AFL legend Jimmy Bartel has introduced that he and girlfriend Amelia Sheppard are actually the proud dad and mom of a child woman.
On Tuesday the 39-year-old shared a black and white image of their little woman Instagram.
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The previous Geelong star and 2007 Brownlow medalist additionally shared his child’s distinctive identify – Paloma Lucie.
“Daddy’s little woman is right here,” he wrote.
“Paloma Lucie Bartel, you’ve me wrapped round your little fingers already.”
Of his girlfriend, Bartel wrote: “I am in awe of you. I really like you a lot.”
“Aston and Henley will love you a lot,” he added, referring to his two sons with ex-wife Nadia Bartel.
Well-known pals and footy followers rushed to congratulate the couple on their glad information.
“Congrats mate,” wrote former West Coast star Brent Staker, whereas the retired Josh Walker (who was at Geelong earlier than he moved to Brisbane after which North) additionally provided his congratulations.
Others to want the household properly included Brendan Fevola, the GWS Giants, and former Essendon nice Matthew Lloyd.
“Great information,” added 7NEWS presenter Rebecca Maddern (who’s a high-profile Geelong fan).
Bartel and Sheppard introduced their child can be a lady at a gender reveal social gathering in October.
Sharing a video of his sons popping a balloon with pink confetti, Bartel wrote: “Child Bartel, you might be already so extremely beloved.”
The previous soccer star admitted in an interview with The Herald Sun that he was “petrified” about having a lady.
“I’m petrified in the intervening time,” he admitted.
“(We’re) having a little bit woman. My two older sisters, they solely have boys.
“That is my mum’s 11th grandchild and that is the primary woman.
“A number of issues are going by means of my head, (like) how I do their hair.
“So, I’m a bit scared to be sincere.”
Jimmy and Nadia Bartel divorced in 2021 after 5 years of marriage.
Since assembly Sheppard, she has featured commonly in his social media posts.
In July final 12 months, Bartel wrote: “It has been a blur, however what a 12 months with you. I really like you.”
On her birthday in August, Bartel posted a candy photograph, writing: “Not sufficient area right here to let you know how a lot you imply to me.”
“You’re a particular couple. Keep glad every day!,” one follower wrote.
“Great to see you so glad Jimmy,” wrote one other.
