'I feel over-exposed': Megan Gale is nervous in behind-the-scenes video of her nude pregnancy shoot for Marie Claire but stuns as soon as she's in front of the camera

By Mail Online Reporter

Published: 10:09 EST, 6 April 2014 | Updated: 19:25 EST, 6 April 2014


Megan Gale has given her fans another glimpse of her stunning pregnancy figure during a behind-the-scenes video of her nude photo shoot for Marie Claire magazine.

In a Sunday Night special aired on Channel Seven, Megan also discusses her trepidations about doing the shoot and hits back at criticism over her 12-year age difference with her AFL player partner, Shaun Hampson.

Speaking to Marie Claire editor Jackie Frank, the 38-year-old said she felt 'overwhelmed' and 'over-exposed' as she shed her clothes for the camera.

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Baring all: Megan Gale posed nude for a special pregnancy shoot for Marie Claire magazine's May edition and looked phenomenal in the behind-the-scenes shots

Baring all: Megan Gale posed nude for a special pregnancy shoot for Marie Claire magazine's May edition and looked phenomenal in the behind-the-scenes shots

But as soon as she gets in front of the lens, the brunette beauty nails it with both Franks and the photographer gushing over her pregnancy figure as she strikes a pose.

The model followed in the footsteps of Demi Moore as she posed nude for the magazine, covering her modesty with a strategically-placed arm.

Posing side on for the camera, the image almost mirrors Moore's famous 1991 Vanity Fair cover

During the interview, Megan spoke about her decision to pose naked for the fashion glossy.

Celebrating pregnancy: The model felt liberated after taking part in the shoot

Celebrating pregnancy: The model felt liberated after taking part in the shoot

Raw reaction: As she posed for the shoot, Megan told Marie Claire editor Jackie Frank that she felt a 'bit overwhelmed' and 'over exposed'

Raw reaction: As she posed for the shoot, Megan told Marie Claire editor Jackie Frank that she felt a 'bit overwhelmed' and 'over exposed'

Urged by her mother to do the shoot, Megan said she liked the idea because it celebrated the pregnancy form, but was also wary of causing controversy.

'The person who got me over the line was my mum. She said it is nothing to worry about, or be ashamed of. It is not a scandal,' she said.

This isn't Megan's first nude photo shoot, but it was a distinct experience that she admitted left her 'liberated' and 'terrified'.

When asked by Frank if she had indeed bared her body in its entirety for the camera, Megan replied, 'God yeah when I was 25, not when I was 38.'

Glowing: Megan sported minimal makeup on her complexion and her brunette locks were up in a casual ponytail

Glowing: Megan sported minimal makeup on her complexion and her brunette locks were up in a casual ponytail

She's a natural: Whilst the model was nervous before the shoot, she was back in her element as the photographer began snapping

She's a natural: Whilst the model was nervous before the shoot, she was back in her element as the photographer began snapping  

'I think any woman would know that when you’re in your mid-20s, things are firmer and perkier and just all round better,' she said. 'This is quite daunting for me to do at 38.

'You get so aware of your body and how to work your body in front of the camera when you are modelling,' she added. 'I feel like my body is a different body right now.'

The brunette beauty did admit she was 'relieved now that it is over', but didn't regret her decision to grace the cover naked. 

'As vulnerable as I felt doing it, it was quite a liberating thing to do it. I have been enjoying watching my body change and I think it is good to record it.'

Look at that baby bump! Megan was 30 weeks pregnant at the time of the photo shoot

Look at that baby bump! Megan was 30 weeks pregnant at the time of the photo shoot

On the cover: Pregnant Megan Gale has posed nude on the front cover of Marie Claire Australia magazine

On the cover: Pregnant Megan Gale has posed nude on the front cover of Marie Claire Australia magazine

During her interview with Frank, Megan didn't hesitate to answer questions about the 26-year-old father of her unborn baby, who is 12 years her junior.

'No one says "Brad Pitt is so much older than Angelina" – he is 12 years older. I am 12 years older than Shaun,' Megan said.

'I think when it’s the woman that’s older people are like, "hang on, that’s a bit full-on."'

Megan, who previously dated comedian Andy Lee, began seeing Richmond player Shaun in late 2010.

In November last year they announced they were expecting their first child together, but have remained quiet about the sex of the baby.

Look familiar? Posing side on for the camera, the image almost mirrors Demi Moore's famous 1991 Vanity Fair cover - the actress was seven months pregnant at the time with her daughter Scout
Look familiar? Posing side on for the camera, the image almost mirrors Demi Moore's famous 1991 Vanity Fair cover - the actress was seven months pregnant at the time with her daughter Scout

Look familiar? Posing side on for the camera, the image almost mirrors Demi Moore's famous 1991 Vanity Fair cover - the actress was seven months pregnant at the time with her daughter Scout 

Megan, who at the time of the shoot was 30 weeks into her pregnancy, also shed some light on the spicy romance between the expecting parents.

When asked about the baby making process, she said 'it can be fun' whilst laughing.

The L'Oreal ambassador is now officially on maternity leave after appearing at the Melbourne Fashion Festival last month, which was her last working engagement before her big day.

She's done it before: Megan is no stranger to raunchy photo shoots, having appeared in racy spreads in the past

She's done it before: Megan is no stranger to raunchy photo shoots, having appeared in racy spreads in the past

She told the Herald Sun that there have been some unexpected benefits to being pregnant, saying 'With pregnancy, you almost automatically connect with someone.'

'It’s been really nice through social media and people I meet that you bond that way.'

Megan announced her pregnancy news back in November by posting a picture of her ultrasound on Instagram.

She was 13 weeks pregnant at that point, and is due to give birth in mid-May.

Marie Claire Australia's May edition goes on sale on Monday.

Age difference: Megan, 38, began dating AFL player Shaun Hampson, 26, back in 2010 and the pair share a 12 year age difference

Age difference: Megan, 38, began dating AFL player Shaun Hampson, 26, back in 2010 and the pair share a 12 year age difference

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Well she is still fertile so I think that's the trump card move she has over other cougars like Demi Moore. She can give her toy boy a child still.

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Over exposed? Yes you are. Now, go away and don't come back.. If you feel exposed, why do it you fool.

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'racy spreads in the past' - you mean she's done more blurry photos ... ?

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Who is she?

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You know you have a human being in there, right? A human being with feelings who will grow up and have to get along in the world. I cannot even imagine doing this, all these VERY sexual pictures spread about the internet, and having to explain to my kid (especially son!) once he's grown when his classmates start flashing the pics at school. This to me is disrespecting a growing child by making it a sexualized, attention-seeking accessory.

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Umm....pretty sure you weren't FORCED to get in front of a camera with all your clothes off. Pretty sure you had to AGREE to put yourself in this situation. So don't try to convince us all that you are a demure woman by saying you felt "over-exposed".

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Keep your clothes on and keep it classy.

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Go put your bits away now, dear. You're about to become a mother and a role model. Time to practice some dignity and self-respect before embarrassing your little one.

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I don't know who she is and don't care. We have all been over exposed to pictures of naked pregnant women. I was old after Demi did it. Get a clue, no one cares

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Demi Moore has a lot to answer for.

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