Emma Bunton has announced that she is pregnant with her first child.

The former Spice Girl and boyfriend Jade Jones are celebrating after discovering that they can expect a new arrival in the summer.

"I guess I will be handing over the 'Baby' tag now to a deserving little new owner," Bunton revealed. "We are so happy, it's unbelievable news. What a great start to the New Year. We're really looking forward to having a family together and to the rest of our lives."

Bunton was diagnosed with endometriosis in 2004; a womb problem which makes it difficult for women to fall pregnant.