MRS Hinch fought back the tears as she revealed the heartbreaking reason for her social media break.
Yesterday the social media influencer, real name Sophie Hinchliffe, 33, worried fans after admitting she's quitting Instagram amid "personal life stumbles".
The star later took to her story to explain to her 4.7 million followers what has been going on in her life.
Mrs Hinch said: "My dad is in hpspital at the moment guys. My dad has never been blessed shall we say with fantastic health - from his chest, his lungs, his heart.
"He's always struggled you know."
She added: "Dad is in very very safe hands and nurses you are incredible.
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"So I'm hoping dad will be home one day this week and can really enjoy doing what he loves doing again. I just want him to be happy."
The Instagram star also explained that another family member isn't very well.
Mrs Hinch explained: "My nan is also in hospital. guys bless her heart she's had a fall.
"I Know for a fact with my nan this affects her quite a lot mentally. The thought of having a fall.
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"When you get older you worry more. Having loved ones in hospital is just not nice.
"It's just a worry, it's just something that you never want."
Earlier this week Mrs Hinch issued a statement after her notable absence on Instagram.
She wrote: "I'm sorry for not being on Instagram as often right this moment.
"It is only temporary, I promise.
"I do really miss being on here somedays.
"I'm just going through a few personal life 'stumbles' right now and have been for the last three months.
"But all is ok and we're getting there. Have a beautiful weekend everyone."