In this week's Closer magazine, Ferne McCann's pals have revealed that the pregnant TOWIE star will not cut her ex-boyfriend Arthur Collins out of her life. Here's a preview...
Ferne McCann hasn't had the easiest pregnancy; she was forced to reveal she's pregnant with her first child after her boyfriend Arthur Collins was arrested in relation to an acid attack.
The shocking news came shortly after the former TOWIE star declared her love for her boyfriend and revealed they've already thought about their wedding and honeymoon.
WATCH: Ferne McCann discusses her pregnancy on This Morning...
WhileArthur is currently on trial for the incident, the 27-year-old mum is getting ready for the arrival of her bundle of joy later this year. Now pals have revealed that although she's no longer with her ex-boyfriend, she will not cut him out of their lives.
The source explained to Closer Magazine: "Ferne doesn't know what to think, but she won't refuse her child the right to a relationship with its dad, and accepts that Arthur will always be a part of their lives."
Ferne may have gone through the majority of her pregnancy without Arthur, but according to insiders she still plans to keep her ex involved with their unborn child. They said: "Ferne respects that Arthur is the father and has a right to be kept updated on her pregnancy."
While Arthur has been in prison, Ferne has reportedly been visiting him in prison, however the source revealed that they mostly discuss the future plans for their little one.
Arthur is currently on trial following the acid attack back in April and has revealed in court that he thought the acid was a date rape drug.
He told jurors that he took the drug off two men in the nightclub who he claims were planning on spiking a girls drink. The 25-year-old went on to claim that he had no idea the liquid was acid when he threw it, injuring more than a dozen people.
He explained: "I wanted to show them the drugs was gone so they wouldn't spike any girl's drink.
"I remember undoing the bottle and I threw it at the males," he went on to add: "I was never aware no-one was hurt or anything."
His trial continues.
Make sure you grab a copy of this week's Closer Magazine for lots more celebrity news.
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1 of 17Pregnant Amy Childs bikini
If you're going away with family, friends or your partner then florals is always the answer.
2 of 17Pregnant Chelsee Healey bikini
Hot gorgeous is this hot pink and orange bikini Chelsee Healey is wearing? We also LOVE the gold chains at the side of her bottoms and her bikini top strap.
3 of 17Pregnant Binky Felstead bikini
This bikini Binks has opted for looks totally comfy and the orange straps add something a little different.
4 of 17Pregnant Binky Felstead swimsuit
Pregnant and you want to wear a one-piece? Binky has got you covered with this cute black swimsuit. The off the shoulder frills are cute too.
5 of 17Pregnant Cara De La Hoyde bikini
For your next holiday why not try out a yellow bikini like Love Island winner Cara De La Hoyde? It would look amazing when your nice and tanned.
6 of 17Pregnant Chelsee Healey bikini
Similiar to the bikini above the gold chains add something to this bikini, making your less dull and more glitzy.
7 of 17Pregnant Danielle Lloyd bikini
This off the shoulder bikini Danielle Lloyd is wearing looks incredible and at least we know we're not going to get any shoulder tans lines wearing this.
8 of 17Pregnant Danielle Lloyd bikini
Just think when you're nice and tanned you'll look 100x better wearing this bright bikini.
9 of 17Pregnant Ferne McCann
The reality star has even inspired us to wear a leopard print bikini. The cut outs and shape of this bikini would look amazing around your baby bump.
10 of 17Pregnant Binky Felstead bikini
The frills and embroidery on this bikini top is gorgeous and would look great when pregnant - just ask Binky Felstead.
11 of 17Pregnant Amy Childs bikini
We laaaaave Amy Childs and this sparkly bikini. We think it would look amazing on a girl's trip.
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12 of 17Pregnant Ferne McCann bikini
We can't lie Ferne has been killing her pregnancy swimwear look. She's given us major inspiration and of course, this shade of orange looks incredible on everyone.
13 of 17Pregnant Cara De La Hoyde swimsuit
We're not going to lie, this cream crochet bikini is giving us all the feels. Cara looks amazing and we reckon she'll give lots of pregnant women some inspiration for one-piece swimwear items.
14 of 17Pregnant Billie Faiers bikini
This bikini looks SO good on Billie Faiers we reckon we might have to quickly leave the office and get it...
15 of 17Pregnant Ferne McCann bikini
We can't lie Ferne has been killing her pregnancy swimwear look. She's given us major inspiration and of course, this shade of orange looks incredible on everyone.
16 of 17Pregnant Jennifer Metcalfe bikini
Yes, Jennifer Metcalfe! This black bikini is cute and we love the cut-out sides on her bikini bottoms.
17 of 17Pregnant Ferne McCann bikini
TOWIE's Ferne McCann is slaying this bikini. It's plain and simple but she still manages to make it look dressy.
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