After I had the Caesarean, I was told I had really strong stomach muscles and so would heal very quickly. And I did. I was up walking about within three hours. Six days after having her, I was out shopping and shortly after that I made it to David Walliams' wedding.

I'd got to that age when I was out on a date with a guy and I would be thinking: Don't mention your age, don't mention that you want a child - because they would just run out the door.

It wasn't through choice that I became a mum at 36. I wanted to be a young mum but things never worked out for me.

Essex is an amazing county, with its own set of rules. It's a completely different world.

My daughter is my biggest achievement. She is a little star and my life has changed so much for the better since she came along.

At weekends, I've been going on long but steady-paced four-and-a-half-hour bike rides.

Much as I loved doing 'The Big Breakfast,' it almost became automatic. I need something to keep my brain ticking over, something that I have to concentrate on.