BBC Morning Live star says 'it feels real now' as she shares baby update

BBC Morning Live presenter Michelle Ackerleyhas been showered with lovely messages after posting a baby update.

The BBC favourite, 41, is expecting a little girl with husband Ben Ryan. She had previously revealed the thrilling news during a live broadcast on the BBC One programme.

Alongside co-presenter Gethin Jones at the time, Michelle thrilled that day's viewers by confirming her pregnancy, reports Wales Online.

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During the show, Gethin hinted that Michelle had some announcement to make, prompting her to reveal: "Yes, I am four months pregnant!" She added: "I still can't quite believe it myself really."

Gethin then mentioned how Michelle had told him that husband Ben had been an incredibly soothing influence during her pregnancy.

Now, the television personality has provided followers with an essential update as she gets ready to deliver very soon.

Michelle posted on her Instagram profile to share several photographs, making it obvious the host has got everything sorted and prepared to bring her first baby into the world.

Captioning the images, she penned: "Hospital bag packed, buggy assembled, car seat at the ready. It all feels very real now! Massive thanks to Marcelle and @mumandme_app for helping equip me with some great mum essentials."

Revealing a list of all the essentials she's gathered for the arrival of her baby, she said: "@cybex_global travel set comes with pram, stroller and car seat, @icklebubba Stella Rocker with three recline positions, @obabyuk Nika 2 piece room set - Oak, Cot bed that grows with your baby from new born to toddler and chest of drawers with baby changing station."

It wasn't long before the comments section was brimming with lovely messages from fans and celebrity pals.

Morning Live co-star Helen Skelton was quick to show her support, simply posting three raised hands emojis.

TV and radio presenter Gaby Roslin wrote: "So exciting. Sending you so much love." Strictly Come Dancing pro Neil Jones shared a red heart. "One fan commented: "Huge hugs!! It's so much easier when the baby's arrived and you're just in motion, doing all the things... sending so much love."

Another added: "You're all set for the arrival. Hope it all goes smoothly." A third exclaimed: "TOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO EXCITING!! You're meeting your girl soon. "Meanwhile, one follower said: "Awww this is just lovely and brings back memories. You are joining the best club in the world - the mummy club. Best of luck and wishing you a happy birth."

This comes after the star was recently rushed to hospital after coming off air from Morning Live as she takes leave from the show.

Updating her fans on Instagram about her health, the mum-to-be showed off her growing bare bump after being discharged. Alongside the photo, she wrote: "Well it's been quite the rollercoaster of a few days this end. Had such a lovely day back at work with the awesome @bbcmorninglive team last Monday.

"Then unfortunately ended up in hospital with labyrinthitis for the next 4 days. I don't know if anybody has had it before but it ain't ideal.

"I have to say the midwives at St Mary's Hospital in Manchester were amazing and kept me calm with all the anxieties of being ill whilst pregnant. Resting up and nesting up at home now.

"Michelle also shared that she is now on maternity leave from Morning Live following her hospital visit. She added: "I'll be back on @bbcmorninglive in the new year though with a new baby addition to add to the family."

Morning Live continues weekdays on BBC One from 9am.