Gary Rohan's sad news

[Meg]

Very sad news being handled with enormous courage by Gary and Amie. Love and best wishes to them both.

I agree. Their use of instagram on this is an example of social media at its best. There are a large number of supportive and loving comments on both their accounts. These include probably half a dozen from people who have been affected by anencephaly, including mothers who have given birth to babies afflicted with this cruel condition. Their stories are both heartbreaking and uplifting.

[Sandridge]

Very sad news being handled with enormous courage by Gary and Amie. Love and best wishes to them both.

[Meg]

Did Jared and Clementine know before hand the situation or was it after the birth that they found out? (not that it is any of our business).
Knowing before hand will be a different situation.
Not sure which I prefer.

I have 2 healthy children and 10 grandchildren (all of which are healthy) so cannot relate to this situation.

Yes Jarrad & Clementine knew that their baby had a heart problem before her birth - it had been picked up in a scan. Jarrad talked about this in an interview some months later. But I think from what he said they hoped surgery would repair the damage after she was born which sadly was not the case despite several operations.

A diagnosis of anencephaly tragically can lead to only one outcome. From what Amie and Gary have said they know and have come to accept that, and the inevitable mix of joy and grief the birth of their twins will bring.

Both situations would be heart breaking.

[dimelb]

I feel sad for Gary and Amie but also feel that they have the support from each other and their families, not to mention the team, the club and the fans. They will win through.

[YvonneH]

Did Jared and Clementine know before hand the situation or was it after the birth that they found out? (not that it is any of our business).
Knowing before hand will be a different situation.
Not sure which I prefer.

I have 2 healthy children and 10 grandchildren (all of which are healthy) so cannot relate to this situation.

[stevoswan]

Honestly, having no choice but to face this head on, Gary and his wife couldn't be at a better club to come out the other side strongly. Our club will wrap their arms around them both, just like they did with the McVeigh's, who I would imagine, will be at the forefront of that support.

[S.S. Bleeder]

Sad news. The situation sounds similar the the McVeighs.

[gossipcom]

Very sad to hear this news. Thoughts are with Gary, Amie and their family throughout this time and for the rest of her pregnancy too.

[bloodspirit]

Sydney Swans star Gary Rohan's heartbreaking baby announcement

Thanks swansrob. Very sad news broken beautifully by the couple. Kudos to them for showing great compassion and leadership around this. I imagine it will impact not only Rohan but many of the Swans next season. While it may be a distraction from football, it can also help strengthen the bonds between the players (and coaches) as they lean on each other to face larger challenges. My thoughts with any parents facing a similar predicament.

[chalbilto]

Tragic news. Reminds me of Jarrad & Clemantine McVeigh's loss. I wish them all the very best and hope that the surviving twin remains healthy and bring them joy in their lives. God bless them.

[stevoswan]

Very sad news....all the best to Gary, Amie and their surviving twin.

[swansrob]

Saw what? Where?

Sydney Swans star Gary Rohan's heartbreaking baby announcement

[bloodspirit]

Yes I saw that last night too. I'm sure all our thoughts go out to Gary and Amie

Saw what? Where?

[ScottH]

Never good news to hear there is something wrong with your unborn baby.
Good on them for speaking about it and seeking help and advice from strangers with similar experiences.

[aguy]

Yes I saw that last night too. I'm sure all our thoughts go out to Gary and Amie