Former Made In Chelsea stars Sophie Habboo and Jamie Laing have announced the arrival of their first child, a baby boy. The couple, who married in 2023, shared the joyful news on their Instagram accounts on Thursday, revealing their son's name is Ziggy.
A Heartfelt Announcement
Sophie Habboo, 30, and her husband Jamie Laing posted a joint message to social media to introduce their newborn. Jamie wrote a touching caption that read: 'Ziggy, you have our whole hearts.' The post featured two intimate photos: one of Jamie embracing Sophie as she cradled their son, and another solo shot of the new mother with her baby.
The couple's journey to parenthood is set to be featured in an upcoming Disney series that will follow their lives as new parents. Details of Sophie's pregnancy and the birth will likely form a central part of the show's narrative.
Firm Boundaries for Baby's Health
In the lead-up to the birth, Sophie was vocal about her strict rules for visitors, particularly concerning her newborn's health. Speaking on their 'Nearly Parents' podcast, the new mother expressed strong feelings about people kissing her baby.
'No one's f*****g kissing my baby,' Sophie stated emphatically. 'And I'm gonna say this on this podcast: If anyone comes and kisses my newborn baby, I will punch you in the face.'
She explained that the very idea of people passing germs to her infant caused her anxiety, saying it gave her 'sleepless nights.' Jamie humorously interjected during the podcast, recalling a misguided suggestion about building a baby's immune system by exposing them to dirt, which led to a funny exchange about putting a newborn in mud.
A Love Story Forged on Screen
Sophie and Jamie's relationship began in 2019 after they met on the E4 reality series Made In Chelsea. Their romance blossomed despite initial complications, as Sophie was previously friends with several of Jamie's ex-partners.
The couple celebrated their union with two weddings in 2023: an initial civil ceremony at Chelsea Town Hall, followed by a lavish celebration in Spain. Their famous friends and former co-stars, including Sam Thompson and Spencer Matthews, attended the festivities.
Interestingly, the pair turned down offers to film their weddings for a Made In Chelsea special. Jamie explained that he believed relationships had a better chance of thriving away from cameras, stating that reality TV could be 'tough on the soul.'
The pregnancy was announced in June 2024 with a sweet Instagram clip showing the couple during an ultrasound scan. The post was flooded with congratulations from celebrity friends like Molly-Mae Hague and Strictly's Dianne Buswell.
In an interview with The Times back in April, the couple opened up about their initial fears and excitement about starting a family. Jamie admitted he was once 'really scared about kids' but had a change of heart after reflecting on the joy of fatherhood. Both expressed a desire for a large family, with Jamie joking about wanting four children.
As they embark on this new chapter, Sophie Habboo and Jamie Laing are embracing parenthood with a mix of heartfelt devotion and their signature humour, setting clear boundaries to protect their precious new arrival, baby Ziggy.
