Pregnant Ashley James showcases her baby bump in lingerie haul

She’s been updating fans throughout her pregnancy as she prepares to welcome her first child early next year.

And Ashley James looked every inch the yummy mother-to-be as she uploaded a lingerie haul to Instagram on Sunday. 

The model, 33, showcased her growing baby bump in vibrant bra and knicker sets as she recalled ‘crying hysterically’ over her chest pain during her first trimester.

Catching the eye, the former Made In Chelsea star looked typically radiant in the maternity-style two-pieces.

The media personality detailed the difficulties she’s faced accepting her changing appearance in the post’s accompanying caption as she said: ‘Let’s talk about pregnancy, boobs, and bras. 

‘I made no secret of the fact I found it challenging dealing with my changing boob size throughout pregnancy. 

‘In the first trimester my boobs were SO painful I remember crying hysterically every time I need to move. In the second trimester I had a breakdown after a bra fitting where I was told my boobs would grow at least 5 more sizes (they didn’t).’

The influencer went on to reflect on how she struggled being a ‘big boobed teen’ as she added: ‘Watching my already big boobs get even bigger also made me battle the same insecurities I had as a big boobed teen…

‘Wanting to feel comfortable and sexy in my outfits, whilst having to deal with the unwanted attention and judgement. All whilst trying to figure out what size bra to buy because let’s be honest they are not cheap.

The TV star explained how she feels more ‘confident’ after having a bra fitting at Notting Hill boutique Maison SL as she ended her post: ‘Needless to say, it’s been a journey and one in which I know I’m not alone in. 

‘I’ve done SO much research, been to an incredible bra fitting at @maison.sl (you can book a free fitting online I believe), and feel so much more confident and knowledgeable. Plus guess what: maternity bras don’t have to be frumpy!’ (sic)

The social media star is expecting her first child with boyfriend Tom Andrews, 31, and earlier this year the couple discovered they are expecting a baby boy which is due in January 2021.

Ashley, who famously championed single life, started dating the tech professional in October 2019 when they reconnected after meeting a decade earlier at work. 

The blonde confessed her partner was initially more excited about the prospect of starting a family, but she’s now happier than ever and has already built their unborn baby’s gender-neutral safari-themed nursery.

Ashley explained during an appearance on Jeremy Vine: ‘I wouldn’t say I’m a naturally maternal person. 

‘He always said he’d want a big family and I told him I don’t know if I want that. But now, I’m so excited and I’ve basically done the nursery now in lockdown. 

‘It wasn’t like a contract in which he told me that he’d leave if I didn’t give him a family, but I think authenticity in relationships is nice, he’s from an amazing family and he’s really great with children.’