Pregnant Aubrey Plaza can't wait to become a first-time mom because parenting has always seemed 'so interesting'

Pregnant Aubrey Plaza can't wait to become a first-time mom because parenting has always seemed "so interesting".

The 41-year-old actress is expecting her first child with her partner Chris Abbott and she's now opened up about impending motherhood admitting she's looking forward to seeing what it's "all about".

During an appearance on the SmartLess podcast, she said: "There’s a baby inside of me right now. Yes it’s true… I know it’s shocking isn’t it.

"Yes [this is baby number one] … "

The Parks and Recreation star went on to reveal she went to the doctor for an ultrasound scan before recording the podcast and she had to take her dog to the vet on the same day for a similar procedure.

She explained: "Today was a big day I went to the doctors today, and my dog also went to the doctor. My dog is getting a scan right now and I got a scan earlier. She’s also getting a scan on her stomach … I think she’s ok. She had to get an ultrasound on her stomach and I got an ultrasound on my stomach and there is a baby in there …

When asked if she's excited about becoming a mother, Aubrey replied: "I am [excited] I’ve always wanted to see what that’s all about you know. It seems so interesting that whole thing"