Cheryl has admitted she wants to move to London to be closer to her friends and family, after describing life as a new mum 'challenging'.

It's not surprising things are taking it's toll on the Geordie warbler. Chezza and Liam Payne has battled split rumours, is looking after 11-month-old Bear alone and is gearing up for her long-awaited music comeback.

Being the most-talked about celeb is tiring business at the* best *of times.

The Metro Online reports that Cheryl and Liam are planning on moving to North London, so they can be closer to Kimberley Walsh - Chezza's bestie from girl group, Girls Aloud.

This is thought to be a last ditch attempt to save their marriage, which is thought to boil down to the couple's different priorities - Cheryl preferring to hole up at their Surrey home with the baby, while Liam has been jet setting around the world promoting his music and partying with friends.

Despite the rumours in Celebsvile, the pair put on a united front at the BRIT Awards. Cheryl was even complimentary about boyfriend Liam in a rare interview.

The popstar said, '“I’m great, it’s been a good night and I’m proud of him. He’s so good.”

When speaking to The Mirror Online, the admitted she was finding motherhood difficult but worthwhile: '“It’s challenging, that’s for sure, but when you’re with him [Bear] it makes none of that relevant.”

Hey, being a mum can be very lonely indeed, so kudos to Chezza for accepting help from her pals! We hope she gets a lot of much-needed support from her ex-bandmates!