‘Blessed’ Natalie Imbruglia is expecting her first child

"I'm so excited about this next adventure..."

Natalie Imbruglia has revealed that she is expecting her first child with the help of IVF and a sperm donor. The Torn singer confirmed her happy news in an Instagram post on Wednesday, where she also revealed she has signed a new record deal. The 44-year-old wrote:

"I'm very happy to announce that I have just signed a record deal with BMG!! What an AMAZING team. I have been busy writing for the past year and a half and can't wait to share these new songs with you all!!!! "And as you can see from the pic.. there is another announcement... (no I haven't swallowed a watermelon). "I'm expecting my first child this Autumn. For those of you that know me, this has been something I have wanted for a very long time and I'm blessed that this is possible with the help of IVF and a sperm donor - I won't be saying anything more on that publicly. "I'm so excited about this next adventure... a new album and I'm going to be a mum!"

Friends and fans rushed to congratulate her on her happy news. Martine McCutcheon said:

"So thrilled for you!! Amazing news darling!! You will be an amazing mummy and I bet the new album will be fabulous too! Congrats."

Matt Cardle added:

"Massive Massive Congrats Natalie!!"

Victoria Smurfit wrote:

"Darling!!!!!! This is EPIC news!!! Thrilled for you love. Xxx"