Footy star Abbey Holmes makes a stunning decision about her TV career just seven weeks after giving birth to her first child
The 34-year-old proud mum has opened up about resuming her role with the broadcaster, working just two days per week while also taking care of her baby at home.
Her first match back will be on July 25 when Essendon take on the Western Bulldogs at Marvel Stadium.
'I feel incredibly lucky to step back into a job I love, while also soaking up the joy of being a mum,' Holmes said.
'It's the perfect balance, and I'm so grateful for the support from both my family and my work family to get me back doing what I love.
'Coming back to work fills me with so much excitement.
'I've missed the team, the buzz, and being part of the action. I'm ready to hit the ground running next Friday night at Marvel Stadium and can't wait for little Brax to see his mumma in action.
'It's been such a special time at home with Braxton and Keegan and I feel so lucky to be able to go back to a job that I love and come home to our family.'
Holmes, who is married to ex-footy star Keegan Brooksby, revealed last month that her son's birth did not go to plan and she required an emergency C-section.
The fan favourite will travel for footy over the next few weeks and also appear at the Logies with Seven.
'I've been watching so much footy and now I'm rapt to be back in the thick of it,' Holmes said.
'I'm so thankful to the amazing team at Seven who made it easy for me to take the time I needed, and who've welcomed me back with open arms.
'It's the best feeling to know I can have both – a career I love and precious time with my family.
'Being a mum has changed me in the most incredible ways, but one thing that hasn't changed is my passion for my career and the game. I couldn't be more ready to be back.'
The former footballer revealed earlier in the year that she discovered she was pregnant after running the New York Marathon in November.
'As you can imagine, it was a bit of a shock given what I had just put my body through, but I'm in awe of what the human body can do,' she said.
Nevertheless, Abbey said at the time that she and Keegan 'could not be happier to welcome our first child into the world, later this year'.
'We are so excited and grateful to be in this position, as we know how difficult it can be for so many people. We're on cloud nine and can't wait for this next chapter.'
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