Michelle Heaton has said she is the "happiest mum ever" after giving birth to baby daughter Faith.

The former Liberty X star, 31, and her Irish fitness expert husband Hugh Hanley, have been celebrating since the tot was born.

Michelle told her Twitter followers: "Thank you all for support & help over last 9 months-to all the mums out there - you are truly amazing for what we go through - But Faith is worth every second. 

"Faith is even more amazing then I ever imagined. We are truly blessed.... #happiestmumever."

Michelle's pal, ex-Atomic Kitten singer Liz McClarnon paid a visit to the new mum and baby Faith.

She said afterwards: "Little Faith Hanley is PERFECT! We pounced on her today at just 1 day old. So proud of @wonderwomanshel ... You did GOOD."

Michelle has reportedly asked Katie Price to be godmother to the little one.

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