The following article contains discussion of fertility issues and miscarriage.
The Only Way is Essex star Gemma Collins has opened up about her plans to become a mum.
The reality star has been open about her struggles to fall pregnant with fiancé Rami Hawash, after suffering three devastating miscarriages in recent years.
Speaking to MailOnline, Gemma has revealed her latest plans to start a family and "carry the legendary GC bloodline on."
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"Well, I was meant to have an appointment the other day and the doctor cancelled, so I'm starting it picking it up again in February. Hopefully, in 2024, The GC's child will be born," she said.
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"I'm going to have it at the Portland [Hospital]. I'm going to do a press call. I saw David Beckham out there when Victoria had the baby. And I'll be sending me out to say mother and child are doing well, and then I'll appear like the Royals do.
"I mean, my child is going to be a gift from God. Everyone's wanted me to have a baby for so long, haven't they?"
The former Dancing on Ice star went on to discuss her fertility treatment — which is still in its early stages — and her hopes to become a parent at this point in her life.
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"There's nothing to say at the minute. We're literally at the very, very first stage, and, hopefully, but yeah. Definitely we'll be giving birth next year at the Portland Hospital," she explained.
"I just think I'm at a time in my life. It's the right time, so let's see. If it's meant to be, it would be."
Gemma got re-engaged to her business boyfriend Rami for a second time in December 2021. The pair previously called off their engagement after he first popped the question in 2013.
The Only Way is Essex airs on ITVBe and streams on ITVX.
Organisations including Sands and Tommy's are able to offer help and support to anyone affected by baby loss.
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