Neighbours star shares exciting baby news after a decade of silence
- Replies 0
At 45, one celebrity has just made a jaw-dropping announcement that has left fans and followers buzzing.
What seemed like a typical social media post quickly turned into a life-changing revelation, catching many off guard.
Now, as the details continue to unfold, there’s more to this surprise than meets the eye.
Madeleine West surprised fans with an unexpected announcement, revealing she was pregnant with her seventh child at the age of 45, ten years after her most recent birth.
The Neighbours star shared the news in a heartfelt post on social media, showcasing her growing baby bump in a tight tank top, lifting it to reveal her bare tummy.
'WHOOPS!' she captioned the post. 'Thought it was #perimenopause. I thought WRONG!'
She added, 'It's not too much Christmas pudding either. And I couldn't be happier.'
Madeleine also admitted, 'Not too sure about the title "Geriatric mum" but here we are, and I'm winding back a little to grow this little surprise package I've dubbed. (Baby number 7, couldn't help myself).'
Though ecstatic, Madeleine also addressed the challenges she faced.
She said: 'I don't have much more to say right now, but I've noticed I don't hear much about older parents. I know you must be out there. Just seems we are invisible.'
As she prepared for the arrival of her seventh child, the actress reached out to her followers for advice.
'So if you're expecting later than expected, and tackling early in your 40s or 50s, I'd LOVE to hear your stories,' she wrote.
Madeleine asked for tips on navigating the world of baby products, admitting: 'Like how the heck do you get all the #baby paraphernalia together again after you've given it all away????'
'There's a terrifying new world of contraptions out there and I don't know where to start!! HELP!!!'
Her announcement was met with an outpouring of support from fans.
'Wow congratulations!!!' one user commented.
Another wrote: 'Congrats to all
, exciting times for your brood too.'
Others praised her, with one saying: 'Holy hell woman! You look fabulous, congratulations.'
Madeleine shares six children with her ex-partner, celebrity chef Shannon Bennett. Their children are Phoenix, 19, Hendrix, 16, Xascha, 14, Xanthe, 12, and twins Xalia and Margaux, 10.
In 2018, Madeleine and Shannon split after 13 years together, with Madeleine later describing the separation process as having 'turned love toxic.'
Two years after the breakup, she relocated to Byron Bay to be closer to their children, purchasing a $4.6 million property overlooking Tallow Beach.
Madeleine was most recently linked to Maximo Bottaro, with whom she dated for over three years. However, the couple has not been seen together since December 2023.
She shared in 2023 that Maximo had been a key support during her struggles with mental health.
'I'm lucky to have someone who is evolved and compassionate enough to go on this journey with me without sugar-coating or trying to avoid the tough moments,' she shared.
Meanwhile, Madeleine’s legal battles continued, including a dispute with her ex-father-in-law, Benny Bennett, which resulted in an AVO being placed against her.
The magistrate described her as an 'evasive' and unreliable witness, while labelling her alleged behaviour towards Benny as 'verging on being aggressive.'
However, when Madeleine appealed the decision, the NSW District Court ruled in her favour, with Judge Jonathan Priestley stating the evidence against her was insufficient.
In early 2023, Madeleine also revealed she had been sexually abused from the age of five to ten, with her abuser, Peter Vincent White, pleading guilty to 33 charges of child sexual abuse involving seven children, including Madeleine.
How do you feel about older parents welcoming new additions? Have you had a similar experience, or perhaps know someone who has?
We’d love to hear your thoughts—drop a comment below!
What seemed like a typical social media post quickly turned into a life-changing revelation, catching many off guard.
Now, as the details continue to unfold, there’s more to this surprise than meets the eye.
Madeleine West surprised fans with an unexpected announcement, revealing she was pregnant with her seventh child at the age of 45, ten years after her most recent birth.
The Neighbours star shared the news in a heartfelt post on social media, showcasing her growing baby bump in a tight tank top, lifting it to reveal her bare tummy.
'WHOOPS!' she captioned the post. 'Thought it was #perimenopause. I thought WRONG!'
She added, 'It's not too much Christmas pudding either. And I couldn't be happier.'
Madeleine also admitted, 'Not too sure about the title "Geriatric mum" but here we are, and I'm winding back a little to grow this little surprise package I've dubbed. (Baby number 7, couldn't help myself).'
Though ecstatic, Madeleine also addressed the challenges she faced.
She said: 'I don't have much more to say right now, but I've noticed I don't hear much about older parents. I know you must be out there. Just seems we are invisible.'
As she prepared for the arrival of her seventh child, the actress reached out to her followers for advice.
'So if you're expecting later than expected, and tackling early in your 40s or 50s, I'd LOVE to hear your stories,' she wrote.
Madeleine asked for tips on navigating the world of baby products, admitting: 'Like how the heck do you get all the #baby paraphernalia together again after you've given it all away????'
'There's a terrifying new world of contraptions out there and I don't know where to start!! HELP!!!'
Her announcement was met with an outpouring of support from fans.
'Wow congratulations!!!' one user commented.
Another wrote: 'Congrats to all
, exciting times for your brood too.'Others praised her, with one saying: 'Holy hell woman! You look fabulous, congratulations.'
Madeleine shares six children with her ex-partner, celebrity chef Shannon Bennett. Their children are Phoenix, 19, Hendrix, 16, Xascha, 14, Xanthe, 12, and twins Xalia and Margaux, 10.
In 2018, Madeleine and Shannon split after 13 years together, with Madeleine later describing the separation process as having 'turned love toxic.'
Two years after the breakup, she relocated to Byron Bay to be closer to their children, purchasing a $4.6 million property overlooking Tallow Beach.
Madeleine was most recently linked to Maximo Bottaro, with whom she dated for over three years. However, the couple has not been seen together since December 2023.
She shared in 2023 that Maximo had been a key support during her struggles with mental health.
'I'm lucky to have someone who is evolved and compassionate enough to go on this journey with me without sugar-coating or trying to avoid the tough moments,' she shared.
Meanwhile, Madeleine’s legal battles continued, including a dispute with her ex-father-in-law, Benny Bennett, which resulted in an AVO being placed against her.
The magistrate described her as an 'evasive' and unreliable witness, while labelling her alleged behaviour towards Benny as 'verging on being aggressive.'
However, when Madeleine appealed the decision, the NSW District Court ruled in her favour, with Judge Jonathan Priestley stating the evidence against her was insufficient.
In early 2023, Madeleine also revealed she had been sexually abused from the age of five to ten, with her abuser, Peter Vincent White, pleading guilty to 33 charges of child sexual abuse involving seven children, including Madeleine.
How do you feel about older parents welcoming new additions? Have you had a similar experience, or perhaps know someone who has?
We’d love to hear your thoughts—drop a comment below!
