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David Huntley

Blind Gateshead toddler with rare brain disorders who 'everyone falls in love with'

When Abbey Henderson was pregnant with her son, Leo, she was told that there was a chance her baby would not survive.

Throughout her pregnancy, Abbey feared the worst, and when Leo was finally born he appeared well and healthy - his family were overjoyed. But the family soon discovered that Leo was born blind and had numerous rare brain abnormalities, alongside many other issues.

Because of the difficulties Leo faces on a daily basis, his family were hoping to raise funds for expensive private physiotherapy sessions in order for Leo to reach his full potential. And now, after a GoFundMe campaign was launched, Leo will be able to undergo those sessions after over £1,000 was raised for him.

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