Interview by David Jackson

Q: Your life is so busy. How are you feeling now that you’re pregnant?
A: Great. I’ve been really lucky, thoughout my entire pregnancy. I had a few problems with my ribs until I was 8 months pregnant and a little morning sickness in the first few months, but otherwise I feel great.

Q: You must be in full-fledged nesting mode.
A: Yes! We had to make a baby-friendly house because my home was more of a party house — so not a baby house! It’s a big project, with painting and decorating, I’ve ordered a new kitchen too. Most of the work I did myself though. The crib and other baby furniture I’ve already got and I’ve washed and ironed all of the new baby clothes.

Q: Are you having any cravings or aversions?
A: Not really. I just started eating more healthy. Before I was pregnant my diet was really bad, now i’m trying to eat fruit and veg!

Q: What kind of mother do you think you’ll be?
A: I want to be a good hard working mum and my childs friend. I want my child to come to me when they have problems and need to talk, so it’s going to be about treading that line.

Q: There are so many child-raising “experts” out there. Who, if anyone, are you getting tips from?
A: I am just listening to everyone and making my own mind up. I think once you see your child’s personality develop then the right choices should come easily. I value my mums advice though, I know how she raised a loving and hard working family and I hope my children respect me in the same way.

Q: How do you think Oliver will be as a father?
A: We are pretty similar in our views on parenting. But I really don’t want my kids being spoilt, and Oliver will probably be the kind of dad who’ll sneak off and get treats for them and tell them not to tell mum!

Q: What are your plans for the delivery?
A: I want to spend as much of my labor as possible at home, and try to get by on just gas and air. I can normally stay quite calm and relaxed but we’ll have to see!

Q: Did you always want to be a young mother?
A: I think I’m the perfect age—young enough to be a young mum but old enough to be prepared and totally ready for it. My parents were 24 when they had me, so its very similar. And I’ve lived many different lives, so I’m excited and happy to be a mum right now.