Kilkenny camogie’s Miriam Walsh is expecting first child as she finds out gender

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Miriam Walsh opened up about expecting her first child after recently finding out her baby’s gender.

The Kilkenny camogie player recently stepped down from her intercounty career after 13 years, but she’s still incredibly busy as she prepares to welcome a baby in only a few months.

She explained that while she’s due in May, she hopes to be back playing with her club in September.

Miriam shared how excited she and her husband Noel McGree are for the arrival of their baby.

She told RSVP Live: “I’m due in May so I’m nearly there. I just found out a couple of weeks ago that we’re having a baby boy. We’re looking forward to that.”

There’s still lots to do before her son is born, with the camogie star looking forward to maternity leave and returning to the pitch.

She shared: “I’m really looking forward to maternity leave. It’s just something different and I can spend time with the baby.

“I’m hoping to get back playing camogie with my club in September, all going well. Hopefully the sleepless nights won’t tire me out too much.”

The Kilkenny star added: “I’m working alongside a physiotherapist at the moment and he’s brilliant. He’s sending me in the right direction. I had my last physio session with him the other day and he told me to take a break and enjoy the last few weeks of my pregnancy because it will be a busy time once the baby comes.”

Pictured is former Kilkenny Camogie player and Ashbourne Cup winner, Miriam Walsh, as she looks ahead to the Electric Ireland Camogie Third Level Championships semi-finals and finals this weekend. ©INPHO/Dan Sheridan

Pictured is former Kilkenny Camogie player and Ashbourne Cup winner, Miriam Walsh, as she looks ahead to the Electric Ireland Camogie Third Level Championships semi-finals and finals this weekend. ©INPHO/Dan Sheridan

Miriam hasn’t thought too much about her return to playing, but she explained it will be made easier as she and Noel split baby duties.

She said: “I haven’t thought too much about what I want to do yet. I know these days are so different. The men are heavily involved now. It’s not just you getting up for night feeds. It’s himself that will have to help too. Your partner will have to do as much work as you. It’s important to get your rest days in. We’ll be taking it in turns.”

Baby showers are becoming much more popular in Ireland, however, Miriam is focused on turning 30 before the arrival of her baby.

“I’m turning 30 in a couple of weeks time so I’m having a 30th. I’m going to dinner with my family and my husband’s family.

“I haven’t really thought about a baby shower as of yet. I want to mark the 30th first and foremost.”

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