Former Strictly Come Dancing contestant and Made in Chelsea personality Jamie Laing has candidly shared his anxieties about becoming a father for the first time during an emotional appearance on ITV's This Morning.
Baby News and Candid Confessions
The 36-year-old, who announced he and his wife Sophie Habboo were expecting their first child in June via Instagram, appeared on the Monday, November 17 episode of the popular daytime show. Speaking with hosts Cat Deeley and Ben Shephard, Laing was promoting his new book, Boys Don't Cry, which details his previously hidden battle with bulimia.
He was joined for support by his best friend, Sam Thompson, with the pair's close bond becoming a central topic of conversation. Cat Deeley was quick to suggest that Sam would make a perfect babysitter, a notion that prompted laughter from the studio audience as Jamie quipped, "Do you think I'm going to leave my baby with him?"
Fears of Fatherhood Revealed
The conversation took a more serious turn when Ben Shephard highlighted that Jamie had written his book for his unborn child. When asked how he was feeling about the baby's arrival, Laing did not hold back.
"I'm really scared. It's so intense," he confessed. The reality TV star then shared a surprisingly practical concern, revealing he had just passed his driving test for the second time. He explained this was specifically to be able to drive his wife, Sophie, to the hospital, having previously lost his licence for speeding.
"You don't need a licence to have a baby, but you need a licence to drive a car," he remarked, summing up his pragmatic yet nervous preparation for parenthood.
A Surprise Gift for the Newborn
The interview concluded on a heartwarming note as the show's hosts, along with Sam Thompson, surprised Jamie with a gift for his unborn child. An excited Sam presented a white This Morning baby grow, telling his best friend, "You're one of the loveliest people I know... Enjoy this because I know it's going to be the first thing you put on."
Ben Shephard echoed the sentiment, calling Jamie "part of the family" and praising him for the courage shown in discussing his personal health struggles, which he believes will help many people.
Jamie Laing and Sophie Habboo, who began dating in 2019 and married in 2023, are eagerly awaiting the next chapter in their lives together, with Jamie's honest admission resonating with many expecting parents.
