Since retiring from professional tennis in 2022, Ash Barty has embraced a new chapter—motherhood. In July 2023, she welcomed her first child, Hayden, with her longtime partner and now husband, Garry Kissick.
While much of the public focus has been on Barty’s graceful transition from world-class athlete to devoted mother, the role of Garry Kissick behind the scenes has been equally important in shaping this journey.
Garry, a professional golfer and Barty’s steady companion through the highs and lows of her sporting career, has stepped into fatherhood with quiet strength and unwavering support. His role, while less public, has been central to helping Barty navigate the emotional, physical, and lifestyle shifts that come with postpartum life.
Friends close to the couple describe Garry as deeply hands-on—changing nappies, managing night feeds, and ensuring that Ash gets the rest and mental space she needs to recover and grow into motherhood.
Ash has openly shared snippets of her postpartum experience, highlighting both the joy and the challenges. What stands out