MELANIE Chisholm’s attitude to tattoos shows exactly what happens to most of us when we grow up.

The feisty former Sporty Spice is well known for the 11 tattoos on her arms, back and leg. They were always a part of her street look when she was younger and an extension of who she was.

She’s 37 now, though, a mum herself and she says she can’t stand them. She also hates the thought of her little girl Scarlet, now three, ever having one.

When Melanie posed for an article in a national magazine, her tattoos were covered up with make-up and she liked the look so much she’s thinking of getting some removed.

Personally, I don’t feel strongly about females getting tattooed but I’d never have it done. We all get older and our tastes and styles change. Unfortunately, tattoos aren’t quite so disposable and getting them removed is far more complicated than having them done in the first place.