Alexandra Burke has said she felt 'empowered' after busting moves at this weekend's Notting Hill Carnival while wearing a breast pump. The former X Factor winner looked sensational as she showed her support for breastfeeding awareness campaign Pumps On Parade and took to the streets in full costume.
Appearing alongside family-run band Utopia Mas UK, Alexandra could be seen wearing a breast pump underneath her extravagant feathered and sequined outfit while taking part in day three of the annual celebrations on Bank Holiday Monday.
The singer, 34, pulled out all the stops with her colourful look for the occasion which featured a bedazzled bodysuit and fishnet tights. She was seen dancing and enjoying the festivities as she joined the Adults Day Parade, as she promoted Elvie Stride breast pumps and supported the Pumps on Parade's drive to correct taboos regarding public breastfeeding and breast pumping after welcoming her first child.
Speaking about her breast pump Alexandra said: “I think every mum is a little nervous about getting out and about again after giving birth. I’ve felt it, especially as I’ve been in a complete bubble at home since the little one arrived. Today at Carnival I’m feeling proud to be alongside The Utopia Band and wearing the Elvie Stride breast pump.
"And having been the first-ever ambassador, Notting Hill Carnival has a special place in my heart. It’s an incredible environment and experience to be immersed in, where all cultures come together and feel as one through great music, food and good vibes." She also reshared videos to her Instagram Story.
Alongside one she said: "Feeling empowered today - pumping at carnival and having the best time!" She then added: "Mamas, we got this!" before being flooded with praise from her friends and followers.
And Alexandra looked in good spirits weeks after welcoming her first child. She confirmed the joyous news early last month with an adorable photo on Instagram. She shared a shot of the newborn baby's tiny feet and penned. "Welcome to the world our little grape. We already love you more than words can say."
She first shared the news of her pregnancy with footballer Darren Randolph in a sweet video she posted on Instagram back in February. The clip, posted to Alex's thousands of followers on Valentine's Day, showed the then-parents-to-be walking their dogs in a park.
The couple were video holding hands and taking selfies together before revealing Alexandra's blossoming baby bump. The one-minute video saw West Ham goalkeeper Darren bend down and kiss her baby bump before the happy couple shared a kiss.
Alexandra and Darren, who is a goalkeeper with West Ham United, are yet to announce the name and gender of their baby, having admitted to struggling with coming up with a suitable name for their bundle of joy. The new mum told HELLO! magazine: "We are still deciding on a name, but we've got a few floating around. Ever since I fell pregnant, we've affectionately called the baby 'Grape'. I think some people may have thought that was their name!"
Meanwhile, Alexandra previously revealed her plans to return to work just 10 weeks after giving birth. She shared how she will re-join the touring production of Joseph And The Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat next month.
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