Made in Chelsea star Jamie Laing has humorously addressed his changing physique in a new Instagram video, just weeks after facing significant online 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 so-called 'dad bod'.
From 'Superwoman' Backlash to 'Dad Bod' Banter
This latest post comes after Jamie sparked a backlash in December 2025. He had shared a post praising Sophie for creating a 'magical Christmas' just three weeks after giving birth to their son, Ziggy. Fans and followers were quick to criticise the post, calling it 'insensitive' and accusing it of setting 'unrealistic expectations' for other new mothers who may not have the same resources or support network.
Many pointed out that the post represented a 'typical IG moment', showcasing only the best parts of the day and not the reality of postpartum recovery. Comments flooded in, with one user stating it was 'not normal' and was 'sadly only about people pleasing and not prioritising healing'. Others questioned whether the couple had hired outside help from caterers or professionals.
A Lighter Take on Parenting Realities
In the new video, posted on Monday, Jamie is seen holding his baby son with a caption that reads: 'I missed how my body looked before you.' The camera then cuts to his wife, Sophie, who appears unimpressed, with on-screen text quoting her saying: '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 his previous, more heavily criticised content. Following the earlier backlash, Jamie had already taken steps to acknowledge the challenges of new motherhood. He shared another clip of himself doing squats while holding Ziggy, penning: 'First rule since becoming a dad: Accepting that no matter how tired you are, you're definitely never as tired as your wife.'
Public Reaction and a New Chapter
That more reflective post was met with widespread approval, particularly from mothers who agreed with his sentiment. Responses praised him for his understanding, with comments like '100% not as tired' and 'She’s the one healing from pregnancy + birth at the same time as looking after a baby'.
Jamie and Sophie, who announced Ziggy's birth on December 4, 2025 with sweet hospital snaps, appear to be navigating the public side of parenthood with a mix of humour and growing awareness. While Jamie continues to share proud snaps of his life as a new father, his recent posts suggest a learning curve in how their experiences are portrayed online to a mass audience.
