A video of a father singing to his dying newborn is being shared across the world. His wife passed away in her sleep following the birth of their child.

Ashley Picco died following an emergency caesarean section at Loma Linda University Children’s Hospital in California. The video was filmed after she passed away.

In it, Chris Picco sings Blackbird by the Beatles to his son, Lennon.

Chris has now set up a memorial fund for his wife and child. He posted the following statement to the page:

Dear friends, family, and supporters; it is with an unbelievably heavy heart that I write this.

My little fighter, Lennon James Picco went to sleep in his daddy’s arms late last night.

He was surrounded by family, friends, and the best doctors, nurses and hospital staff in the world.

He was dressed in an outfit that Ashley bought for him, with little guitars on it, and wrapped in a blanket made by a dear friend.

I am so thankful for the four unforgettable days I got to spend with him.

His mommy would have been so beyond joy to see him and to hold him, touch him, bathe him, sing to him - as I have had the privilege of doing.

I have been so blessed and honored to love him before he was formed, to cherish him while mommy carried him, meet him face to precious face, and hold his perfect little body while we said “goodbye for now”.

There are no words, but I wanted to keep you updated, as your love and support has meant more than anything in the world.

All you need is love.