AFL star Jeremy Howe and his wife Kahlia welcome their first child together

‘Welcome to the world, you are so loved already!’ AFL star Jeremy Howe and his wife Kahlia welcome their first child together

Collingwood star Jeremy Howe and his wife Kahlia have welcomed their first child.

The delighted couple announced the arrival of their son, baby Zander Jay Howe, on Friday.

Posting to his Instagram, the smitten new father shared a photo and video of his adorable son, who was born on August 12. 

Mum and dad: Collingwood star Jeremy Howe (left) and his wife Kahlia (right) have welcomed their first child, a baby by named Zander Jay Howe

‘We welcome our newest member to the family. Zander Jay Howe. 12.8.21,’ the 31-year-old began.

He also paid tribute to his wife of two years Kahlia, commending her for her efforts during the birth. 

‘Mumma did an amazing job and being a Mum just suits her. We can’t wait for him to meet all friends and family. Soon… hopefully.’

You are so loved: 'Welcome to the world little man, you are so loved already! Mum & Dad can't wait for you to meet all of your friends & family (whenever that may be) ✨ @jeremynhowe,' Kahlia wrote on Instagram alongside a photo of the bub

You are so loved: ‘Welcome to the world little man, you are so loved already! Mum & Dad can’t wait for you to meet all of your friends & family (whenever that may be) ✨ @jeremynhowe,’ Kahlia wrote on Instagram alongside a photo of the bub

Happy boy! In the footage shared in Jeremy's post, the newborn shares a cheerful smile

Happy boy! In the footage shared in Jeremy’s post, the newborn shares a cheerful smile

In the footage shared in Jeremy’s post, the newborn shares a cheerful smile.  

Meanwhile, the new mum also penned a sweet post online, writing: ‘Welcome to the world little man, you are so loved already! Mum & Dad can’t wait for you to meet all of your friends & family (whenever that may be) ✨ @jeremynhowe.’ 

Taking to her Instagram Stories, she also dedicated a post to her footballer husband. 

‘Dad – you’re so amazing @jeremyhowe,’ she wrote alongside the black-and-white image of Jeremy cradling his son in his arms.

Daddy duties: Taking to her Instagram Stories, Kahlia also dedicated a sweet  post to her footballer husband. 'Dad - you're so amazing @jeremyhowe,' she wrote alongside the black-and-white image of Jeremy cradling his son in his arms

Daddy duties: Taking to her Instagram Stories, Kahlia also dedicated a sweet  post to her footballer husband. ‘Dad – you’re so amazing @jeremyhowe,’ she wrote alongside the black-and-white image of Jeremy cradling his son in his arms

Nesting period: The pair welcomed baby Zander August 12, but only announced the happy family news on August 20

Nesting period: The pair welcomed baby Zander August 12, but only announced the happy family news on August 20

The pair welcomed baby Zander August 12, but only announced the happy family news on August 20. 

Jeremy is best known as a defender for Collingwood, made his AFL debut in 2011.

He has been married to Kahlia since December 2019. 

Loved-up: The loved-up couple tied the knot in December 2019. Pictured, Jeremy (left) and Kahlia (right) with their two pups

Loved-up: The loved-up couple tied the knot in December 2019. Pictured, Jeremy (left) and Kahlia (right) with their two pups

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