Cheryl: 'I can't wait to give Bear a sibling'

Simon Cowell is offering Cheryl some advice

Author: Daisy McLurePublished 16th Dec 2020

She’s made no secret of her plans to have a second baby in the not-too-distant future, even hinting earlier this year how she was looking into using a sperm donor to add to her family as a single mum.

Now Cheryl, 37, who shares her three-year-old son, Bear Grey Payne, with ex Liam Payne, is said to be considering all her options in order to help her have a much-wanted sibling for Bear by this time next year.

According to sources, her pal Simon Cowell, who is recovering from a broken back, has even suggested she speaks with her former-X Factor co-judge, Natalie Imbruglia, who gave birth to baby son Max last October after having IVF with the help of a sperm donor. Cheryl and Natalie both worked on The X Factor in 2010.

The source reveals that although they got on well, they lost touch over time, so Simon offered to help set up a chat.

The source says, “Cheryl’s made no secret of the fact she’s desperate for another baby – she’s talked about how she can’t wait to give Bear a sibling to play and grow up with – and has been considering lots of different routes to make it happen. She feels it’s the right time. After all the uncertainty of the past year, she wants happiness in 2021. She’s been thinking about it a lot over the past few years and has spoken to Simon as well.”

The source adds, “As his health improves, they’ve chatted more regularly, and recently her plans for another baby came up. That’s when Simon suggested she also speak to Natalie about going through IVF as a single woman and about the experience as someone famous. He thought Natalie could ease any of Cheryl’s concerns about privacy and protecting herself as a celebrity going through it.”

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Cameron Diaz and Benji Madden

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Jack Fincham

Love Island 2018 winner Jack Fincham shocked his fans in January, revealing he'd become a dad to a beautiful baby girl called Blossom.
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Casey Bachelor

Reality star Casey Bachelor welcomed her second child with fiancé Dane Goodson in January. The former Celebrity Big Brother star welcomed a baby girl!

Michelle McManus

Pop Idol winner Michelle McManus welcomed her first child into the world in January 2020 - an adorable baby boy called Harry John Nimmo.

Izzy Warner

Gogglebox star Izzy Warner welcomed her second child into the world in February, a beautiful baby girl. Izzy decided to call her baby girl Bessie Rose.

Enrique Iglesias and Anna Kournikova

Singer Enrique Iglesias and his Tennis ace wife Anna Kournikova welcomed their third child into the world in early 2020.

Lucy-Jo Hudson

Coronation Street and Hollyoaks actress Lucy-Jo Hudson welcomed a baby boy into the world with her partner Lewis Devine in February

Lydia Bright

Former TOWIE star Lydia Bright gave birth to her daughter in February, telling fans on Instagram, ,'My darling girl has arrived. I am so overwhelmed with love, she is absolutely perfect.' (sic)

Ola and James Jordan

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Lady Nadia Essex

Former Celeb Go Dating star Lady Nadia Essex welcomed a baby boy into the world in March.

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After announcing their engagement last year, Lucy Mecklenburgh and Ryan Thomas welcomed their first child together in March, a baby boy called Roman Ravello Thomas.

Malika Haqq

Khloé Kardashian's best friend Malika Haqq announced the birth of her first baby with ex-boyfriend O.T. Genasis in March 2020, sharing a photo of his hand on her Instagram alongside the caption, 'Ace Flores 3.14.2020.'

Ali Bastian

Hollyoaks star Ali Bastian welcomed her first baby with husband David O'Mahony, after they tied the knot one year ago. Announcing the happy news on Instagram, Ali shared a photo of her daughter's tiny hand with the caption, 'She's here! We welcomed our beautiful baby girl into the world last week - words cannot describe how much we love her already. We have climbed whole heartedly into the most beautiful of new parent bubbles and are enjoying some quiet family time. Mum and baby are doing brilliantly.'

Melissa Suffield

Ex-EastEnders actress Melissa Suffield announced in March 2020 that she'd welcomed her first child! Taking to Instagram Melissa wrote, 'River Jefferson Carter-Robinson 16.03.2020 What a perfect little human we appear to have made. We could not be more obsessed with you ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜..' She announced her pregnancy in September 2019, three months after announcing her engagement to fiancé Robert Brendan!

Ashley and Francesca Banjo

Diversity star Ashley Banjo and his wife Ashley and Francesca welcomed their second child into the world in March 2020, a baby boy called Micah Grace Banjo.

Ronan and Storm Keating

Boyzone star Ronan Keating and his wife Storm welcomed their second child in March 2020, an adorable baby girl called Coco Knox Keating.

Boris Johnson and Carrie Symonds

Prime Minister Boris Johnson and his fiancée Carrie Symonds welcomed a baby boy into the world on Wednesday 29th April 2020.

Millie Mackintosh and Hugo Taylor

Former Made In Chelsea stars Millie Mackintosh and Hugo Taylor welcomed their first child into the world in May, a baby girl!

Sheridan Smith

Sheridan Smith announced that she'd welcomed a baby boy with her fiancé Jamie Horn in May 2020, but is yet to reveal his name.

Rupert Grint

Former Harry Potter star Rupert Grint welcomed a baby girl with his partner Georgia Groome, best known as the star of Angus, Thongs and Perfect Snogging. A statement read, 'Rupert Grint and Georgia Groome are delighted to confirm the birth of their baby girl. We would please ask that you respect their privacy at this very special time.'

Danielle Armstrong and Tom Edney

TOWIE star Danielle Armstrong and her childhood sweetheart Tom Edney welcomed a baby girl called Orla Mae on 26th May at 4.30pm.

Aston Merrygold and Sarah Richards

JLS singer Aston Merrygold and fiancée Sarah Richards welcomed their second child into the world at the beginning of June. The couple welcomed a baby boy called Macaulay Shay Merrygold.

Krept and Sasha Ellese

British rapper Krept and his girlfriend Sasha Ellese welcomed a baby girl called Nala into the world in June 2020!

Michelle Williams and Thomas Kail

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Dermot O'Leary and Dee Koppang

X Factor host Dermot O'Leary and his wife Dee Koppang welcomed a baby boy called Kasper Koppang O'Leary on 23rd June 2020!


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Usain Bolt and Kasi Bennett

Olympic legend Usain Bolt and his girlfriend Kasi Bennett welcomed a baby girl into the world in May. The couple shared the most adorable photos of her in July, with Usain revealing they've decided to call her 'Olympia Lightning Bolt'.

Lauren Pope

TOWIE star Lauren Pope welcomed a baby girl called Raine Anais Keterman on 11th July! Sharing a cute photo on Instagram, Lauren wrote, 'Our little lady has arrived! Raine Anais Keterman 11/7/20 💗 You really are so perfect little Raine, thank you for choosing me to be your Mummy. We love you so, so much 🥰'. (sic)

Tameka Empson

After keeping her pregnancy private, EastEnders actress Tameka Empson revealed on Loose Women in July that she welcomed a baby boy during lockdown!

Claire Cooper and Emmett J. Scanlan

Former Hollyoaks couple Claire Cooper and Emmett J. Scanlan welcomed a baby boy into the world in July! The pair announced the birth of their first child on Instagram, with Claire revealing she endured a 40 hour labour and an emergency c-section.

Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel

After keeping their pregnancy out of the spotlight, in July 2020, Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel welcomed their second child into the world, a baby boy!

Vogue Williams and Spencer Matthews

Married couple Vogue Williams and Spencer Matthews welcomed their second child into the world in July, a baby girl!

Win Wilson

Singer Ciara and her husband Russell Wilson welcomed their first baby together on 23rd July! Announcing the happy news on Instagram, Ciara revealed her baby's unique name, 'Happy Birthday WIN!!! Mommy & Daddy Love You! Win Harrison Wilson 7.23.2020 8lbs 1 oz. ❤️ 👶🏽'

Cara Delahoyde Massey and Nathan Massey

Love Island couple Cara and Nathan announced the birth of their daughter on 28th July 2020! Cara wrote, 'She's here and home 🤱🏻 We are both want to say a massive Thankyou to all the amazing ladies who looked after us @darent_valley_hospital over the last few days 💕 Thankyou for all your messages that have kept me going ✨.'


Nathan posted a video message as a tribute to his wife, praising her for being so brave. He wrote, 'Welcome to the world our little princess !!!! 💓 can't wait to spend our lives together !!! @cara_delahoyde your a legend , delivered our baby safe and sound !!! What a trooper you are !!! Hats off to all the pregnant women I salute you x 💓💓💓💓 I would like to thank all the staff and midwifes at darenth Valley Hospital can't thank you guys enough ! Your all un sung hero's 💓💓💓 @nhswebsite.'

Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger

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Lea Michele and Zandy Reich

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Sam and Briony Aston

Coronation Street actor Sam Aston (AKA Chesney Brown) become a dad for the first time in August 2020 when his wife Briony gave birth to a baby boy called Sonny!

Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom

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Ed Sheeran and Cherry Seaborn

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Daisy May Cooper

This Country and Gogglebox star Daisy May Cooper gave birth to a baby boy in September!

Rory McIlroy and Erica Stoll

Northern Irish golfing star Rory McIlroy and his wife Erica Stoll welcomed a baby girl called Poppy into the world at the end of August!

Jax Jones

DJ Jax Jones delighted his fans in September by announcing his wife had given birth to a baby girl called Lawana! The 'All Day and Night' hit maker shared some adorable snaps of his daughter.

Penn Badgley and Domino Kirke

You actor Penn Badgley and his wife Domino Kirke welcomed their first child together after previously suffering two heartbreaking miscarriages.

Andy Carroll and Billi Mucklow

Footballer Andy Carroll and former TOWIE star Billi Mucklow welcomed their third child together in September 2020, a baby girl called Marvel Mae.

Zayn Malik and Gigi Hadid

Gigi and Zayn shared a photo of thier baby's tiny hand on Instagram in September 2020, with Gigi writing, 'Our girl joined us earth-side this weekend and she's already changed our world. So in love🥺💕.'

Amanda Seyfried

Mamma Mia! actress Amanda Seyfried welcomed her second child with her husband Thomas Sadoski in September, after keeping her pregnancy a secret from fans.


The actress gave birth to a baby boy!

Usher

Music legend Usher announced the birth of his baby girl on October 1st! The singer shared a cute photo revealing he's decided to call her Sovereign Bo Raymond with his girlfriend Jenn Goicoechea.

Nicki Minaj

American rapper Nicki Minaj welcomed her first child into the world with her husband Kenneth Petty at the end of September.

Mindy Kaling

American actress Mindy Kaling welcomed her second son in September! The 41-year-old announced her shock news during a live TV appearance in October, revealing she;s called him Spencer.

Michelle Hardwick and Kate Brooks

Emmerdale actress Michelle Hardwick welcomed a baby boy into the world called Teddy in October 2020, with her wife and the soap's producer Kate Brooks!

Camilla Thurlow and Jamie Jewitt

On October 27th 2020, series three stars Camilla Thurlow and Jamie Jewitt announced they'd welcomed a baby girl called Nell Sophia Jewitt.


Camilla wrote on Instagram, 'Nell Sophia Jewitt, 4:32am, 27th October, 6lb 5oz. There may be a thousand new photos on my camera roll, but none of them could ever do justice to the way you have lit up our lives 🥰'. (sic)

Noel Fielding and Lliana Bird

Bake Off host Noel Fielding and his partner Lliana Bird welcomed their second child in 2020. The couple welcomed a baby girl called Iggy.

Tom Parker and Kelsey Hardwick

Just weeks after announcing he's been diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumour, The Wanted's Tom Parker and his wife Kelsey Hardwick welcomed their second child into the world, a baby boy called Bodhi.

Sam Mucklow and Shelby Tribble

TOWIE couple Sam Mucklow and Shelby Tribble welcomed their first child into the world in November, a baby boy after a very tough labour.

Victoria Baker-Harber

Made In Chelsea star Victoria Baker-Harber welcomed a baby girl called Gaia-Grace into the world at the start of November, after keeping her pregnancy under wraps.

Kirsty-Leigh Porter

Hollyoaks star Kirsty-Leigh Porter announced the birth of her rainbow baby in December via a post on Instagram, welcoming the little one with her fiancé Paul Barber.

Kate and Rio Ferdinand

Kate and Rio Ferdinand welcomed their first child together in December, announcing their lovely news on Christmas Eve with a super cute photo. The pair decided to call their son Cree.

Upon announcing her pregnancy last July on Instagram, 'Torn' singer Natalie, who divorced husband Daniel Johns in 2008 following a five-year marriage, said, “For those of you who know me, this has been something I have wanted for a very long time. I’m blessed that this is possible with the help of IVF and a sperm donor – I won’t be saying anything more on that publicly.”

Meanwhile, opening up earlier this year about the idea of seeking solo fertility treatment after confessing she was looking into getting a sperm donor, Cheryl said, “You don’t necessarily need to be in a relationship. I’ve got a friend who has had two children using donors. Not everything has to be conventional...

“If time was on my side and I was in my twenties, yeah, I would wait and consider more options, or wait for somebody I felt was right.”

Pals say she’s reached out to Simon for help

Since splitting from One Direction singer Liam in July 2018 following a two-and-a-half-year romance, Cheryl, who revealed she didn’t have a nanny and looked after Bear 24/7 before returning to work, has embraced her role as a single parent.

Giving a rare glimpse into her home life last year after moving out of Liam’s Surrey mansion to a new home in Buckinghamshire, she said, “I was up at 1.30am this morning cleaning dirty nappies.”

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Meanwhile, as Christmas approaches, Cheryl delighted her fans earlier this week by sharing a video of her son recreating the iconic 'filthy animals' line from 1990 movie Home Alone.

In the video, Bear can be heard shouting, "Merry Christmas you filthy animals and a Happy New Year," just like Kevin McCallister does in the popular festive movie.

So cute! ❤️

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