Gary and Jordan Ablett welcome new baby boy

Footy legend Gary Ablett and his wife Jordan have welcomed their third child — a precious baby boy.

Footy legend Gary Ablett and his wife Jordan have welcomed their third child, a “treasured” baby boy. Picture: Instagram

Footy legend Gary Ablett and his wife Jordan have welcomed their third child.

The couple posted a picture on Instagram Sunday night of Gary holding the newborn with the caption: “Another treasured boy!”.

There was no name provided for the sibling to Levi and Grace.

They were inundated with well wishes, including from Gary’s former Geelong teammates and other big names from the football world.

Gary and Levi Ablett. Picture: Supplied

Gary and Levi Ablett at the Grand Final. Picture: Mark Stewart

In January on their son Levi’s fourth birthday they announced the pregnancy.

“The birthday boy wants to share the gift that we as a family have received,” Abletts wrote.

“Happy birthday my little man, I’m thankful for everyday I get to spend with you.”

Jordan said: “We have another gift on the way. Happy birthday to our big four-year-old! You’re so loved”.

Along with the post, the pair put up a photo of Levi holding an ultrasound with a huge smile on his face.

Two and a half years prior the family received Levi’s shock diagnosis of a rare degenerative disease.

They have inspired many by documenting the struggles and providing details through their battles.

“Looking through old photos and can’t believe that in two days this little 6-month-old will be four!!!” Jordan reflected.

“It feels like just recently we held you in our arms and thanked God for bringing us the most beautiful little boy.

“We are blessed to have you in this family and how precious our time on this earth is with you.”

Grace Ablett was described as “a little angel” when she arrived. Picture: Supplied

The family publicly revealed Levi’s condition in 2020 with Ablett taking to Instagram in July last year to address how the first worrying signs of Levi’s rare disease appeared during a photo shoot around his first birthday.

“Levi was a few months past his first birthday and while on set it became clear as day that something wasn’t right,” she said.

“I remember the photographer asking me if Levi could stand/sit and I said no and as we continued taking photos I was thinking ‘this isn’t right’.

“When I attempted to get him into a standing position he wouldn’t put any weight through his legs at all, he was super floppy in all positions, had really poor head control and for the most part (if not the entire time) kept his hands clenched tight.”

Ablett urged other parents to follow their gut instincts when it came to their children’s development and to voice concerns with professionals.

Little Levi with Gary Ablett at a family day. Picture: Supplied

Jordan Ablett with and Levi. Picture: Supplied

She revealed the heartbreaking details that he has never spoken.

While he hasn’t said a single word, “his life has been a constant message”,’’ she said.

The Abletts’ daughter Grace who was born in November 2021.

After keeping the pregnancy a secret until the baby’s arrival, Ablett has shown rare glimpses of their little girl on social media.

“Thank you God for sending this little angel — our beautiful daughter — into our family,” she said.

She told the Herald Sun it had been beautiful seeing Levi with his little sidekick.

“Time is flying and we can’t recall life without her,” she said.

“She has slotted into this family perfectly, her sparkly smile and personality are really starting to shine through.”