Shocking reason why Gordon Ramsay missed the births of his first four children revealed.
When you think of childbirth, you likely picture a supportive partner by your side, holding your hand and offering words of encouragement.
But in the Ramsay household, things played out a bit differently.
Tana Ramsay drops a bombshell.
Tana Ramsay recently dropped a bombshell, revealing why her famous husband, Gordon Ramsay, was notably absent during the births of their first four children.
It wasn’t due to his hectic schedule or a sudden business trip overseas.
Instead, the decision was made well in advance, and it wasn’t the result of any feud or marital strife, either.
Tana opens up on popular podcast.
Speaking on the “Happy Mum, Happy Baby” podcast hosted by Giovanna Fletcher, Tana spilled the beans on their unusual arrangement.
Tana candidly discussed her IVF journey, her struggles with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), and the unique dynamics of their family.
A look into the Ramsay family.
The couple welcomed five children together: Megan, 26, twins Jack and Holly, 24, Tilly, 22, Oscar, 5, and a baby boy named Jesse, just 9 months old.
Yet, it wasn’t until the births of Oscar and Jesse that Gordon decided to step into the delivery room.
So, why did the fiery chef avoid the birth room for so long?
The real reason for Gordon’s absence exposed.
As she opened up, the reason behind Gordon’s absence became clearer—though it’s still surprising to many.
Tana explained that it wasn’t due to his fear of blood or any aversion to the birthing process itself.
“It is very controversial, but it just felt right,” she said during the podcast.
With a smile, she joked, “He probably would have gone all squeamish and fainted, and I would’ve been like, ‘Sorry, this is my moment.’”
It seems that even celebrity chefs have their limits.
For the Ramsays, the decision was a practical one.
Tana shared that her mother was her birthing partner during the first four deliveries, providing the support and comfort she needed.
This arrangement worked well for the couple, who felt no need to change it initially.
Heartbreak in the Ramsay family exposed.
But there’s more to this story than a husband’s queasiness or a wife’s preference.
Gordon and Tana have faced their fair share of heartache.
The couple endured the tragic loss of their son, Rocky, who passed away shortly after birth in 2016.
Tana was 19 weeks pregnant when she experienced a traumatic early birth, having had bleeding just nine weeks into her pregnancy.
This heartbreaking experience changed everything for them.
Gordon’s softer side emerges.
Gordon, known for his tough exterior and sharp tongue on TV, showed a softer side during this tragedy.
“Gordon looked at me and said, ‘I’m not going anywhere, I’m staying in for this,’” Tana recalled emotionally.
The couple also went through several miscarriages, each one more devastating than the last.
These painful experiences brought them closer together and reshaped their approach to parenthood.
New approach to birth explained.
It was after these losses that Gordon decided he would be present for the births of their next children, Oscar and Jesse.
“I think he wanted to be there, and I thought it was nice,” Tana explained.
The decision to finally be present marked a shift in their relationship and their family life.
And for those wondering if Gordon’s absence was a sign of a rift between them, think again.
The couple has been married for over two decades and remains one of the strongest duos in the celebrity world.