Rebecca Adlington has heartbreakingly revealed in an Instagram message that she’s suffered a miscarriage.
On Saturday, the Olympic swimmer, 33, shared a photo in a hospital bed.
She shared the devastating news that she suffered a miscarriage on Tuesday and had to undergo emergency surgery.
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The I’m A Celebrity star went on to say that she later became readmitted to hospital, where doctors treated her for sepsis, a kidney infection and a fever.
Alongside a photo of herself lying in a hospital bed holding a cup of tea, Rebecca said: “On Tuesday me and Andy went to hospital for our 12 week scan only to discover we’ve had a miscarriage which resulted in emergency surgery.
“I managed to leave hospital Thursday only to be readmitted Friday.
“After a day of treating sepsis, a kidney infection and a fever I’m slowly on the mend. Long way to go but I’m in the right place.”
Rebecca continued: “I can’t thank the hospitals and the staff enough, been so supportive.
“It’s such a devastating time but important in times like these we remember we aren’t alone and have so much support.
“@andrewparsons5 you have been my rock this week. Same with family and friends.
“We haven’t managed to process it all yet but I know with their support we’ll get through it.”
Concluding her heartbreaking message, Rebecca said: “Once I’m able to leave hospital I’m extremely grateful I get to go home and give my 2 little ones the best hugs!”
Many of Rebecca’s celebrity friends offered their support to the star in the comment section.
Catherine Tyldesley wrote: “Oh love. I’m so sorry. Sending you both so much love and strength.”
Strictly Come Dancing 2022 star Ellie Simmonds said: “Sending love,” followed by three heart emojis.
Meanwhile, Adam Peaty commented: “Sending all my best, so sorry to hear it.”
Rebecca and her husband Andy already have their son Albie, one.
She also has a seven-year-old daughter, Summer, with her ex-husband Harry Needs.
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