Cheryl Cole says having children a 'priority'

Cheryl Cole says having children is her "priority".

The Girls Aloud star – whose marriage to soccer star Ashley Cole was rocked when it was revealed he allegedly cheated on her with three different women – is keen to start a family now the couple's relationship is back on track.

She said: "Family is definitely becoming a priority. I started to think more about having children when I met Ashley. These days there is no reason why you can't have a family and a career. I'm from a big family and that means I have to make a start soon – so watch this space."

However, Cheryl, 25, insisted she would consider her position in Girls Aloud before conceiving. She added in the band's new book 'Dreams That Glitters': "I would try and plan it and I think I could still do a couple of concerts if I have a seven month bump.

It's a case of do I start trying for a baby after the tour and fit it around Girls Aloud .

"I've never doubted I would have children one day, but I still have goals and dreams, so maybe in a couple of years. I can't see my future without children though. Having children would definitely be one of my biggest achievements."