Actress Nikki Sanderson proudly displayed her growing baby bump in a heartfelt Instagram update on Thursday, offering fans a glimpse into her pregnancy journey. The 41-year-old star, who is expecting her first child with partner Anthony Quinlan, compared her current 28-week tummy to how it looked at 16 weeks in a nostalgic video.
Instagram Bump Comparison
In the short clip, Nikki cradled her bump while wearing a cropped bra top and low-slung jeans, showcasing her progress. She shared the update with her followers, flashing back to a clip from 16 weeks pregnant, captioned: 'I swear 16 was yesterday.' This reflective moment highlighted the rapid changes in her body as she approaches motherhood.
Gender Prediction and Announcement
Nikki announced her pregnancy in December with a sweet video featuring a Christmas tree bauble displaying a baby scan image, captioned: 'Happy Christmas from the 3 of us' and 'Baby Quinlan due 2026.' Recently, she engaged fans by predicting the baby's gender based on old wives' tales, noting cravings for sweet food, morning sickness, carrying low, clumsiness, and a 'pregnancy glow.' She asked followers: 'Boy or Girl? Which do you think we are having?'
Celebrity Reactions and Personal Joy
Famous friends, including Helen Flanagan and Mandip Gill, flooded the comments with congratulations. Nikki, who left her role on Hollyoaks last April, expressed her excitement, saying she and Anthony are 'over the moon' about their 'lovely little spring baby.' Anthony, a former soap star turned online PT business owner, shared his enthusiasm, stating he 'can't wait till we're a little team of three' and wants to 'shout it from the rooftops.'
The couple, who have been dating since early 2022, continue to share their joyful journey with fans, blending personal moments with public updates as they prepare for parenthood.
