BBC Morning Live star supported by fans after sharing 'emotional' update

Michelle Ackerley was inundated with messages of support this week after posting an update for her social mediafollowers.

The 41-year-old shared a birthday photograph with fans, explaining how this year's milestone looked rather different from previous celebrations.

The BBCpresenter, famous for fronting Morning Live - currently enjoying its summer hiatus - is awaiting her first child with husband Benjamin Ryan.

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Standing before a mirror displaying her growing bump, Michelle wrote alongside the image: "Slightly different birthday to last year. Today I'll mostly be sleeping in between wearing ice packs for my migraines and eating ginger for the continued sickness [sic]

"It's been quite the pregnancy journey so far.....all kinds of emotions every single day....anxiety, joy, overwhelm. Mostly, I'm just amazed at what the human body can do. I still can't believe I'll be welcoming a baby girl in a couple of months' time."

Michelle's followers quickly responded to the photograph, with numerous fans offering the BBC personality their encouragement and birthday greetings, reports Wales Online.

One supporter wrote: "Happy birthday! Sorry that you're having bad migraines. Hope you're ok and manage to have a lovely birthday xx"

Another added: "Happy Birthday. Sorry to hear you're having migraines; they're so debilitating. Sleep is definitely your best medicine xx"

Another fan commented: "Looking fab! Happy birthday [sic], exciting times to come x", while someone else shared their well-wishes: "HAPPY BIRTHDAY, MICHELLE. I hope you manage to have a lovely day, and just think how you'll have an extra guest at next year's celebration! How amazing is that[sic]!!"

Earlier this year, Michelle joyfully announced her pregnancy, following her candid discussions about struggling with fertility issues.

In a heartfelt interview, Michelle disclosed she was expecting a girl, referring to her as a "miracle."

Taking to Instagram to share her journey with her followers, Michelle expressed: "I wanted to share, though, as my journey with endometriosis and infertility is something I finally felt confident to start speaking about more openly last year - realising how many other women were going through similar experiences.

"Feeling part of a community - especially when it comes to women's health can really make a difference."

Michelle also touched on the emotional challenges she faced, stating: "Even at the very start of this year, I was gearing up for yet another endo procedure and trying to come to terms with the mental and physical impact they can have. It has been quite the emotional rollercoaster."

Morning Live is available to watch on BBC iPlayer.