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The Sun
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Ferne McCann ‘lets slip' THIRD pregnancy news saying ‘I'm not done yet' with having kids
FERNE McCann wants even more kids as she reveals she might have a third baby. The mum-of-two was asked about her family plans after opening up on experiencing some postnatal depression during an appearance on the Dr Louise Newson podcast. 4 4 4 "You said you've got two children and you're stopping, I said that when I was 35 and on my 40th birthday I found out I was pregnant," Dr Louise began in her question to Ferne. "So what's your focus? What are you up to?" she asked Ferne. The reality TV star said: "My sensible head is like 'no more babies,' but I don't feel done. "I've got my two girlies, [and] am I done? I don't know." Ferne, 34, revealed she was starting her own podcast called, Every Cloud, after ending her reality show last year so she could focus on "other passions." The TV star rose to fame on The Only Way Is Essex in 2013 and quit the show in 2016. Ferne is a mother to two daughters: Sunday, who was born in 2017 with her ex-boyfriend, Arthur Collins, and Finty, who was born in 2023 with her fiancé, Lorri Haines. Lorri also has a son with a former partner. She was recently mum-shamed after sharing a photo of feeding her 20-month old daughter to Instagram. In the picture, Finty is feeding while Ferne kissing her child lovingly on the top of her head as they sit on the sofa. Ferne McCann twirls around in green bikini on holiday and tells fans she has 'sagging boobs and cellulite' Alongside the snap, the star wrote: 'Haven't posted about my breastfeeding journey in a while, but I still get a lot of people asking if I'm still doing it. 'In complete honesty, I've been a bit nervous to share about it lately. Even though I'm such a big advocate for breastfeeding, the truth is, I've been afraid of what people might think or say now that Finty is 20 months old.' 'I'm sharing this because if you're like me and still feeding, and you're feeling pressure to stop or wondering if it's 'not the norm' to breastfeed past one, I just want you to know…there are plenty of mums still doing it. Keep going, mamma,' she added. What is postnatal depression? Postnatal depression is a type of depression that affects parents after they have a baby. The major depression is triggered by childbirth but is much more severe than just the "baby blues". It can also occur following a miscarriage or stillbirth of a baby. Many women can feel emotional and anxious after the birth of their child, commonly referred to as the 'baby blues', this will only last for a few weeks after giving birth. If these symptoms start to last longer the NHS advises that you could be suffering with postnatal depression. The symptoms include but are not limited to: a persistent feeling of sadness, lack of enjoyment and loss of interest in the outside world, as well as your baby, and a lack of energy. These signs can build up gradually so a lot of people don't immediately identify that they have postnatal depression. A number of celebrity mums have opened up about suffering from postnatal depression following giving birth. Singer Adele has said that after the birth of her son Angelo she felt 'inadequate' and embarrassed to talk about how she was feeling. John Legend's wife and model Chrissy Teigen revealed she was diagnosed with postnatal depression in December after going into a downward spiral following the birth of her daughter Luna. Gwyneth Paltrow explained she was dogged by postnatal depression after son Moses was born in 2006. Loose Woman Stacey Solomon said she suffered from depression after the birth of her first son Zachary when she was just 18 years old. While her co-host Andrea McLean has also talked about the condition on the programme. Another famous face to talk about her experience is WAG Rebekah Vardy after she gave birth to son Finley with footballer husband Jamie Vardy. Kate Middleton visited Maurice Wohl Clinical Neuroscience Institute at King's College London to discuss postpartum depression with experts. After speaking to scientists, the Duchess reflected on the day; although she has never explicitly claimed to have suffered with it, she said: "There's an expectation you're going to be super happy all the time, and one in four of us aren't." Melanie Hughes, former Miss Wales and Corrie actress tragically passed away in October 2017 due to her heavy drinking, linked to her post natal depression. While she was praised for her open and honest discussion about motherhood, with some calling her a 'rockstar' and others praising her for 'going at her child's pace'. However, others were quick to criticise her, stating her daughter was 'too old' to still be latched on. The NHS says the amount of time a baby is breastfed relies entirely on the it and the mother. It recommends exclusive breastfeeding (breast milk only) for around the first six months of a baby's life, at which point it is ideal to start introducing solid foods. "You and your baby can carry on enjoying the benefits of breastfeeding for as long as you like," the NHS recommends. "Breastfeeding into your baby's 2nd year or beyond, alongside other foods, is ideal." 4
Daily Mail
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Ferne McCann reveals she experienced suicidal thoughts during depression battle that began while she was filming The Only Way Is Essex
Ferne McCann has revealed she had suicidal thoughts during the darkest periods of her depression - and claims her mental health battle began while filming The Only Way Is Essex. The reality star, 34, became a household name when she joined TOWIE in 2013 thanks to her larger-than-life personality and fiery on-screen showdowns. But behind the glamorous facade, Ferne says she was deeply unhappy - admitting she often cried after filming and felt overwhelmed by the demands of reality TV fame. 'I was depressed on that show,' she says. 'I was showing up as this real bitchy character, when that wasn't me. I don't like confrontation. 'I was pretending and getting amongst it to get the airtime because I wanted that fame... but I was so down. I would literally just cry.' Speaking live at a Trouble Club talk in North London on Wednesday night, she continued: 'It was savage. It was intense. It was really hard.' Ferne, who shares seven-year-old daughter Sunday with her ex, jailed acid attacker Arthur Collins, and 22-month-old daughter Finty with her fiancé Lorri Haines, sought help from the on-set mental health team - but was shocked when the suggested solution was medication, rather than stepping away from the show. 'I remember speaking to the team and the psych[iatrist] said, "Have you thought about antidepressants?" she recalled. 'Now, I'm not against them - there's a place for them - but for me, it was like, how is that the first thing?' She adds: 'There was a position called cast liaison and I was like, "These producers, there must have been a module," because I didn't go to university or anything like that. I was like, "there must have been a module where it was like the art of manipulation". 'Because I'd be like, "I'm not doing it. I'm ot going in that scene. I'm not saying that!" And they'd be like, "but you're so good at it." And they'd keep you in a room. It's not like that now on TOWIE.' Ferne left the show in 2016 after three tumultuous years, and later went on to appear in I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! where she won over the public by showing her true, softer side. But she admits the damage to her mental health had already been done - and it would take years of therapy to begin to heal. 'I've had seven years of therapy now,' she said. 'I found myself in a really dark place - very, very low and dealing with anxiety... and having suicidal thoughts at one stage in my life.' Ferne's experience on TOWIE also coincided with the explosive rise of Twitter, now X, meaning trolling and public judgement were inescapable. 'People had opinions on how I looked, how I spoke, how I behaved,' she said. 'It was like overnight success that I really struggled with' 'People had opinions on how I looked, how I spoke, how I behaved,' she said. 'It was like overnight success that I really struggled with. 'That was when trolling really started. That was when I started to struggle with my mental health.' Today, Ferne says she feels very different in her approach to life - calmer, more grounded, and determined to use her platform for good. 'I did have a breakdown, but I needed it,' she says. '[Therapy] was the best decision that I've ever ever ever made because now I feel like a changed person. I'm so different in the way I approach and handle tough times, good times. 'I've calmed and instead of reacting, I respond and I really take my time and I feel very grateful for going through those really dark moments to then go and meet with a therapist and now get to where I am today. I've been on a real healing journey. 'Healing isn't linear, and s***'s gonna happen, but I can't imagine my life without the really tough times because it's shaped who I am.' After stepping back from reality TV and ending her long-running ITVBe series First Time Mum last year after 13 seasons, Ferne is now focusing on helping others. WHAT IS DEPRESSION? While it is normal to feel down from time to time, people with depression may feel persistently unhappy for weeks or months on end. Depression can affect anyone at any age and is fairly common – approximately one in ten people are likely to experience it at some point in their life. Depression is a genuine health condition which people cannot just ignore or 'snap out of it'. Symptoms and effects vary, but can include constantly feeling upset or hopeless, or losing interest in things you used to enjoy. It can also cause physical symptoms such as problems sleeping, tiredness, having a low appetite or sex drive, and even feeling physical pain. In extreme cases it can lead to suicidal thoughts. Traumatic events can trigger it, and people with a family history may be more at risk. It is important to see a doctor if you think you or someone you know has depression, as it can be managed with lifestyle changes, therapy or medication. 'We're about to launch a podcast which I'm really excited about,' she said. 'I don't want to give away the name because that sort of spoils the launch, but it's based on mental health and what I've been through.' She added she now takes each day as it comes. 'Everyone asks me, am I going to have more kids? I am really looking forward to just focusing on my passions.' Her passions still include reality TV. 'I'd love to do Strictly - I'm such a fan of the show. We sit down and watch it as a family,' she admits. 'I love the Masked Singer as well. You could almost just hide behind this massive costume and just give a good old karaoke session.' As for her advice to others on their mental health journey, she says: 'Be true to who you are and surround yourself with people that genuinely care about you. 'Therapy has played a massive part in my mental health journey and meditation - sitting in stillness and prayer and just being able to connect with yourself. I think you find that through being with yourself.' If you are suffering from depression, call Samaritans free on 116 123.
