BBC Morning Live star supported by fans after sharing 'emotional' update
The 41-year-old shared a birthday photograph with fans, explaining how this year's milestone looked rather different from previous celebrations.
The BBC presenter, famous for fronting Morning Live - currently enjoying its summer hiatus - is awaiting her first child with husband Benjamin Ryan.
Standing before a mirror displaying her growing bump, Michelle wrote alongside the image: "Slightly different birthday to last year. Today I'll mostly be sleeping in between wearing ice packs for my migraines and eating ginger for the continued sickness [sic]
"It's been quite the pregnancy journey so far.....all kinds of emotions every single day....anxiety, joy, overwhelm. Mostly, I'm just amazed at what the human body can do. I still can't believe I'll be welcoming a baby girl in a couple of months' time."
Michelle's followers quickly responded to the photograph, with numerous fans offering the BBC personality their encouragement and birthday greetings, reports Wales Online.
One supporter wrote: "Happy birthday! Sorry that you're having bad migraines. Hope you're ok and manage to have a lovely birthday xx"
Another added: "Happy Birthday. Sorry to hear you're having migraines; they're so debilitating. Sleep is definitely your best medicine xx"
Another fan commented: "Looking fab! Happy birthday [sic], exciting times to come x", while someone else shared their well-wishes: "HAPPY BIRTHDAY, MICHELLE. I hope you manage to have a lovely day, and just think how you'll have an extra guest at next year's celebration! How amazing is that[sic]!!"
Earlier this year, Michelle joyfully announced her pregnancy, following her candid discussions about struggling with fertility issues.
In a heartfelt interview, Michelle disclosed she was expecting a girl, referring to her as a "miracle."
Taking to Instagram to share her journey with her followers, Michelle expressed: "I wanted to share, though, as my journey with endometriosis and infertility is something I finally felt confident to start speaking about more openly last year - realising how many other women were going through similar experiences.
"Feeling part of a community - especially when it comes to women's health can really make a difference."
Michelle also touched on the emotional challenges she faced, stating: "Even at the very start of this year, I was gearing up for yet another endo procedure and trying to come to terms with the mental and physical impact they can have. It has been quite the emotional rollercoaster."
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