Bolton’s Sophie Willan melts hearts with baby snap

The Alma’s Not Normal creator, 37, shared a candid Instagram post marking what many parents call the “fourth trimester”, writing: “Three months old today.

“We’ve survived the fourth trimester. I’m no longer Googling ‘is this normal?’ 47 times a day. He’s officially no longer a newborn.”

Alongside the heartfelt caption, Willan posted a sweet snap of her smiling baby boy, Elijah.

Fans were quick to comment on how happy and content he looked, with many praising her for sharing the less glamorous side of early parenting.

One wrote: “He’s adorable Sophie! Growing up fast.

“Won’t be long until he will be up here on a visit to Ye Olde Pastie shop sampling our northern delicacies!”

Another said: “He is such a gorgeous little fella, well done on getting through the new-born stage.”

In her trademark honest style, the Bolton comic joked about the realities of early motherhood, admitting there had been “leaks, outfit changes, chaos” before finding a nappy brand that brought “calm”.

The update offers a glimpse into a new chapter for the actress, whose hit BBC Two sitcom Alma’s Not Normal was inspired by her upbringing in Bolton and her experiences growing up in and out of care.

Since winning multiple BAFTAs for the show, Willan has remained open about her roots and working-class background, and now, it seems, she’s bringing that same candour to motherhood.

But while she may be known for gritty realism and sharp humour on screen, her latest post shows a softer side celebrating small wins, surviving sleepless nights, and sharing a moment of pure baby joy.

And judging by that beaming three-month-old smile, things are looking pretty calm indeed.