Laura Whitmore welcomes second baby after ‘unexpectedly early’ birth

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3 Jun 2026 • 9:28 PM MYT
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Laura Whitmore welcomes second baby after ‘unexpectedly early’ birth

  • Irish TV presenter Laura Whitmore has announced the birth of her second child with husband Iain Stirling.
  • Whitmore, 41, shared on social media that the baby arrived "unexpectedly early" last month.
  • The former Love Island host posted a tender image of the newborn's hand resting on her chest, while Stirling shared a photo of baby clothes.
  • The couple, who married in 2020 and welcomed their first daughter in March 2021, announced their second pregnancy in February.
  • They received congratulations from celebrity friends, including Sophie Ellis-Bextor and Caitriona Balfe.

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