Beaming Gemma Atkinson makes her first public appearance with baby son Thiago as she joins mum Sandra for a shopping trip - after revealing she lost 12Ib in weight since giving birth
Gemma Atkinson made her first public appearance with baby son Thiago on Monday, little more than a month after giving birth.
The former Hollyoaks star recently admitted to losing 12Ib in baby weight since welcoming her second child with Spanish Strictly Come Dancing professional Gorka Marquez via caesarean section on June 17.
And she was in fine form while out with Thiago and her mum Sandra in Manchester, where she shares a family home with her ballroom dancer fiancé, 32.
Dressed in a blue plaid shirt and Birkenstock mules, the actress and presenter, 38, flashed a beaming smile as made her way out for a a stroll.
Proud grandmother Sandra appeared to be on pram duty as Gemma walked alongside during their visit to a local supermarket.
Here they come: Gemma Atkinson made her first public appearance with baby son Thiago on Monday, little more than a month after giving birth
Upbeat: The former Hollyoaks actress appeared to be in high spirits as she stepped out with her loved ones in Manchester
Taking to Instagram in July, the actress revealed she has lost 12lbs in weight over a 14 day period since giving birth, and noted that she has 'two stone to go.'
Sharing a lengthy post, she wrote: 'It's very common for tummy's to stay swollen after pregnancy and they usually stay swollen longer after a C section due to the inflammation and abdominal swelling from surgery. So don't worry if you feel you still look pregnant as I do here. ITS NORMAL!
'I'm not expecting to look like my old self for months down the line yet. I haven't even left the house other than pottering about in the garden.
'I've been mindful to rest as much as I can to aid recovery down the line. Weather permitting, towards the end of this week I'm going to start some short walks.
'Until I've had my mummy MOT that's all the exercise I'll be doing. What I've been focusing on instead is trying to make myself feel like my old self, and so far it's worked.
'Despite broken sleep for 2 weeks I feel really good. Upbeat, and ready to take on the day. The simple things I've been doing are…
'Cold showers. No ice bath yet so I've stood under cold water every morning for a minute letting it run on my pituitary gland (aim water on back of the neck) It's responsible for regulating so many functions in the body and essentially kick starts your system in the morning. It works a treat for boosting your mood.
'Secondly, my nutrition. I'm 12lb down since coming home from hospital. 2 stone to go yet. With my hormones slowly settling and the cravings for crap which I had in pregnancy going I'm back to eating my usual foods.'
In good company: Gemma was joined by mum Sandra, who was seen pushing Thiago during their shopping trip
Low key: The actress and presenter looked relaxed in a blue plaid shirt and Birkenstock mules as made her way out for a a stroll
Happy couple: Gemma met Spanish ballroom professional Gorka while appearing on BBC show Strictly Come Dancing
She added: 'I'm snacking a lot as anyone will tell you breast feeding makes you hungry and we need the extra calories to feed. I've been snacking on things like nuts, fage yogurt, fruit, boiled eggs and dark chocolate. In pregnancy it was bread and haribo.
'Lastly, and this is where it gets cheesy, but affirmations! Every morning I've told myself 'I can do this' every night feed I've reminded myself 'thousands of women are now doing the exact same as me right now' and every time I look at Thiago I thank my body for growing, carrying and birthing him.
'15 days ago he was in my tummy and that blows my mind completely. The miracle of life and the human body.'
Gemma and Gorka are also parents to daughter Mia, three, who they welcomed in 2019 - two years after meeting on Strictly Come Dancing.
Last year, the actress revealed they'd postponed their wedding due to both of their busy schedules - after saying she'd rather try for another baby than plan lavish nuptials
Debut: Baby Thiago was making his first appearance in Manchester, where parents Gemma and Gorka are based
Getting there: The former Hollyoaks star recently admitted she's lost 12Ib in baby weight since welcoming her second child
Divulging it all: Gemma detailed how life has been since the birth in a lengthy post that included tips for other new mums
