Rebecca Adlington said that she is “truly heartbroken” after losing her baby daughter.
The 34-year-old shared the news of her miscarriage on Instagram last night (Sunday, October 22) as she revealed her “angel” daughter’s name.
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Rebecca Adlington ‘truly heartbroken’ after losing baby daughter
Former Olympic swimmer Rebecca revealed last night that she has had a miscarriage. She announced the heartbreaking news in an Instagram post for her 115k followers to see.
“I don’t really have the words right now but unfortunately we went for our 20-week scan this week and they discovered no heartbeat,” she wrote.
“I gave birth to our angel, Harper, on Friday at 7pm. We held her, and had time with her. We will forever love and remember her always.”
She then went on to thank the staff at Wythenshawe Hospital. “Olivia, Rachel, Emma, and Keeley, your kindness and care throughout was simply incredible. And Andy, your selfless support, love and help is truly amazing. I couldn’t have survived without you,” she then wrote.
Rebecca opens up
The star then continued. “I don’t have the strength or the words right now and don’t feel ready to share this news.
“However, I can’t pretend to be ok or fake a smile. I can’t have people ask me how pregnancy is or when I’m due as I still look pregnant,” she then continued.
“I don’t have the strength to tell this news individually,” she then said. “We are so truly heartbroken. Our beautiful girl. Rest in peace.”
In the final slide, Rebecca wrote: “‘We have no right to ask when sorrow comes ‘why did this happen to me?!’ unless we ask the same question for every moment of happiness that comes our way’.
Rebecca is also mum to Albie and Summer. She announced her pregnancy with Harper back in September.
Celebs and fans send Rebecca Adlington their support
The comment section was full of support for the former I’m A Celebrity star.
“I’m so sorry. Thinking of you, your family and Harper x,” Myleene Klass commented. “So sorry to hear this Becky. Hope you and your family are all ok,” Olympian Max Whitlock wrote.
“So sorry Becky. It must feel impossible at the moment. Sending you love,” Dan Walker said. “I’m so sorry to hear this, my prayers are with you all,” Olympic swimmer Adam Peaty wrote.
“I’m so sorry [love heart emoji] Harper [love heart emoji],” Sophie Ellis Bextor commented. “I am so so so sorry for you Becky, sending you all of my love,” another follower said.
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