Becoming a new parent comes with a lot of sacrifices—sleepless nights, endless diaper changes, and sometimes, even giving up your favorite foods.
For Michelle Keegan, one of those long-awaited treats was sushi.
After months of abstaining, the actress finally indulged in her favorite Japanese dish during a well-deserved day out in London, and she couldn’t hide her excitement.
A Long-Awaited Bite of Sushi
The 37-year-old Netflix star, who recently welcomed her baby girl Palma with husband Mark Wright, took to Instagram to share the special moment with her 7.5 million followers.
Posting a snap of sashimi and salmon nigiri, she humorously wrote, “Waited a long time for you.”
Her celebratory meal didn’t stop there—she also treated herself to a lavish frozen dessert, complete with a chocolate sign reading “Congratulations” in honor of her new journey into motherhood.
But perhaps the most relatable moment? A photo showing her newborn’s empty milk bottle beside her fancy meal.
With a wink to her past life, she joked, “This used to be a Lychee Martini.”
From Designer Dresses to Cozy Joggers
Despite her glamorous outing, Michelle admitted that life at home with a newborn has been far from red-carpet ready.
Just hours earlier, she laughed about her daily routine of “rotating between pyjamas and joggers.”
Sharing a clip of influencer Perrie Sian trying on pieces from her summer dress collection with fashion brand Very, Michelle wrote, “I love watching these while I’m just lounging in my comfies.”
A Grandmother’s Love
While Michelle and Mark have kept most details about baby Palma private, one thing is clear—Michelle’s mom, Jackie, is overjoyed about becoming a grandmother.
Earlier this week, she posted an adorable photo of herself cuddling the newborn, who looked cozy in a personalized yellow knitted cardigan embroidered with “Palma” across the back.
Jackie couldn’t help but gush over her new granddaughter, captioning the sweet moment, “It’s the little cuddles that are the best.”
A Home Built for Family
With Palma being the first grandchild in the family, it’s no surprise that Michelle’s mom has been a constant presence at their Essex mansion, which the couple built from the ground up.
In fact, Mark and Michelle had the foresight to construct a spacious 60-square-foot annexe—bigger than the average London flat—so their parents could stay over whenever they wanted.
A source revealed, “Jackie is over the moon.
She’s been a pillar of support, visiting often and helping out however she can. She’s incredibly proud of Michelle.”
Mark’s Emotional Journey Into Fatherhood
Fatherhood has been a life-changing experience for Mark, who has been open about how deeply it has affected him.
Speaking on his Heart Breakfast show, he described welcoming Palma as “the biggest achievement” of his life.
“It’s actually hard to put into words,” he admitted, holding back emotions as he recalled the first moment he held his daughter.
“Everything else goes out the window, and you realize what life is all about.
My little baby Palma, I love you so much, and I can’t wait to spend the rest of my life with you.”
Mark also took a moment to shower Michelle with appreciation, saying, “Hats off to my wife.
She’s an absolute superhuman for bringing this baby into the world.
It makes you realize how much our mums did for us.”
The Meaning Behind Baby Palma’s Name
The couple first introduced their daughter to the world with a heartfelt black-and-white photo of them holding her tiny hand.
Though they’ve remained private about many details, insiders believe the name Palma is a tribute to Mallorca, the couple’s favorite holiday destination and the place where they announced their pregnancy.
Michelle and Mark, who tied the knot in May 2015, have been enjoying this new chapter in their stunning Essex home.
And while sleepless nights and endless baby bottles have replaced their old routines, it’s clear they wouldn’t have it any other way.