N-Dubz star Fazer and his girlfriend Ashley Emma are expecting

N-Dubz star Fazer, real name Richard Rawson, has confirmed that he and his glamour model girlfriend Ashley Emma are expecting their first child.

The 25 year old rapper and producer is said to be thrilled and has shared the exciting news with family and friends.

Ashley is already 6 months pregnant and is expecting the N-Dublet's arrival in April.

Fazer will be the second member of the award winning group to become a parent.

Bandmate Dappy has two children with on-off girlfriend Kaye Vassel - Milo, 2 and Gino, 3.

Fazer split from third N-Dubz member and X-Factor judge Tulisa Contostavlos just last year. Tulisa is now dating football Danny Simpson.

The group are expected to reunite this year and release a new album after setting aside their personal differences.

For more information on pregnancy health and advice go to www.nhs.uk/Start4Life