The stars of Coronation Street have shared messages of support after Sacha Parkinson announced she had given birth. Sacha is renowned for her role as Sian Powers on the Cobbles.
She played the character, from Southport, from 2009 – 2011. Sian was introduced as a love interest for Sophie Webster, played by Brooke Vincent, and departed the Cobbles after they broke up.
Sacha has maintained a close bond with her Corrie co-stars since her departure and regularly keeps fans updated with her life away from the screen on Instagram. She has taken to social media to reveal she has given birth to her baby daughter.
The soap star shared a heart-warming snap with her new-born and revealed her adorable name. She captioned the post: “1 whole week of Sadie.”
Sally Dynevor, who plays Sally Metcalfe, was one of the co-stars who took to the comments to share a message of support. She said: “Oooooh wow congratulations.
“How wonderful. She’s so beautiful.” Strictly Come Dancing winner Ellie Leach, who previously played Faye Windass in Corrie, added: “soooooo beautiful. Congratulations xxxx.”
Georgia May Foote, who played Katy Armstrong, commented: “Aww congratulations to you both! X” Lucy Fallon, who plays Bethany Platt, added: “gorgeous. Hope you’re all ok xxx.”
Sacha, who also starred in 2009’s Awaydays, has previously spoken out about her battle with endometriosis and resolved to raise awareness on the condition, which can lead to difficulties in becoming pregnant.
On Endometriosis Awareness Month in 2021, she said: “IT’S ENDOMETRIOSIS AWARENESS MONTHHH!. For those of you who aren’t aware, Endometriosis is a chronic and incurable illness, affecting a staggering 1 in 10 people assigned female at birth!
“It is the second most common gynaecological condition in the UK and it is listed as one of the top 20 most painful conditions to live with.
She added: “Sadly, due to the lack of education, awareness and the shame surrounding gynaecological health, endometriosis takes on average 8 years to be diagnosed. Which increases the severity of the condition and can often lead to infertility. THIS HAS TO CHANGE!
“I am 1 in 10 babyyy. You better believe I will be wearing this colour with so much pride this month, as we spread awareness and shine a light on this complicated illness. Sending loads of love to my endo sisters.”