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Nadia Breen

Comedians Diona Doherty and Sean Hegarty welcome second child via IVF

Diona Doherty has welcomed her second child with husband and fellow comedian Sean Hegarty.

The Derry woman and actress gave birth to her second child via IVF on Sunday, June 4.

On Monday, Sean and Diona announced the birth of their new arrival, a baby boy named Rocky.

Read more: Diona Doherty on performing at eight months pregnant, IVF journey and new play

In a post, Sean said: "My wife is a superhero! Rocky Hegarty. 04.06.23 / 9lb 05oz."

The pair have been inundated with well-wishes and congratulations from friends and fans.

Back in 2020, Diona and Sean opened up on their journey with IVF ahead of the birth of their first child Winter after a six year process to start their family.

And speaking again to Belfast Live back in April, Diona explained how she travelled on her own this time to Czech Republic to undergo the embryo transfer for their second baby, who was born on Sunday.

"All went really well and it was a first-time successful embryo transfer this time so I was pregnant straight away," the comedian and actress said.

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