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Great British Bake Off star Laura Adlington has shared her feelings with fans on social media after admitting to finding one aspect of her pregnancy especially difficult

The Great British Bake Off star Laura Adlington has been sharing further updates on her pregnancy on social media. The TV personality has admitted to finding the shape of her growing baby bump a bit unusual as she described how it has her feeling “really bothered.”

Laura, 36, took to Instagram to update her followers as she admitted feeling a little dismayed over the matter. She shared on the social media platform, “I’ll be honest, I’ve been struggling a little bit the last couple of months of not having the perfect bump like all the girls on Pinterest. So I have, and have always had, a B shaped belly.”

Laura then lifted up her striped maxi dress to show her followers what she was talking about as she indicated that the lower half of her stomach had become “much firmer”, but there was still a very visible “B shape” with a notably softer bit at the bottom.

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Laura continued, “I’d be lying if I said it didn’t really bother me sometimes, but I’m trying to be kind to myself and remind myself that my body is doing amazing things and it’s okay for it to look like my body while it’s doing them.

“I’m also trying to remind myself that just as all bodies are good bodies, as I’ve been bleating on about for years, all bumps are good bumps.”

She then wrote in the caption, “Being pregnant can sometimes feel great and sometimes utterly BLEURGHH, but it ALWAYS feels like a privilege. Please don’t think I’m complaining as I’m not. Just being honest about navigating my body changing and growing.”

She sent a message of support to others in the same situation as she concluded, “Hope this helps anyone in the same boat.”

Fans rushed to comment on the post and heap praise on her as they reminded her that she “looks fab” and should just enjoy her pregnant body while she has it.

One fan shared, “I didn’t think my bump was cute and did not take a single picture,” as they added, “Now that my sweet girl is here I so wish I had documented her in my belly.Take the pics – all bumps are cute bumps!”

A second commented, “I’ve never heard the term ‘B shaped’ before but that’s what I have!!” A third social media user posted, “More pronounced now due to menopause weight hitting above my waistline. Thank you for helping me give a name to my shape!”

A fourth wrote, “As a fellow B Belly, who had the very same feelings when I was pregnant, I say yes to all of this. You’re doing amazingly well and your body is rocking it!”

A fifth said, “My son (now a strapping 15 year old) is my only child and I still deeply regret not taking photos of my pregnancy because I hated my body so much. You are amazing and defying all odds to create a new human. Thank you for sharing.”

The Prince of Darkness died on 22 July at the age of 76, with many Black Sabbath fans left devastated across the world

After Ozzy Osbourne sadly died on 22 July, Aston Villa FC have paid tribute to the rock legend at their first game of the football season. Fans will know the Black Sabbath singer played his very last show at the club’s home ground, Villa Park, just days before his death at the age of 76.

The football team honoured Ozzy at their home game against Newcastle today (16 August) with a sweet video tribute before the game’s 12.30pm kick off. Both teams walked out to footage of the icon performing Crazy Train at the Back To The Beginning Show.

As well as this, the band who performed at Ozzy’s funeral procession in Birmingham, Bostin’ Brass, were on hand to play brass-style versions of his biggest hits and a book of condolences was available for fans to sign in the club store.

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The official matchday programme also featured an illustration of Ozzy walking up the steps of the ground wearing a No.9 shirt with his name written above it.

Ozzy’s love for Aston Villa stemmed from him growing up in Birmingham, in the suburb of Aston, just a mile away from Villa Park. He told The Athletic in 2024: ““I was born in Aston and spent my childhood watching carloads of people going to the Villa football matches,” he told The Athletic in 2024.

This isn’t the first time the club have honoured Ozzy as they’ve had a mural created of him outside the stadium. It showcases the performer with his mouth wide open and wearing his iconic round sunglasses, with the words “Ozzy forever” etched across it.

Following his death, Aston Villa took to their Instagram page to pen: “Aston Villa Football Club is saddened to learn that world-renowned rockstar and Villan, Ozzy Osbourne has padded away.

“Growing up in Aston, not far from Villa Park, Ozzy always held a special connection to the club and the community he came from. The thoughts of everyone at Aston Villa are with his wife Sharon, his family, friends, and countless fans at this extremely difficult time. Rest in peace, Ozzy.”

Fans flocked to the comments section to share their own tributes as one suggested: “Retire one seat out of the stadium and paint it black. RIP Ozzy.”

Someone else agreed: “I just saw someone say retire one seat and paint it black, I agree but add bats in purple on it.”

Ozzy’s cause of death was revealed on 5 August, with his death certificate stating that the Prince of Darkness died following an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest, acute myocardial infarction, coronary artery disease and Parkinson’s disease with autonomic dysfunction (joint causes).

His occupation was listed as “rock legend, songwriter and performer.” An acute myocardial infarction occurs when the blood flow to the heart is blocked, often by a blood clot, causing damage to the muscles of the heart.

Symptoms include pain in the chest, including pressure, heaviness, tightness or squeezing, pain in other parts of the body, including the arm, jaw, neck, back and stomach, lightheadedness, sweating, shortness of breath and feeling sick.

Both Fearne Cotton and Jesse Wood appear to be in happy relationships after their split was announced in December last year after 10 years of marriage.

Fearne Cotton’s ex Jesse Wood has been spotted on a romantic stroll with girlfriend Gemma Gregory in West London this week. The musician, 48, and the former Made in Chelsea star, 39, looked happier than ever as they stepped out together.

Jesse dressed down in a black bomber jacket, black t-shirt and khaki trousers, with some matching black trainers. He accessorised with a chain around his neck and silver rings and was pictured holding a water bottle and his phone in his hands, as seen in pictures obtained by MailOnline.

Meanwhile, Gemma looked stunning in a white frilly Summer dress and a pair of colourful blue and red wedge-style heels. She brought the look together with gold jewellery and a pair on sunglasses, which she wore on her dress. The couple were all smiles as they enjoyed a laugh during their outing together.

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The pair went public with their relationship back in April and things seem like their going from strength to strength. Jesse and Fearne, 43, announced their shock split in December after 10 years of marriage.

She said that their priority is to look after their children, son Rex, 12, and daughter Honey, nine. The statement read: “It is with a heavy heart that I let you all know that Jesse and I are ending our marriage. Our priority has been, and always will be, our children. We please ask that you respect the privacy of our family at this time.”

Jesse isn’t the only one who has moved on as Fearne is in a relationship with Rivals director Elliot Hegarty, 53. The two were first spotted enjoying a passionate kiss while in Soho in February.

A source told The Sun at the time: “Fearne and Elliot have known each other for a while. When their marriages ended their friendship developed into romance.

“They have been seeing each other since January. Her split with Jesse was incredibly difficult but Elliot seems to make her incredibly happy. Fearne is now introducing Elliot to friends and they’re pleased to see her smiling again.”

Fearne and Elliot were spotted again in July after arriving in Mallorca for a romantic holiday. The loved-up pair were seen locking lips in baggage reclaim at Palma airport.

The presenter recently admitted to feeling the pressure of trying to raise her kids while juggling her media career. Speaking to the Women’s Health magazine’s new podcast, Just As Well, she revealed she felt as though she was “dropping a lot of balls” and struggling to do anything “particularly well”.

She added: “I had nothing the kids liked for breakfast on Monday, nothing. I had cereal, but no milk. I had butter, but no bread. I tried to make pancakes, I had no maple syrup. It is like an absolute s**t show.

“So I’m just dropping lots of balls constantly and never feeling like I’m doing anything particularly well. But enjoying most of it. I would say enjoying most of it.”