Georgia Kousoulou shares health update after three week old baby's 'long and stressful' hospital trip
Georgia Kousoulou has given fans an update on her baby daughter's health following a 'long and stressful' week in hospital. The Towie star, 33, who welcomed her little girl Gigi last month, shared the news that Gigi will be home for Christmas in a heartfelt Instagram post. Alongside snaps of Gigi with nasogastric tubes, Georgia opened up about their tough week in the hospital as Gigi battled bronchitis. She revealed that the illness had worsened to the point where Gigi needed oxygen support, making it an incredibly anxious time for the family. Thankfully, after days filled with stress and uncertainty, Gigi was finally given the green light to return home.
Georgia penned in her caption: "Time to get you home for Christmas, baby girl. After a long stressful week in hospital, Gigi is allowed home. Gigi’s bronchitis got worse, and she needed to be on oxygen. What I’ve learnt most is always go with your gut, and if you think your baby isn’t well, always check it out!” Georgia’s emotional post also included a special shout-out to the medical team at Princess Alexandra Hospital in Harlow. She commended the nurses and doctors for their outstanding care, saying, "They were incredible with Gigi.” Her gratitude extended to her family and friends, who stood by her during the difficult week.
“Thank you to our family for keeping things going at home with Brody, and our friends for checking in. We love you," she wrote.
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The post received a flood of support from friends and fans alike. Amy Childs added, "Sending you lots of love @georgiakousoulou xxx," Dani Dyer chimed in with, "Oh darling girl sending you all lots of love xxx." Love Island star Cara De La Hoyde expressed her support with three heart emojis, while Charlotte Dawson sent her thoughts, saying, "Sending so much love babe it’s the worst I really feel for you all.” Michelle Keegan also commented her well wishes: "Sending lots of love" with love hearts. Other friends included Abbey Clancy, who commented: "Hope she’s ok".
Doting father Tommy Mallet, 32, also gave fans an update as he shared an array of photos of baby Gigi in hospital. He captioned his post: "Being home safe with your family is a underrated blessing! Thank you so much to the doctors and nurses for looking after our little girl this week at the Princess Alexandra hospital, you was amazing".
Georgia, revealed the scary moment they had to dash to A&E last week. Taking to her Instagram stories on Monday night, Georgia posted a picture of her cuddling a sleeping Gigi, as she penned: "Baby girl not well... trip to a&e and she has bronchitis. Worst thing when they are this small." She then opened up a question box for fans to give their advice, writing: “Any tips please, she’s only three weeks old.”
The couple announced the birth of Gigi in November in a heartfelt Instagram post. Alongside a picture of her cradling Gigi in the hospital bed, with Tommy by her side, the star wrote: "Introducing you .. GIGI Fordham. Born on 22.11 weighing 7 pound 12 Our darling girl ,We are so in love , our hearts could burst. Thank you god for answering our prayers."
Georgia and Tommy announced they were expecting a second child in May after suffering a devastating miscarriage in 2023 at 12 weeks pregnant. They then went through IVF to get pregnant again, and were overjoyed when they found out it had been successful. They are also proud parents to son Brody, who they welcomed into the world in May 2021.
