1 week Ago By [email protected] (Nikki Onafuye, Bex May)
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Basking in the glorious sunshine with the ocean's gentle waves as their backdrop, a radiant Kelsey Parker - who is expecting - was the epitome of a blissful expectant mother as she cherished time with her young ones on the sands of Gran Canaria.
These exclusive snapshots for OK! capture 34 year old writer and mum-of-two Kelsey in high spirits, donning a striking red bikini paired with an adorable floral throw-over, tenderly holding her growing belly. Her little ones, Aurelia, aged five, and four year old Bodhi, were her lively companions, enjoying the seaside frolics. Joining this beach scene, partner Will Lindsay, whom Kelsey credits for bringing "back to life" after the loss of The Wanted singer Tom Parker last year, was affectionate and attentive, sharing embraces and kisses with her.
Kelsey expressed on Instagram: "Nothing beats a family holiday to Gran Canaria!" She added, "These trips will always have a special place in our hearts...
Soaking up these moments before our family grows." An insider revealed to OK!: "Kelsey is now six months pregnant and absolutely glowing. Things really couldn't be going better for her.
She had a wonderful holiday, she and Will are in the most loved-up relationship and the kids are so excited now to meet their new baby brother or sister." The source added: "Kelsey has been really busy doing her podcast and extra episodes round being a full-time mum while her friend Georgia took time off. She also has a busy couple of months ahead with her annual charity football match to raise money for Tom's charity.
" An insider shared, "Tom is still at the heart of the family and it's incredible that Will has been able to join the family and the children adore him like a second dad. Kelsey and Will have the most genuine, sweet relationship and are excited for their future together." It's evident that Kelsey's kids are completely smitten with their new sibling.
In a particularly adorable moment in Gran Canaria, little Aurelia gently patted sand onto Kelsey's bump while giggling next to her mum. Later on, Kelsey was seen splashing about in the water with the youngsters, before spinning them around in a playful manner. Kelsey, who shares Aurelia and Bodhi with her late husband – who passed away aged 33 – beamed with happiness as she watched them frolic on the beach with Will, 27.
Just a few days prior, she posted a heartfelt tribute to Tom on Instagram on the anniversary of his passing. She penned, "Three years without you..
. I can feel you with us every day! We miss you so much baby." Even as Kelsey embarks on this thrilling new phase of her life, it's clear that Tom's memory continues to be an integral part of their family narrative.
The star recently spoke candidly to OK! in an exclusive chat, disclosing that she and Tom had hoped for four children. "But life had other plans," she expressed. The soon-to-be mum of three couldn't be happier after unexpectedly falling pregnant with her third bundle of joy, which she cheerfully dubs a "happy accident".
Overjoyed by the surprise, she recounted, "I was shocked but so happy. Will cried his eyes out! ," reflecting on the moment they discovered the news. Her partner Will, who works as a tree surgeon, stuck close throughout their blissful beach day , solidifying his role in her life ever since they made their relationship public this year.
The lovebirds were the picture of affection, with tender moments captured as Will lovingly caressed Kelsey's growing belly amid beachside fun with the children. The heartwarming pictures make it obvious that he's developed a deep connection with her kids. And the sunny vibe isn't just down to the Spanish rays; Kelsey has previously expressed to us, "I love my children – they've got me through the worst times.
So I feel like I've been blessed with another." As the family joyously awaits their new addition, Kelsey gushed to OK! about her children's eagerness, saying, "I think they'll be amazing big siblings." In a sweet revelation, Kelsey shared that Aurelia has already thought of a sentimental name idea: "She's said she wants the baby to be called Parker if it's a boy.
Both of them had been going on and on for ages about wanting a brother or sister. When Will came along, they were like, 'Can you have a baby now?'". Kelsey is currently navigating a whirlwind of feelings following her pregnancy announcement, sharing, "I've felt every emotion under the sun.
.. I'm still getting my head around it but I'm so excited.
" A close source mentioned Kelsey will certainly have her hands full leading up to her due date, with her podcast and the annual charity football match in Tom's memory keeping her schedule packed. With the arrival of her little one on the horizon, this holiday getaway marks the start of a new, joyful chapter for Kelsey and family. In January, Kelsey broke the news via an exclusive photoshoot and heartfelt chat with OK! where she admitted that the experience was tinged with contrasting feelings: "Tom and I always said we wanted four – but life had other plans.
"So yes, this is amazing but also bittersweet. The joys of finding out I'm pregnant and moving forward with my life, while thinking, 'My life could have been so different.' I've felt every emotion under the sun.
I'm still getting my head around it but I'm so excited. And I know I'm putting myself out there, telling people. I just want everyone to be as happy as I am.
" Kelsey opened up about her belief in destiny and finding happiness amidst life's trials. "For me, I feel like everything's meant to be," she shared. "I'm just trying to find joy.
I love my children – they've got me through the worst times. So I feel like I've been blessed with another. "If I dwelled on everything that's happened, I wouldn't be here.
Tom was my soulmate. I'm still angry he's gone. But I can't live in sadness.
Tom wouldn't want that." Her new man, 27 year old Will, also spoke candidly about how naturally conversations about Kelsey's late partner, The Wanted singer Tom, flow within their family setup. He said: "Tom was a massive part of Kelsey's life – they were together for over 13 years, and had two beautiful children.
So it's normal to talk about him a lot. I think it would be weird if we didn't." As Kelsey admits, she and the kids often reminisce about Tom, and Will is always keen to listen.
"Will once said he never wants me to not talk about Tom. He talks about him and loves hearing stories about him. There's a massive framed picture of Tom upstairs.
He walked past it once, smiled at me and went, 'Oh, he's handsome though, isn't he? !" Kelsey recalled. Their love story began quite traditionally, with the pair meeting during a night out. Kelsey and Will decided to go public with their relationship last September - and now, with Will comfortably settled into the family home, it seems he's fitting perfectly into their blended family life.
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