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Who says you can't have a fancy afternoon tea for Mother's Day at home?

This white chocolate and raspberry scone recipe will pair perfectly with some teeny finger sandwiches and little sweet treats – dress it all up with nice kitchenware and viola! You could give even the fanciest hotel's afternoon tea a run for its money!

juice in cup on saucer beside bowl

You'll need:

Ingredients:

200g fresh, washed raspberries

150g cold butter (grated)

3 eggs

300g all purpose flour

1tsp baking powder

1/2tsp salt

150g caster sugar

150g white chocolate chips

3-4 drops almond essence

80ml heavy cream

100g almond flakes

Raspberry jam

Preheat up your oven to 200 degrees Celsius. 

Pour dry ingredients (flour, salt, sugar, baking powder) into a large bowl and mix together.

Calm senior woman and teenage girl in casual clothes looking at each other and talking while eating cookies and cooking pastry in contemporary kitchen at home

Grate your butter and add it to the mixture with your hands, ensuring they're washed and clean. Continuously press the butter into the dry ingredients to mix them 

Next, mix all your wet ingredients into a large bowl together. That's 2 of your eggs, the almond essence and heavy cream, stirring til combined. 

Then add the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry mixture and stir until well combined. It should form a thick, non-liquid dough.

Add in your raspberries and chocolate chips and mix them into the dough.

Line a baking tray with parchment paper. 

Dust your clean countertop with flour and start to knead your dough. 

Using a glass or a cutter, cut out portions of dough into circles and place them on the lined baking tray.

Whisk the remaining egg in a cup or bowl and brush over the scones before putting them into the over for 7-8 minutes. Take them out, sprinkle the flakes almonds over the top and then put them back in the oven for a further 5 minutes or until golden. 

Serve with raspberry jam and the remaining cream, whipped. 

coffee pot beside bread on plate and teapot on table

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Depending on what life stage you’re at, Mother’s Day will mean different things to different people. 

For some, it’s a time to spend time with you’re little ones, celebrating mum-hood. For others, time away from the kids might be exactly what you need.

If you're a grandparent, you may have a whole extended family to celebrate with you. If you are a new mum, you may think about establishing key Mother's Day traditions like lie-ins and breakfast in bed- so you can make sure they STICK.

Though we all have ways of marking the day, there’s one thing we all seek: Appreciation. Recognition. The nod that acknowledges that you are doing your best at a VERY difficult job. The world has become more vocal about the difficulties of being a mum. The emotional turmoil mixed with sheer joy is the tip of the iceberg- and we all know it at this stage…

But what if you don’t look like a mum? What if people’s eyes widen in disbelief when you mention you’re rushing home to make the school run or that the reason you look like a zombie is that you were up all night feeding a teething baby? 

When you’re a younger mum, recognition may not come as frequently. Many assume that your little surprise is being raised by a granny or by a more capable family member. That you couldn’t possibly put in the same hours of housework, or parenting or even work-work as those who had their lives 'sorted' before raising a family.

Us young uns’ tend to feel like we need to prove ourselves to others. To show we are 'able', even though our childhood ended only yesterday.

We may not have the same financial resources, living space or lifestyle to be 'in' with the mum-crew from our kid's school. Many of us have lost the friends we had before we became parents because our lives took off at a different speed and in the opposite direction.

We have few people to vent to or to share struggles with. Though all mums feel the sting of isolation, being on the very young end of mum-hood means the risk is even greater.

Many teen mamas spend their pregnancies hiding from the world, feeling like they have disappointed those they love as well as society as a whole. Many do the entire messy thing alone.

They forfeit opportunities, face stigma and battle the loneliness, with only a baby to confide in. 

So this Sunday, I wish to give the nod to the babies with babies of the world who are unfamiliar with appreciation. Those for whom moments of mummy-recognition have been few and far between. Whose decision to be a parent has been met with anything other than a smile.

We see you.

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By Anne Jones, international spiritual healer and author of How to Heal

 

The things people look for in a partner can vary. Looks are important to some, but not to others. Many enjoy a sense of humour, while others dread the idea of a non-stop joke machine. Shared interests are required by some, others look for polar opposites. However, while the qualities we seek can differ, one thing we should all aim for is a positive relationship.

Our happiness levels are affected by whether our relationships are positive and uplifting or toxic and depressing. At least fifty percent of my work as a spiritual healer is to help people improve the vibrations of their closest connections. I help clients to release the yearning for lost love, to heal current associations and to be open to finding a new partner.

The people who are closest to you, who spend the most time with you, are connected to you by energy cords. Your thoughts are energy streams and constant thoughts create links to the people you spend time with. When a relationship is loving, then the cord that connects you will be vibrant and strong with love flowing constantly (apart from the odd tiff!). However, if someone is too demanding, needy or overwhelming, they will be stealing your energy and the cord between you will be heavy and toxic.

If you are struggling to find a loving partner, there can be a number of reasons for this. If you have been badly hurt and abused in a previous relationship you will need to heal the wounds and imprints to your heart. You will also need to bring down any barriers you have put up yourself. The healing you need will depend on the intensity of the pain of the breakup and is best helped by a therapist.

However, to get you started, there are some basics steps you can take that will help you free yourself and clear barriers to new love. But before we get to that, let us consider some of the situations that can occur with people you share time with or who are constantly in touch with you. If any of these resonate with you, consider dealing with them before setting your sights on a new partner.

Hooks

If a relationship is out of balance and the other person clings to you with hooks and takes a ride on your vibrancy and enthusiasm for life, they will drain your energy. You will be exhausted after spending time with them.

Negative thinking and depressed

If you spend time with a pessimistic, depressed, or miserable person you can be affected by their heavy energy and their negative thought forms of worry, concern and depression will bring down the vibration of your own energy.

Controller

If someone close tries to manipulate or control you by bullying or making you feel guilty then you will lose your self-esteem, lose your confidence, believe what they tell you and become programmed by their sense of superiority or their demands.

Angry or emotional

A person who allows their emotions to boil over easily will make you feel insecure. When you are the target of someone’s irrational and emotive venting, you will become weaker in yourself, unable to make decisions, vulnerable and low spirited.

What can you do?

The connections between you and other people are energy streams created by your thoughts. If you want to change the status of your relationship you need to start with an intention to transform the energy that flows between you. Forgiving and opening a positive dialogue can help and you can shift the energy between you by channelling positive vibrations into the link, the cord, that flows between you.

Here are several ways you can manage the health and positivity of your relationships at home and work.

Clearing the toxic energies that flow between you and someone in your life

The cords that connect you to people you know well are created by your thoughts and the energy vibrations are affected by the emotions attached to those thoughts. So, if you are angry with someone then a stream of heavy energy will reach them and affect the way they feel. Your cord to them and their cord to you are intertwined by your association so anything they feel will flow through to you.

Here are simple steps that can help clear the toxic energy that flows between you and someone close and can also release you from their controlling or manipulative attitudes and behaviour:

1. Write the name of the person involved on a piece of paper

2. Hold the intention to clear the air between you – to let bygones be bygones and to forgive

3. If the person controls or dominates you, your intention is to set yourself free

4. Cut a length of thread to represent the cord that connects you

5. Release the negative energy in the cord by saying: “I send love and forgiveness to clear the cord between [name] and myself. I set myself free, now right now, right now.” And break the cord or cut with scissors

6. Complete by sending healing into the cord. You can use Reiki or this symbol (below) which will invoke light and healing energy streams that flow through your hands. Draw the symbol, with your hands, three times in the air then place your hands on the name of the person.

Prevent your energy from being zapped

Protection is the best option when dealing with the negative fall-out of other people’s issues. By protecting and sealing your energy field you can prevent yourself from being overwhelmed by another person’s negativity. Whenever I work alongside other people, I do what humans have always done when they are attacked – I create a castle!  Here your intention is to imagine a fortress that is a barrier to heavy and negative energies that can invade and contaminate your own energy. It is highly effective!

1. Visualise a castle, one you create to your taste. Here is an example.

2. Visualise it having extremely thick walls and say: “My energy is sealed and protected now, right now, right now, only positive energy and love can enter.”

Other protective measures include pulling down a garage door when someone starts to vent their anger or frustration at you, ideal if you work with the public. Another is to visualise a large egg with thick walls that repel negative thoughts – they bounce off the outside layer. Any of these rituals will put you back in control and prevent other people’s emotions from disturbing or stealing your life force and vitality.

If a person is depending on you or leans too heavily, they will become a burden, and this will tire you. Burdens sit on your shoulders like boulders. Every day imagine sweeping these heavy burdens of dependency from your shoulders.

A fresh start – out with the old and in with the new

With any of these issues dealt with, you can now turn your attention to attracting a loving partner. You will need to clear any old cords that may still be attaching you to past love. If someone leaves you, they will take their cord, but you may still be attached as you yearn for your lost love. Now is the time to cut yourself free – ready for new love. Do it now, get out the scissors. Take a thread and cut it, set yourself free right now.

You may be tied to someone by a vow or promise – as in a marriage ceremony or even the words you say “I will be yours for ever and ever” – wonderful if you are still together but not so good if that person is long out of your life. Release any redundant vows by saying: “I clear and release myself from all vows and contracts I wish to dissolve, now, right now, right now.”

Open your heart

You may have closed your heart deliberately when hurt by rejection. So set your intention to be open to love by placing your hands together in front of your heart centre (in the middle of your chest), these are now the doors to your heart. Open them slowly and deliberately three times and say: “I open my heart to receive love, now, right now, right now.” Now use the healing symbol (above) to receive healing for heartache and grief. Draw the symbol, with your hands, three times in the air then place your hands on your chest.

As Han Suyin wrote, love is a many splendoured thing. It can come easily, other times less so, but even the best of relationships need some work. The more work you can put into yourself, the easier all of your relationships should be. You can find more healing symbols and exercises in my book How to Heal and on my website: www.annejones.org.

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It’s St. Patrick’s Day tomorrow, which means that an extra day is being added onto our weekend. How lovely!

If you’re not in a celebratory mood and fancy spending the weekend snuggled up on the sofa, then why not pick out a film or two to watch?

If you need some movie inspiration, some of our favourite telly channels are showing some brilliant films this weekend! 

Whether you’re looking for a classic rom-com or a hard-hitting drama, we guarantee that there’s something for everyone on the small screen over the next few days.

Check out our top picks below:

Manchester by the Sea (RTÉ2, Friday at 10pm)

This Oscar-nominated drama stars Casey Affleck as Lee, who reluctantly returns to Manchester-by-the-Sea following the sudden death of his brother. Lee is assigned to be the sole guardian of his 15-year-old nephew Patrick. Back once again in his coastal hometown, Lee must grapple with his newfound responsibilities, whilst also absorbing the grief that his brother has left behind.

Doctor Zhivago (BBC Two, Saturday at 1:15pm)

This classic from 1965 is set during the Russian Revolution and follows the story of physician Yuri Zhivago, who falls in love with beautiful Lara Guishar. The stars do not initially align for the pair, and Yuri ends up marrying his cousin Tonya. However, when he and Lara meet again years later, their spark reignites – but will they take a chance on love?

The Karate Kid (Channel 4, Saturday at 3:40pm)

One for all the family! Jackie Chan and a young Jaden Smith team up for this latest addition in the franchise. 12-year-old Dre Parker is struggling with being bullied at school by kung fu whizz Cheng. Dre doesn’t know how to stand up for himself in his new hometown, but when he befriends secret kung fu expert Mr Han, he soon learns a trick or two.

Five Feet Apart (RTÉ2, Saturday at 11:25pm)

This tale stars Cole Sprouse and Haley Lu Richardson as two teenage strangers who happen to both be battling cystic fibrosis. When the pair meet each other, it’s clear that there is a spark between them, but the restrictions of their medical conditions mean that they must always stay five feet apart from one another. As their mutual attraction begins to grow, are Stella and Will willing to risk their lives for love?

Legally Blonde (ITV2, Sunday at 7:05pm)

Reese Witherspoon plays Elle Woods, a fashionista blonde who gets her heart broken when her boyfriend Warner dumps her for Harvard Law School, claiming that she’s not ‘smart’ enough for his family’s approval. Determined to win him back, Elle manages to secure a spot at Harvard too – but does she have what it takes? And will Warner take her back?

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Prue Leith has been spilling all the details about the new series of Great Celebrity Bake Off!

The new series of the hit show, which is in aid of the charity Stand Up To Cancer, begins this weekend. Ahead of its premiere, judge Prue has been discussing her opinion of this year’s contestants.

Audiences will be able to see Friends star David Schwimmer entering the tent this year, and Prue has revealed that he surprised her in every way!

In a recent interview with The Mirror, the 83-year-old shared how excited the production team was to have David on board.

“Well, he must have been *the* most famous person we had in the tent. And I was very excited about it,” she teased. 

Prue further revealed that she initially expected David to act like his character Ross Geller from the popular sitcom. “What I was surprised about, though, was I thought he’d behave like he behaved as Ross, he’d be like he was in Friends, but he was actually very concentrated and didn’t want to talk to anybody,” she explained.

Credit: NBC

The baking judge went on to say that David was extremely competitive in the tent. "He just wanted to get on baking and he badly wanted to win. He loosened up after a while,” she exclaimed.

Without giving too much away, Prue added that she was surprised by David’s baking skills. “I had no expectations for him at all on the food front and so I was very, very impressed. I think his daughter – who is a Bake Off fan and a vegan – influences him a lot,” she joked.

“He turned out to be much more [knowledgeable] about food than I thought he would be. He was great,” Prue praised.

Credit: Channel 4

Earlier this week, David explained his personal reasons for wanting to take part in the charity special. “I lost a grandmother to cancer, my daughter lost a grandmother to cancer and my sister is a cancer survivor, so it’s important to me,” he detailed. “I am just grateful I can help in any small way raise more awareness.

But will he be crowned Star Baker? Viewers will have to tune in to Channel 4 this Sunday at 7:45pm to find out!

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Stacey Solomon has shared a realistic insight into mum-life as she struggled with a wardrobe mishap earlier today while taking her daughter to music class.

Stacey shared an insight into her experience taking Rose to the toddler group where she had a great time, but revealed she didn’t think her outfit through when it comes to breastfeeding her newborn Belle.

Posting a photo of Belle at her music class looking adorable as she was dressed in a shower cap with bells around her ankles, Stacey revealed her tot had a brilliant time.

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The Tap to Tidy author wrote, “Just took Rose & Belle to a little toddler music class… she LOVED it”.

“I was late so I'm going to try and make it on time next week because bells, bubbles, shower caps & music is Rose’s vibe”.

“She didn't want to take her shower cap off all the bells! I might get her some ankle bells so I know where she is around the house”, Stacey joked.

It was after the class that the Loose Women panellist realised her wardrobe mistake. Stacey revealed that as she was getting ready this morning, she decided to wear a gorgeous green jumper dress- the only issue is, she explained, is that she can’t breastfeed in it. 

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She shared a video of herself sitting in her car and explained, “I’m sat outside toddler dancing class naked from the boob down because you can’t breastfeed in a jumper dress”.

“I don’t know what I was thinking when I got ready this morning”, she giggled.

Stacey continued, “I just put it on and I thought, ‘You look really good’, and Belle won’t wait until we get home because she was already losing it when we got in the car”.

“So I thought I’m just going to have to feed her and hope none of the mums come over and look in because the top half, I look fine, I can wave from a distance”.

“But if they look down, all they’ll see is my hairy legs under the steering wheel”, she said through laughter. 

The mum-of-five added, “Lucky Joe met us for music class so he’s outside on lookout duty”, followed by a laughing emoji.

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Davina McCall has announced she will be hosting a new ITV dating show for single parents with grown up children to help them find love. 

The show is being specifically designed to help older people who ‘have lived a life’ and have a child over the age of 18 to find a partner. 

The former Big Brother presenter also revealed that they are still casting for people to take part so if you or someone you know likes the sound of the show, you can still sign up on the ITV website!

Sharing the exciting news to her 1.6M Instagram followers, Davina explained, “Omg.. i manifested and it came true !! I’ll be hosting a brand NEW grown up dating series for ITV1!!”.

“This is a show for single parents who have lived a life , have stories to tell about their dating pasts and deserve another chance at love and I’m gonna help you. It will all take place in the most romantic countryside location!!”.

“We are still casting so if u want my help finding love and u have a child who is over 18 , what are you waiting for ??? ( particularly u eligible men .. where are you ?!)”. The 55-year-old added, “It’s going to be AMAZING”.

Many of Davina’s fans rushed to the comments to share how excited they were for the show to air and to congratulate her on making her idea come to life.

Credit: ITV

“YES!!!! So happy this has happened”, penned one of her fans, while a second said, “I’ll definitely be watching”.

“Oh my god, you really are a power house. I was listening to you talking to Steven Bartlett about this thinking what a good idea. Your such an inspiration. Go get em Davina and huge Congratulations”, wrote another fan. A fourth added, “Eeek can’t wait for this x”.

At the beginning of the year, ITV announced that the show will be taking place, and revealed it will be called The Romance Retreat. 

They described it as, “The ONLY dating show where single parents can search for love, by spending time in a luxury retreat, where all the parents have been nominated by their grown up children”.

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Tomorrow is St. Patrick’s Day, and ahead of the highly-anticipated festivities around the country, Gardaí have released some incredibly important advice on how to keep yourself and your loved ones safe during the celebrations.

Earlier today, Gardaí shared their top tips on how to safely celebrate St. Patrick’s Day this weekend, regardless of where you are in the country or what you will be doing.

So, have a read through these crucial pieces of advice, and have a wonderful St. Patrick’s Day:

If you are attending any St. Patrick’s Day parade around the country:

• Plan your journey in advance.

• Select the area that you want to view the parade before you travel.

• Arrive early.

• Keep your children under close supervision. If you children are old enough, get them to memorise the phone numbers of their guardians in case they accidentally get separated.

• Look after your personal belongings.

If you are attending the National Parade in Dublin:

• Please use public transport when travelling around the city.

• The National Transport Authority (NTA) in association with all public transport providers have developed a public transport network for the day and can be found here.

• If you live outside the M50, try to leave your car outside the M50 zone.

• If you live inside the M50 zone on the Southside, aim to leave your car outside the Grand Canal zone and if you live on the Northside, aim to leave your car outside the North Circular Road zone. The parade route is accessible by public transport, or by walking from these areas.

• Please follow signage and all directions from Stewards and Gardaí.

If you are commuting in the city centre:

• There will be road closures and traffic restrictions in Dublin City Centre from early tomorrow morning, March 17.

• Plan your journey in advance if you need to travel through Dublin City Centre tomorrow morning. 

• Road closure and reopening will be staggered depending on the location.

Advice for personal safety:

If you are socialising over this bank holiday festivity weekend, plan your night out in advance!

• Drink alcohol responsibly.

• Never drink and drive, no matter what time of day it is.

• Tell someone where you’re going and when you’ll be back.

• Don’t let your friends or family walk home alone.

• If you have to, walk in well lit areas and make sure you can be seen by passing traffic (such as wearing reflective gear or carrying a torch).

• Keep valuable items (such as your handbag, phone or tablet) safe in crowded places

• Watch out for pickpockets in crowded areas – keep handbags zipped and don’t put your wallet in your back pocket. 

• In bars and restaurants, take care about where you store coats and handbags.

• Park and lock your car in secure, well lit areas. Keep valuables including bags and coats hidden.

We hope you have an amazing St. Patrick’s Day!

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St. Patrick’s Day is already upon us and it falls perfectly in line with the Late Late Show this week. 

A great way to wind down after the St. Patrick’s Day festivities is to put your feet up and tune into Ryan Tubridy with his host of Irish celebrities that are joining him on the couch. 

In a monumental week for the Irish,  An Irish Goodbye Oscar winners Ross Lewis and James Martin will join Ryan to chat about their stellar win. They chat about what life has been like since picking up the award for Live Action Short Film and being serenaded by the audience in their acceptance speech.

Liam Neeson celebrates his 100th movie Marlowe on Sky Cinema and talks about his favourite movie roles, Steven Spielberg, his Derry Girls cameo, why he never took on the role of James Bond and his love for Ballymena.

As we prepare for Ireland’s Six Nations match against England this weekend, three Grand Slam winners Jamie Heaslip, Fiona Coghlan and Dan Leavy will be on the show to deliver their verdict on the game and if they think Ireland has what it takes to go all the way.

As fans prepare for the return of Kin this Sunday night, Clare Dunne, Maria Doyle Kennedy, Sam Keeley and Yasmin Seky will be appearing on the couch with Ryan to lift the lid on what fans can expect from the new series of the hit show. 

Republic of Ireland soccer manager Vera Pauw and iconic Dallas star Patrick Duffy will be on the show after serving as the Grand Marshals for this year’s parade to continue the St Patrick’s Day celebrations.

Derry native Lisa McGee will be live in the studio to chat about creating one of the most talked about television moments of the year, the Derry Girls' Season 3 Finale. She’ll also be revealing what happens when everyone from Martin Scorsese to The Simpsons loves your show.

Father and daughter duo turned social media stars, Pádraig and Tara Howley will be talking about lilting in the 3Arena and will perform some of their favourite trad tunes.

As it’s St. Patrick’s Day, The Late Late Show will head to The Whistlin' Donkeys for some traditional Irish music and will sing Whiskey in the Jar. Plus, there will be many, many more songs, stories and surprises to celebrate the most Irish night of the year.

All of this and much more on the Late Late Show on RTE One, Friday, March 17 at 9.35pm.

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Ryan Tubridy has announced that he will be stepping down from presenting The Late Late Show this year.

The 49-year-old released a statement through RTÉ earlier this morning, confirming that he will be leaving at the end of the current series. He began the presenting gig in 2009, as the successor to Pat Kenny.

"It has been a privilege to host the national institution that is the Late Late Show for the last fourteen years. I want to thank the tremendous teams of producers, researchers, crew and executives who have done the hard work to keep the show on the road over the years. Many have become dear friends,” Ryan began in his lengthy statement.

“Also, to the viewers, I am so grateful for the loyalty you have shown to the Late Late Show, week in, week out. Not only did you raise 30 million euros for Irish charities including over 15 million euros for children's charities all over the island that are particularly close to my heart, but you showed incredible generosity of spirit for which I am profoundly grateful,” he praised, referring to the donations through the annual Toy Show appeal.

“And finally, to my family who stood by me every day of every week, year in, year out. To my daughters especially, they put up with so much and I am as grateful to them as I am awestruck by them,” he beamed.

Ryan also paid tribute to the beloved Toy Show. “I will especially miss the annual chaos of The Toy Show and while millions of viewers got to see the thousands of children who made it onto the live show, I saw lots more hopeful singers, messers, dancers and musicians at auditions throughout the country,” he teased. “Suffice to say, I am incredibly positive about and hopeful for the next generation and the contribution they will make to this country.”

For his final remarks, Ryan added: "I will continue on the radio show which I love and will talk about other projects in the future that will embrace my love of books, history and Ireland but that's for another day.  For now, we have exciting plans for the remaining shows this season. Stay tuned!"

It has been confirmed that Ryan’s final Late Late Show will take place on May 26. His successor will be announced in due course.

We wish him well!

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Shaughna Phillips has been celebrating her Love Island besties!

The former Islander, who took part in the show’s 2020 series, is in the early stages of labour as she prepares to welcome her first child.

As she continues to wait for her new bundle of joy to arrive, the 28-year-old has been reminiscing on her pregnancy, including her recent lavish baby shower.

Taking to Instagram last night, Shaughna decided to share a particular shoutout to two of her winter Love Island co-stars – her best friend Demi Jones, and the series’ winner Paige Turley.

Alongside two other wholesome photos from her baby shower, the mum-to-be shared an adorable snap of Paige, Shaughna and Demi embracing, as the two friends cradle Shaughna’s bump.

“Can’t wait for my baby to meet their glam aunties,” Shaughna penned lovingly in her caption.

Shaughna’s co-stars subsequently returned the love in the comments section of her post, with Paige responding with several heart hands emojis.

“I love you whole heartedly,” Demi replied.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

A post shared by Demi Jones (@demijones1)

The trio have been closely linked throughout Shaughna’s pregnancy. The former Love Island star even included Demi in the video montage of her pregnancy announcement in October of last year, as she revealed the moment that Demi burst into tears upon finding out the baby news.

Ten days ago, Shaughna teased that she had been told that she had entered the early stages of labour. Since then, her 1.4M followers have been waiting with bated breath for an update.

Yesterday, she took to her Instagram stories to share that her baby was progressing as planned.

“I’ve not updated you all because things were up in the air and I didn’t know what was happening myself, but I spent the night in hospital on Friday thinking I was going to be induced, but thankfully it wasn’t needed and I was able to come home and rest,” Shaughna wrote.

“I had a sweep on Sunday and I had one this morning as well and things are definitely moving along nicely! 10 days until my due date so let’s see if I last,” she joked.

We’re wishing Shaughna the best of luck!

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Love Island champions Kai and Sanam have returned home from the villa after being crowned winners of the winter series. 

The winning couple were met with crowds of support when they touched down in the UK and have thanked all of their fans for helping them make it all the way to the final. 

Sharing a video to Instagram of him and Sanam surrounded by a crowd of people at the airport, Kai said, “Thank you so much… we’re absolutely buzzing. It’s unreal to be back, we love it”. 

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Sanam chimed in to say, “We love you all”, as their family, friends and fans cheered them on in the background. 

Sanam also shared the same video on her Instagram Stories, and added a message that reads, “I’ve got so much love for every single person who voted and supported us!!!”.

“I can’t wait to meet more of you and give you all big hugs!!”, the 24-year-old social worker sweetly added. 

Kai then posted snaps of sweet moments throughout the couple’s time in the villa and thanked fans for their support before revealing the shock of winning the show ‘hasn’t sunk in yet’.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

A post shared by Kai Fagan (@kaifagan_)

“Thank you so much to everyone that’s shown their love and support towards us both, we honestly appreciate it so much and our hearts feel so warm!”, he started.

“It’s still not sunk in and don’t think it will for a while. I feel so grateful for the opportunity but most importantly of all I’m walking away with a girl that’s a dream and more”.

The 24-year-old teacher continued, “She’s humble, intelligent, caring, loving and so much more, I’m honestly so excited to start this journey on the outside with her, my real life Disney princess”.

“I have honestly fallen head over heels for her (if you can’t tell) and wanted to keep certain intimate things between us for the first time before we tell the world, just so we can saviour the moment more. This one is a big one for me and I mean this with my full heart”.

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