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Sian Welby Reveals Pregnancy Secrecy During Early 'This Morning' Role

The presenter kept her pregnancy hidden out of fear for job security, sharing her experience on a parenting podcast.

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Overview

  • Sian Welby disclosed she was 20 weeks pregnant when she began co-hosting ITV's 'This Morning' in January 2024 but kept it secret from colleagues and bosses.
  • She revealed her fears of being judged or dropped, a concern she believes many women face when starting new roles while pregnant.
  • Welby shared her story on Giovanna Fletcher's 'Happy Mum Happy Baby' podcast, highlighting the pressures of balancing career ambitions with motherhood.
  • The presenter announced her pregnancy publicly on Capital Breakfast after concealing it through careful outfit choices and social strategies.
  • Now a regular 'This Morning' host, Welby continues to navigate her demanding career alongside raising her daughter Ruby, born in June 2024.