Allen’s cohost, Miquita Oliver, noted that she has also had five abortions over the years. “Lily, I’m so happy I can say that and you can say it and no one came to shoot us down. No judgment,” she commented. “We’ve had about the same amount of abortions.” The Grammy winner also recounted one of her experiences.

Lily Allen has caused controversy with her recent confession, but one doctor is keen to dispel rumours around abortions