10:07 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Gemma Atkinson has addressed her reasons for stopping breastfeeding after six weeks as she spoke openly with her fans and followers. The Hits Radio host has always been candid when it comes to sharing the realities of her life before and since welcoming her two children into the world.
Bury-born Gemma, 38, and her Strictly Come Dancing star fiance Gorka Marquez became parents for a second time back in July following to birth of their son Thiago Thomas Marquez. Their 'little man's' arrival came just over four years after they welcomed their first-born, daughter Mia, into the world in 2019.
Since then Gemma, who said at the time that her and Gorka's family was ' 'complete', has been sharing regular updates on her newborn as well as giving her usual honest insights into her new life as a mum-of-two, particularly with dance Gorka having to leave home ahead of the new series of Strictly.
Try MEN Premium for FREE by clicking here for no ads, fun puzzles and brilliant new features
Following one of her latest videos shared to her Instagram Stories, Gemma could be seen feeding an almost two-month-old Thiago, who is known by Tio for short, by bottle which led to a question from one of her many followers. "Why did you stop breastfeeding? When you had lots of milk? Just asking, no judgement."
Gemma graciously received the innocent message as she typed out a lengthy response. "Asked this a lot too which I get. I personally only wanted to do 5wks BF," the former Emmerdale and Hollyoaks star started by saying. "That's what I did with Mia so I set myself that target.
"I was fortunate enough to be able to express a lot so he ended up having about 6wks. My choice to stop was because it was exhausting on my own. My boobs and back were
Fans have rushed to defend Gemma Atkinson after comments were made over a picture of her baby son. The former Hollyoaks actress shared pictures on Instagram of baby Thiago meeting her Planet Radio colleague and friend Mike Toolan for the first time.
Strictly Come Dancing star Gemma Atkinson often posts updates on her social media with her newborn son Thiago since she and her partner Gorka Márquez became a family of four, also sharing four-year-old daughter Mia together.
Gemma Atkinson has told fans 'we've all got them' as she shared the topic of her latest podcast. The Hits Radio host was left feeling 'overwhelmed' earlier this week as she spoke about the success of her first-ever podcast following the release of the first episode.
Gemma Atkinson hasn't shied away from telling her daughter 'no' when it came to a very specific request at the start of a new week. The Hits Radio host took to her Instagram Story on Monday morning (September 25) as she spoke directly the the camera from the kitchen of her Greater Manchester home.
Gemma Atkinson has been told 'we've got this' by Janette Manrara as she showed her support as they both go through their post-partum journey. The new mums gave birth 11 days apart, Gemma with her second with her fiance Gorka Marquez and Janette with her first with her husband Aljaz Skorjanec.
Gemma Atkinson has shared the one way she doesn't want her children to follow in their dad Gorka Marquez's footsteps as she opened up about her 'messy' life. The Hits Radio host is currently holding down the fort at home as her dancer fiance spends time away from home working on Strictly Come Dancing.
Gemma Atkinson recently took a stand against trolls who criticised her fashion choices. Gemma, who often shares candid updates regarding her post-partum life, has been promoting her new In The Style range with a series of stylish outfit photos. However, after offering a look behind the scenes to "show some reality," she faced a negative comment from a troll.
Gemma Atkinson appears keen to prove the saying 'age is just a number' as she addressed an upcoming milestone birthday. The Hits Radio host will be celebrating her 39th birthday in November meaning her 40th is now just over a year away.
Gemma Atkinson has shared the 'reality' behind her latest glamourous appearance after stunning fans with a string of snaps as she modelled her latest clothing collection. The Hits Radio host is currently on maternity leave after welcoming her second child into the world in July.
Gemma Atkinson has told fans 'I realise now' before she was flooded with compliments over her string of stunning autumn snaps. The Hits Radio host returned to a bit of working action following the birth of her second child back in July.
Gemma Atkinson has made clear that she, her fiance Gorka Marquez and their Strictly Come Dancing pals Janette Manrara and Aljaz Skorjanec aren't just doting parents. The two sets of loving parents are currently in newborn bubbles after welcoming their children just days apart.
Fans of Gorka Marquez have flooded him with their 'hope' after he shared a heartbreaking moment with fiancee Gemma Atkinson and their two children. The Strictly Come Dancing star has been open and honest about having to leave behind his young family as he gets to work on the new series of the dance show.
Gemma Atkinson has told fans 'I'm taking the win' before poking fun at her fiancé Gorka Marquez ahead of his return to Strictly Come Dancing. The much-loved BBC dance competition will return to screens tonight (Sept 16) with Gorka, 33, amongst the professional dancers competing to take home the Glitterball trophy.
Gemma Atkinson has made no secret of her joy as her daughter appeared to suggest she wants to follow in her mum's footsteps. The Hits Radio host previously shared her hopes while pregnant with her second child that her son would be interested in heading to the boxing gym when his older.
Gemma Atkinson has hit back at people judging her for her decision to stop breastfeeding her baby son Thiago, five weeks after welcoming him into the world.The 38 year old former Hollyoaks star, who also shares four year old daughter Mia with pro dancer fiancé Gorka Marquez. took to Instagram stories to reply to a fan who had asked her why she had decided to stop. Gemma explained that breastfeeding was "exhausting" as she said it would be "less stressful" to feed little Thiago from the bottle as Gorka is often away in London, where he is training for the next season of Strictly Come Dancing.
Gorka Marquez and Gemma Atkinson have been branded a 'top team' as they were seen enjoying some quality time together with their children. Strictly Come Dancing star Gorka spent a short but sweet amount of time at home over the weekend before having to leave for work on the BBC One dance contest.
Gemma Atkinson has told fans that she has 'no shame' as she was flooded with praise over her latest social media update. The Hits Radio host is no stranger to being open and honest with her online following and has kept the same attitude during her recent second pregnancy.
Gemma Atkinson appears to have shared her fiance Gorka Marquez's disapproval as she gave a little update on her daughter's first week at school. The couple were emotional earlier this week when they revealed that Mia was heading off for her first day after finishing preschool just before the end of the summer holidays.
Strictly Come Dancing duo Gorka Marquez and Gemma Atkinson were seen arguing in a car in the teaser trailer for the second episode of Gemma & Gorka Life behind the Lens, which aired tonight. Gemma shared the trailer on her Instagram where she was seen in the passenger seat of the car while her husband drove her around, as they had a public spat. Gemma told her husband: “Oh my goodness.
Gemma Atkinson has told fans that she 'couldn't be happier' as she teased some career news before confirming another gig. The Hits Radio host is currently on maternity leave after welcoming her second child into the world.