Sam Kerr and Kristie Mewis announce birth of baby boy

theguardian.comPublished: 5/8/2025

Summary

"Sam Kerr and Kristie Mewis, a couple who have been together since 2021 and got engaged in 2023, announced the birth of their first child with a sweet Instagram post, sharing a heartwarming collage that included an ultrasound scan photo. Their announcement resonated widely among fellow athletes like Mary Fowler, Caitlin Foord, and Katie McCabe, as well as sports fans on the Matildas and Fifa Women’s World Cup accounts. Mewis expressed gratitude to Kerr for her unwavering support during their journey, emphasizing how crucial it has been to share their relationship on social media to challenge societal norms around being two girls in love."