«Breaking News» Olympic sprinter Iwan Thomas reveals his newborn son is 'slowly getting stronger' in intensive care

Iwan Thomas has revealed his newborn son Teddy Ellis is 'slowly getting stronger' in intensive care, five days after his birth. 

The Olympic sprinter, 44, took to Instagram on Thursday to share Teddy's latest update, saying his 'little fella went downhill pretty fast' after being born prematurely. 

The athlete previously explained hours after his birth on Saturday, Teddy was taken to intensive care at the Princess Anne hospital in Southampton after experiencing problems with his breathing. 

Update: Iwan Thomas has revealed his newborn son is 'slowly getting stronger' in intensive care, five days after his birth

Sharing a photo of Teddy in intensive care, Iwan penned: 'Since my last post unfortunately the little fella went downhill pretty fast but slowly he seems to be getting stronger although will be here a while yet. 

'I can’t say thanks enough not only to close friends and family who have been great support but also strangers on social media who’s messages have given me faith that he will pull through. 

'Although he’s not totally out of trouble yet a HUGE thank you to the great NHS doctors, nurses and midwifes who do everything in their power to help the sick. 

His journey: The Olympic sprinter, 44, took to Instagram on Thursday to reveal Teddy's latest update, saying his 'little fella went downhill pretty fast' after being born prematurely

Eternally grateful: He wrote of the NHS 'People are often quick to criticise our health service but trust me they’re saving my boy's life and I’m eternally grateful'

'People are often quick to criticise our health service but trust me they’re saving my boy's life and I’m eternally grateful.'

Iwan, whose has yet to reveal Teddy's mother, went on to say he has met some 'truly wonderful families' experiencing the 'same journey' as him. 

He concluded: 'Although some days are dark try to believe in the power of positive thinking, keep strong, keep believing & keep fighting #nhs #thankyou #baby #love'.

Keeping positive: He concluded: 'Although some days are dark try to believe in the power of positive thinking, keep strong, keep believing & keep fighting #nhs #thankyou #baby #love'

The Welsh sportstar shared a trio of images of Teddy in an incubator from the hospital's neonatal intensive care unit. In one snap his son wore a sweet white hat with the words 'Daddy and me' emblazoned on it. 

After sharing his update, Iwan told his 19.2k followers he was overwhelmed with 'so many kind messages'.  

On Sunday, Iwan announced the birth of his first child revealing he was premature after arriving a 'little bit early and fast'. 

Well wishes: After sharing his update, Iwan told his 19.2k followers he was overwhelmed with 'so many kind messages'

The Welsh sportsman turned TV star revealed the news on social media, writing that he 'wanted to share with you some great and also horrendous news.'  

Sharing photos of his newborn son, Iwan wrote: 'My baby boy came into the World on Sat he’s so gorgeous I went home the happiest man alive that night only to be phoned to say he’s been taken to intensive care with trouble breathing.' 

'Yesterday was the worst day of my life looking at my everything with tubes everywhere in an incubator. He is now beginning to breathe better for himself without full aid of machines, I now know what true unconditional love is.'

Iwan went on to thank the medical team taking care of Teddy as he continued: 'I’m in bits worried but must say the staff here at Princess Anne hospital Southampton are truly amazing ... not out the woods yet but I will keep you all posted.'

Baby boy: The Welsh sportsman turned TV star revealed the news on social media on Monday, writing that he 'wanted to share with you some great and also horrendous news'

Health problems: Iwan explained that hours after his birth on Saturday, Teddy was taken to intensive care  after experiencing problems with his breathing

'Hopefully everything will be fine he just needs a little help as he came into the World a little bit early and fast probably so excited to get here knowing he’s going to have the most fun ever xx his name is Teddy Ellis Thomas and my new best friend ❤️ #nhs #thanks #love #baby,' Iwan ended his post. 

Iwan has remained tight-lipped about the name of his partner, wanting to keep his private life and romance out the public eye. 

However, he did reveal in the comments section that the child's mother is 'doing great', he said: 'Mum doing great too.. tough time for all but she’s been amazing x.'

Several of Iwan's fellow athletes, friends and fans were quick to share their well wishes and love for the trio. 

Private: Iwan has remained tight-lipped about the name of his partner, wanting to keep his private life and romance out the public eye, he did reveal the mum was 'doing great' 

Sweet: Several of Iwan's fellow athletes, friends and fans were quick to share their well wishes and love for the trio

Grateful: Iwan also shared a message thanking his fans and followers for all their support, revealing it 'means so much' to him 

Olympic gold medallist Helen Glover, who lost one of her twins while pregnant in April and gave birth to a son in July, was one of the first celebrities to comment.

She said: 'Sending love and strength to you all and your little one.' 

Kelly Massey, an Olympic track and field athlete, said: 'He's the child of a 400m athlete. He's made from the strong stuff.' 

Olympic swimmer, Rebecca Adlington, who has three-year-old daughter Summer, also commented on the post, saying: 'Oh my gosh. He's gorgeous. Sending so much love and support xxx.'

Pals: Olympic gold medallist Helen Glover, who lost one of her twins while pregnant in April and gave birth to a son in July, was one of the first celebrities to comment

Touching: Kelly Massey, an Olympic track and field athlete, said: 'He's the child of a 400m athlete. He's made from the strong stuff.'

Supportive: Olympic swimmer, Rebecca Adlington, who has three-year-old daughter Summer, also commented on the post

'Tough time': Geordie Shore star, Vicky Pattison, said: 'Thinking of you and your family hun. He is beautiful.'

While Geordie Shore star, Vicky Pattison, said: 'Thinking of you and your family hun. He is beautiful.'

To which Iwan replied with: 'Thanks mate it's a really tough time but I know he's a fighter like his dad and will get strong x.' 

The former European and Commonwealth Games 400m champion had been keeping his Instagram followers up to date with the pregnancy since announcing the news in September. 

In the announcement video posted on social media Iwan is seen in a plush Lamborghini pulling up outside a closed garage door, as he tells his fans:

Big news: The former Commonwealth Games 400m champion had been keeping his Instagram followers up to date with the pregnancy since announcing the news in September

Daddy duties: Iwan shared a picture of himself wearing a baby carrier in his son's room ahead of his birth

'No secret, I love my cars, I love my gadgets. But what is a secret is inside that garage. I've cleared some space and got myself a new set of wheels because I wanted you to know about it first.'

The doors open to reveal a pushchair among the dry-ice mist. 'Look, I know I never talk about my private life but this is some news we have to share,' he said.

'Absolutely buzzing, I'm going to be a dad.'

'And the little driver will be here early next year. I will keep you posted along the way.'

Excited: The TV star has shared regular updates about the pregnancy, revealing in November they had decorated his nursery - keeping the colour scheme a secret 

Regular updates: He has also shared several baby scan images to his social media, sharing his excitement over the news of being a dad for the first time 

He has also shared several baby scan images to his Instagram, sharing his excitement over the news of being a dad for the first time. 

The Welsh sprinter won a silver medal in the 4 × 400m event at the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta, he also competed in the the Sydney 2000 Olympics. 

He also represented Wales at the Commonwealth Games and is a former European and Commonwealth Games champion.

Iwan has since gone into a career of TV and presenting, he is a regular panellist on Through The Keyhole and a guest on Channel 5's The Wright Stuff.

He has also appeared on several reality shows, with his most iconic series being BBC One's Strictly Come Dancing in 2015, where he was partnered with Ola Jordan. They were the first to be eliminated.   

Strictly TV: Iwan has since gone into a career of TV and presenting, he competed on Strictly Come Dancing in 2015 where he was partnered with Ola Jordan - they were eliminated first 

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