She confirmed earlier this year that she is expecting her first child with partner, Tom Andrews.
And pregnant Ashley James tenderly held her stomach on Sunday in stunning Panache lingerie after defending her relationship with her beau, 31, to online critics.
The former Made In Chelsea star, 33, lovingly declared that she’d ‘take a sword’ for Tom after Instagram followers quizzed her decision to indulge him with gifts.
Stunning: Pregnant Ashley James tenderly held her stomach on Sunday in stunning Panache lingerie after defending her relationship with her beau Tom Andrews, 31, to her online critics
Ashley was seen rocking a bold red lip and wavy locks as she opened up about their relationship.
Sharing a picture of Tom and her Poodle dog, Snoop, she penned: ‘A lot of people messaged to say they’re surprised I do “cute” s***t like buy my dog hats to match my man because I’m so independent and I just thought I’d say this…
‘I treat Tommy like I treat my best friend- with the most love, respect, and romance. Well, obviously he’s treated slightly differently to my friends, but you know what I mean.
‘I’m independent and I know my worth (and know I’d always be OK on my own), but equally I’ve found someone who deserves my love, romance, thoughtfulness.’
‘I love treating him’: The former Made In Chelsea star, 33, declared that she’d ‘take a sword’ for her boyfriend after her followers quizzed her decision to indulge him with gifts
Ashley spent six years single before settling down with her tech professional beau in October 2019, however the couple first met ten years ago and became friends.
Tom gave the expecting mother a Cartier Trinity ring earlier this year to celebrate their love, although Ashley insists that they’re ‘not interested’ in engagement or marriage, and the accessory ‘symbolises’ their growing family.
In her candid social media post, she also confirmed that treating him with gifts is her way of expressing love and commitment.
Ashley continued: ‘I love treating him, I always looked forward to having someone to do cute things with… in the same way I love that he does cute, thoughtful things for me.
‘Don’t be fooled, being independent, knowing your boundaries and letting people prove their worth before you do too much for them does not mean you can’t fall head over heels and be romantic.
‘I’d take a sword for this man, same as my friends. For as long as he loves and respects me, there’s no need for him to ever doubt my love and loyalty (as long as I never have to pick him and Snoop as I think we all know Snoop is the first love.)’
In another social media upload on Sunday, she shared a glimpse of adorable Birmingham City FC clothing for her tiny tot, gifted to her by her agent Dan Parker.
As she counts down the final days til the arrival of her son, Ashley, who is now 38 weeks along, revealed that she’s been struggling with pelvic girdle pain.
So sweet! In another social media upload on Sunday, she shared a video of adorable Birmingham City FC clothing for her tiny tot, gifted by her agent Dan Parker
In a honest Instagram post last Friday, the star told her fans that she’s ‘forgotten what it’s like to be able to sit up without pain’.
The cause of PGP is unknown, with some doctors blaming it on a hormone imbalance, although this is not proven.
It’s estimated the condition – also called symphysis pubic dysfunction – affects one-in-five pregnant women and, in severe cases, leaves the sufferer unable to walk through pain, with some experiencing lasting effects after the birth.
Ashley subsequently offered some tips to her social media followers which she’s found helpful, including wearing a brace, sleeping with a pillow between your legs and taking baths.
Yikes! Now at 38 weeks pregnant, Ashley revealed that she’s been struggling with pelvic girdle pain which affects one-in-five pregnant women and can leave some sufferers unable to walk