Charlotte Church planning a water birth

Reuters

WATER-BABY: Welsh singer turned talkshow host Charlotte Church is planning on a water-birth for her new baby, it has been reported.

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Pregnant Welsh singer turned chat show host Charlotte Church is planning a water-birth for her first baby, it has been reported.

The 21-year-old - who is eight months pregnant with her and rugby star boyfriend Gavin Henson's first child - has purchased a birthing pool after a friend convinced her it was the best way to deliver.

Charlotte's mother Maria revealed: "Her friend had a water birth and told her how great it was, so she's going for it.

"They are all the rage at the moment and there are a lot of benefits with them too."

Maria also revealed the Welsh singer and 25-year-old Gavin - who have been dating for two years - have decided not to find out the sex of their unborn baby until the big day.

She added: "She can't sleep and is tired all the time. But she and Gavin are both so excited now and can't wait to find out if they have a boy or a girl."

Meanwhile, Charlotte has splashed out £30,000 to increase security at her country mansion before the baby's arrival.

The Voice of an Angel star is said to be erecting a massive fence to guarantee privacy at her £800,000 estate in the Welsh village of St.

Brides Major, near Cardiff, which is located close to a busy public footpath.

One friend said: "She bought the house to get away from the attention so won't feel happy until it is 100 per cent secure."