Overview

• The couple revealed that re-tubing Leo after initial ventilation likely perforated his windpipe, exacerbating his delicate condition.
• Born at 23 weeks with about a 50% survival rate, baby Leo endured brain bleeds, a patent ductus arteriosus, collapsed lungs and air pockets before dying at 13 days old.
• Leo and Friends charity has been established to raise awareness and donations for Leicester Hospital’s neonatal intensive care unit.
• As the charity’s inaugural campaign, Zack will complete a daily burpee mile over 13 days to honour Leo’s memory and support NICU staff.
• Zack and Samantha have begun trying for another child so two-year-old daughter Ivy can have a sibling when they feel ready.