Made in Chelsea star Jamie Laing has humorously addressed his changing physique in a new Instagram video, just weeks after facing a wave of criticism for a post about his wife, Sophie Habboo. The 37-year-old, who became a first-time father last month, shared a light-hearted clip poking fun at his 'dad bod' era.
From 'Superwoman' Backlash to 'Dad Bod' Banter
This latest post comes after Jamie sparked significant online backlash in December 2025. He had shared a post praising Sophie for creating a 'magical Christmas' merely three weeks after giving birth to their son, Ziggy. Many followers accused the reality TV personality of setting 'unrealistic expectations' for new mothers.
The post was flooded with critical comments. One user pointed out the insensitivity, stating it ignored the fact that not every new parent has the 'money, resources and support' to achieve such a picture-perfect holiday. Others labelled it a 'typical IG moment' that prioritised appearances over the vital healing process after childbirth.
A Lighter Take on Parental Life
In his new video, posted on Monday, Jamie is seen holding his newborn son with a caption that reads: 'I missed how my body looked before you.' The camera then cuts to his wife Sophie, who retorts: 'What you talking about, you're his Dad, get your a*s to the gym.' Jamie aptly captioned the entire post 'Dad bod era incoming.'
This humorous exchange marks a shift in tone from the earlier controversy. Following the criticism of his 'superwoman' post, Jamie had already taken steps to acknowledge the unique challenges faced by new mothers. He shared another clip of himself doing squats while holding Ziggy, writing: 'First rule since becoming a dad: Accepting that no matter how tired you are, you're definitely never as tired as your wife.'
That sentiment resonated strongly with his audience, particularly mothers who thanked him for the recognition. One replied, '100% not as tired. Not taking away from your own sleep deprivation but it's still not as much as hers,' while another noted, 'She’s the one healing from pregnancy + birth at the same time as looking after a baby.'
Navigating Parenthood in the Public Eye
Jamie and Sophie, who announced Ziggy's birth with sweet hospital snaps on December 4, 2025, continue to share snippets of their journey into parenthood. The recent 'dad bod' video suggests the couple are finding their footing in balancing honest moments with the curated nature of social media, using humour to connect with their followers over the universal and less-glamorous aspects of new parenthood.
