Kelly Osbourne has hit back at critics who have judged her decision to not breastfeed once she gives birth.
The reality star daughter of Sharon and Ozzy Osbourne announced in May that she and boyfriend Sid Wilson are expecting their first child together.
Kelly, 37, said she has made the decision not to breastfeed so she can remain on medication. She admitted she has been condemned by friends and extended family over her choice to bottle feed.
"I have chosen to stay on my medication instead of breastfeeding and the judgment that I have received from my friends and also extended family [is wild]," she said during her recent appearance on Red Table Talk.
Kelly revealed people have warned her that she is going to "miss out on that bonding period", but said it is more important to maintain her wellbeing.
She added: "I'm like, "Don't you think I know that?'
"What kind of mother am I gonna be if I start going backwards, if I start being self-destructive? It has to be what's best for me, what's gonna be the best for my baby."
Kelly has previously struggled with, and sought help for, alcoholism, drugs, depression and anxiety.
Elsewhere in the interview, Kelly described pregnancy as the "wildest" experience, and praised her parents for their support.
"I feel very blessed. My parents have been so incredible, I feel forever indebted to them," she said.
Kelly announced her pregnancy on Instagram by posting a snap of herself with her ultrasound.
She wrote: "I know that I have been very quiet these past few months so I thought I would share with you all as to why.
"I am over the moon to announce that I am going to be a Mumma. To say that I'm happy does not quiet cut it. I am ecstatic!"
Kelly recently revealed that her pets have joined her in bed ever since she became pregnant, making her feel "so protected" at night.
She shared a snap with her 2.4 million followers on Instagram of her pet pooches sleeping beside her.
"Ever since I became pregnant all the dogs started sleeping in bed with me," she told fans. "I love it."
She added that the dogs "check on me all night". "I feel so protected," she said.
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