ITV Share By Tamzin Meyer Jan 7 2026 By Tamzin Meyer Jan 7 2026 Coronation Street star Paula Lane shares baby birth joy in gushing social media post Awwwwww! Paula Lane Share By Tamzin Meyer Jan 7 2026 By Tamzin Meyer Jan 7 2026 Coronation Street favourite Paula Lane has shared some joyful personal news with fans, revealing that she has welcomed a baby boy and announcing his gorgeous name. The actress had been due to give birth in December, with many followers eagerly waiting to hear when the big moment would arrive. Now, Paula has confirmed that her little one has officially made his entrance into the world. Congrats (Credit: ITV) Coronation Street star Paula Lane gives birth to baby boy Taking to Instagram this afternoon (Wednesday, January 7), Paula announced that she and her husband Tom Shaw have finally met their son, months after first sharing her pregnancy news back in August. Alongside the announcement, Paula posted a selection of heartwarming photos. One showed her cradling her newborn, while another black-and-white snap featured the family dog curled up next to a tiny pair of baby boots. Tom was also pictured enjoying a proud new-dad moment, holding his son in one arm and an alcoholic drink in the other to celebrate. The drink was fittingly named Paddy, a playful nod to the name the couple have chosen for their baby boy – Patrick. Article Continues Below Read all the latest Spoilers The little baby could be seen fast asleep, all cosy in a baby blue knitted hat. In an emotional caption, Paula wrote: “Welcome to the ranch Patrick. We are all completely and utterly in love. So longed for…thank you for completing us.” She also highlighted the Irish connection by adding a selection of emojis, including a rainbow and a green clover. Happy news (Credit: ITV) Soap stars rush to congratulate actress on baby announcement Following the announcement, fellow soap stars were quick to flood the comments with messages of congratulations and love. Emmerdale actress Laura Norton, who plays Kerry Wyatt, commented: “Amazing congrats beautiful.” Coronation Street star Melissa Johns also shared her excitement, writing: “Congratulations lovely one!! Enjoy the wintery snuggles.” Fans joined in too, with one follower saying: “Wooo congratulations Paula so happy for you. He’s gorgeous.” Another added simply: “Many congratulations to you all.” Read more: Coronation Street fan theory predicts Todd will murder Theo – and George will help him dispose of body Share Good to Know Share By Tamzin Meyer Jan 7 2026 By Tamzin Meyer Jan 7 2026 Previous Story Next Story
