Louise Thompson told of her five-week hospital stay after almost dying from complications following the birth of Leo, her first child. She was with Ryan Libbey, Ryan’s fiance.
31-year-old Made In Chelsea actress announced her baby in an Instagram posting on Thursday. She also explained how she had’serious complications’ which left her in intensive care.
Louise posted the first photo of her son, and she admitted that it was difficult to describe what had happened in recent weeks.
Baby joy: Louise Thompson has revealed she spent five weeks in hospital after giving birth to her first child, a son named Leo, with fiance Ryan Libbey last month
Louise had previously announced her intention to take a break before the November 14th birth, but she has been quiet on Instagram since then.
Reality personality wrote, “Hello everybody, this post was not easy for me to write. There are so many things I would like to share, but I am having trouble finding the right words. For now I will just keep this simple.
“I have been unwell for the past weeks and I am now absent.”
My beautiful 7-pound baby boy Leo Hunter Libbey was born 5 weeks ago. It wasn’t an easy start for us both. The one ended up at NICU while the other wound up in ICU.
Louise assured Leo’s followers that he was doing well and stated, “While Leo made a quick recovery. After being admitted to hospital, I spent a month recovering from various complications.
Mama: The former Made In Chelsea star, 31, announced the birth of her little boy in an Instagram post on Thursday, but told how she ‘suffered serious complications’ that left her intensive care
Louise recently experienced a house-to-house fire in her mother’s home. This left her with no place to stay while being pregnant.
“In all honesty, it was not something I had in my plans. However, to see death again gives me a completely new outlook on life and serves as a reminder of just how fragile and precious our lives really are.
“We must start living,” we need love, and we should be enjoying each moment of life. This is a difficult task when we’re in mental or physical purgatory, or suffering from serious illnesses or fear. But if we do have the ability, let’s try to hold on to any good things… and thank God for our good health. It’s hard to believe that until it’s too much later, you won’t realize how fortunate you really are.
Pictured: Louise announced that she was taking a break from social media ahead of the birth on November 14, but had since been silent on Instagram up until now
Louise revealed that she was seeking psychotherapy support after the trauma.
It’s going to not be simple or straight forward, but I am receiving very valuable psychological assistance and the good news about it is that I’m now experiencing some happy hours along with some bad. “Sometimes, you have to live hour by hour.”
Concluding by saying that things are on the up, Louise said: ‘I want to finish with some happy news… ‘I have been given the green light and been discharged from hospital which means that i’m able to recover from the comfort of my own home for Christmas. This is the first time I’ve seen a bright future, where my son and I can live together peacefully.
Reaction: Louise and Ryan received an influx of support from their friends and followers in the comments section of the post after sharing the news
“I cannot wait to begin our new journey as a family with 3 children and bond with Leo.
Ryan, Louise’s 31-year old partner, is yet to post the news on Instagram. He has however updated his bio to say: ‘Daddy’.
Louise, Ryan and their followers received a flood of support in the comments section after they shared the news.
Hattie Bourn wrote that he is the perfect influencer. I send my love and strength to you. Mama, I’m here for you.
Journey: Louise shared regular updates via Instagram regarding her pregnancy.
Georgia Kousoulou from TOWIE, a TOWIE actress said that she is sending love to her. Congratulations, he’s beautiful.
Jessica Wright said: ‘Congratulations Louise & sending so much love & strength to you right now. Leo looks incredible.
Pete Wicks wrote: “Sending love, Ryan, and the baby.”
Ferne McCann stated: ‘Sending so much love, strength my darling. I am praying for you. Congratulation to Leo. He looks so perfect.’
Louise said, after seeing some of these messages, “A huge thank you to all who have kept us in your thoughts and prayers.” It’s working.
“More than enough thank yous will follow. Right now, I’m a little scared and overwhelmed.
“But I just wanted to offer my prayers to all those who are also in pain and may need our love. The Christmas season can bring out the worst in people and it can also be difficult.
Ordeal: In October, Louise admitted she had been experiencing ‘a bit of social anxiety’, and detailed how tough things have been since the crisis, which also concerned her mum, her fiancé and their dogs
“It is a time for remembering those less fortunate. There are lots of them. This is what I know.
For the media personality, it has not been easy the past few months. She revealed that since her involvement in the terrible house fire she had lived essentially from her car.
In October, Louise admitted she had been experiencing ‘a bit of social anxiety’, and detailed how tough things have been since the crisis, which also concerned her mum, her fiancé and their dogs.
As she sat with her two beloved dogs, Koji and Toto in her arms, Made In Chelsea star started her update by thanking all who have helped her.
“Fire officers, nhs personnel, neighbours and family members, old, new, and instagram friend who I hardly even know,” my agency, brands that I work with, the lady behind the counter, my business partners. Work colleagues. Fitness clients. Strangers walking down the street.
She wrote, “Thanks for all your amazing support.”
‘Love u’: Louise detailed how tough things have been since the crisis, which also concerned her mum, Ryan and her dogs Koji and Toto
Grateful: Made In Chelsea’s star started her update with a list of people she is grateful for
“I am overwhelmed by all the generosity and kindness that people show when they are trying to assist someone in a difficult time,” she continued.
‘I have had messages from people that I’ve met ONCE offer up their best friends, cousins, dogs, ex girlfriends, dads house in order to try to help. This means so much to me. I would love for everyone to feel this way.
Louise was staying with her mother Karen at the time of the fire, while renovations were done on her South West London home.
Update: Louise writes, “I am overwhelmed by the generosity and kindness that people show when they try to help someone in crisis.”
Of her current living situation, she said: ‘We’ve moved in and out of 4 different hotel/hostels over the past week and basically lived out of a car and the truth is that it’s been really tough – one of the hardest things to deal with has been the total lack of security and privacy.
‘I’m experiencing a bit of social anxiety atm and sometimes I just want to hide away and not have to come into contact with other humans. You can’t do that when you’re nomadic.’
Louise has a knack for sharing her passion and giving updates to her fans about how she’s doing.
Scary: Louise doesn’t hesitate to show her affection for furry friends. She also updated fans on their progress.
“The other, and perhaps more challenging thing was that I had to go 5 nights without my dogs. They are like my children. Sadly they aren’t welcome everywhere and they just take so much looking after which we couldn’t do from the car.
I was afraid they’d be too traumatized by it because they became lost in smoke and were saved by ryan. However, they appear to be fine and have been well looked after by Scott, Sam, and Zara. It was a million thanks, she said.
Remaining optimistic, Louise said: ‘I had no idea how hard it was to find somewhere to stay on a short term basis (sadly my mums house will take YONKS to restore), so now we’re just keeping our fingers and toes crossed for our own project.
We are thankful: Louise made a special mention of Ryan. Ryan is her expecting son. I’d be screwed without you’
We have a temporary solution that allows me, ryan bump, koji, and toto to camp under one roof. [sic]This will be possible until the baby is born, if necessary.
Ryan was a particular mention by her, as she is due with her first child. I’d be screwed without you.’
The mom-to-be was in her third month and bravely told the fans that she was ready for the possibility of an early delivery.
I’m off to get my agent’s pram. It arrived there during chaos last week.
“Trying to be prepared for any unexpected circumstances.” She said that with our luck, anything is possible.