The Two Johnnies star announced baby JJ is coming home to Tipperary after months in hospital
Johnny Smacks of The 2 Johnnies has become a dad(Image: Instagram)
Johnny Smacks of The Two Johnnies has shared an heartwarming update about his baby boy JJ – he’s finally being discharged from hospital.
Little JJ was born with gastroschisis, a rare health condition. This occurs when a baby’s abdomen doesn’t fully develop and their intestines are outside their body.
JJ arrived in December and Johnny and his wife Annie have been candid about their son’s journey. He had to endure five surgeries in total.
“He’ll be in hospital for a whilst yet, but he’s already shown unbelievable fight,” Johnny declared when announcing his arrival.
Johnny Smacks coming home with JJ(Image: @johnny.smacks on IG)
Now, JJ is healthy enough to return home to Tipperary. “We’re coming home, thanks to ye all for all your lovely messages, kind words and prayers for little JJ,” Johnny expressed in an Instagram post, reports RSVP Live.
“After a long few months, we’re delighted to get him home to Tipperary, it wouldn’t have been possible if it weren’t for all the incredible surgeons, doctors, nurses and staff in [Children’s Health Ireland], we can’t thank them enough.”
To express his gratitude, Johnny is organising a charity drive for Children’s Health Ireland in the upcoming months. “We… are looking forward to our 3Arena show in aid of them.
“But for now, we’re all doing well and myself and Annie are looking forward to the madness that is raising a child. The podcasts should be fairly entertaining for the next whilst.
“Right there’s nappies to be changed, thanks again,” Johnny concluded.
Friends and fans joined in with their best wishes.
“That’s just the best news ever – here’s to a fabulous, healthy and incredibly happy life for the fabulous JJ and his amazing mum and dad. The work Children’s Health Ireland] do is simply hard to quantify, it’s just SO remarkable,” said Miriam O’Callaghan.
“Delighted for yous! Enjoy that baby bubble at home, nappies and all. Massive congratulations!” Fionnuala Moran exclaimed.
“Such great news, here’s to your wild and amazing adventure back in Tipperary,” Anna Geary commented.
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