Atomic Kitten star Liz McClarnon has finally shared the first photos of her newborn baby boy, marking a joyful milestone after many years of fertility struggles and emotional setbacks. The singer, who rose to fame in the early 2000s with hits like Whole Again and The Tide Is High, revealed her pregnancy earlier this year and has now given fans an intimate look at her long-awaited little one.

A Journey Marked by Hope, IVF, and Heartache

Liz first shared her pregnancy news in May 2025 through an emotional video filmed in her garden. In the clip, she opened up about the deeply personal journey she and her husband, Peter Cho, had endured across years of IVF, uncertainty, and loss. She admitted she became too emotional to speak directly to the camera, writing instead:
“I just can’t believe we’re here… I want to share what I can and add my voice and ears to those who already help others understand or deal with all that comes with IVF and loss after so much hope.”
(Source: People Magazine)

Her honesty struck a chord with fans and with many women facing similar challenges—something Liz has said she hopes will help “break the silence” around infertility. UK outlets have long noted her openness; The Guardian previously praised Liz for being “refreshingly honest about fertility stigma” (Source: The Guardian).

Baby Arrives Early — “It Started Out a Bit Scary”

On November 2, Liz confirmed via Instagram Stories that the baby had arrived earlier than expected. Posting a photo of herself giving a thumbs-up, she wrote:
“Little man arrived early. It started out a bit scary but all went well in the end.”

Earlier today (November 13), she finally posted a carousel of photos featuring the newborn—his tiny hands, his first moments at home, and a sweet shot of her husband carrying the baby in a sling as they left the hospital.
She captioned the post with touching detail:
“Today was our little bun’s actual due date… I can’t believe he came so early, over 10 days ago. He gave me quite a shock at 4am when my waters broke. It all got a bit scary when his heart rate dropped but the amazing NHS Staff… blew us away with their professionalism and care. We are so grateful!”

This heartfelt tribute mirrors similar sentiments celebrities have shared about the NHS’s maternity care, with BBC News noting that many parents credit medical teams for life-saving interventions during complicated births (Source: BBC News).

Liz humorously added:
“P.S. I had to put the customary partner-with-baby-carrier-walking-out-of-hospital picture at the end – We’ve waited a long time for this.”

An Outpouring of Love From Friends and Fans

Her comments section quickly filled with support, including from fellow celebrities:

• Actress Catherine Tyldesley wrote: “Huge congratulations beautiful… You’re going to be the best mummy.”

• Singer Suzanne Shaw added: “Love you lots and can’t wait to meet the little man.”

• Fans echoed the joy, with one writing: “Enjoy your gorgeous baby bubble!”
  (Source: OK! Magazine)

Liz’s Long Fertility Battle

Now 44, Liz has always been frank about her fertility challenges. In 2009, after emergency surgery, she learned that her fallopian tubes were fused together—leaving her uncertain about whether she would ever conceive naturally.
“Even briefly thinking I might never have my own children made me realise what agony that would be,” she admitted at the time (Source: Hello! Magazine).

Her pregnancy announcement this year showed her rising from a garden bench and turning to reveal her bump. The on-screen caption read:
“I’m pregnant! We feel like we’ve been given the world!”

Love, Loss, and Finding Her Perfect Partner

Before meeting Peter, Liz’s personal life often drew media attention during her Atomic Kitten years. She experienced a broken engagement to Blue’s Lee Ryan and had high-profile relationships with Kian Egan and Calum Best—stories frequently covered by UK tabloids (Source: Daily Mail).

But everything changed when she met Peter. The couple married quietly in 2023, a relationship Liz describes as the most grounded and supportive of her life.

Reflecting on her past, Liz previously said:
“I’ve been quite strong about not having babies with the wrong people… I made a conscious decision not to have children with the people I was with.”

Now, with Peter, everything finally aligned.

A Dream Realised

After years of heartbreak, medical intervention, and unwavering hope, Liz has the family she always dreamed of. Her journey—from pop stardom through personal heartbreaks to IVF success—has resonated deeply with fans, many of whom have followed her for more than two decades.

As People Magazine noted in a recent feature, Liz’s openness about infertility “has helped reduce isolation and stigma for countless women struggling behind closed doors.” (Source: People Magazine)

Today, she is finally living the chapter she once feared might never come: motherhood.