GEORDIE Shore star Aaron Chalmers' ex has heartbreakingly revealed their son may need a wheelchair as she gave an emotional update on his progress.
Talia Oatway admitted she "cries a lot" and feels "overwhelmed" over son Oakley's Apert Syndrome, a genetic disorder that causes fusion of the skull, hands, and feet bones.
Recently, the 33-year-old told how the three-year-old tot had undergone a gruelling seven hour surgery on his hand.
Initially, she sparked concern after revealing their son couldn't stop being sick ahead of his crucial operation.
She also previously took to Instagram to post a proud video of her son taking his first steps and shared an update with her followers.
Now Talia has laid bare her emotions in a new question and answer session on Instagram, where one fan mused: "You are a great woman, a strong, very strong, woman."
She replied and put: "Thank you, I honestly don't think I'm strong.
"I am very emotional at times.
"I cry a lot especially in situations where I can't get my point across or when I'm overwhelmed.
"I have tried to hold my emotions in as much as I can especially when the kids are around."
One fan then told how Oakley was doing "amazing" as he walked on his own.
Revealing his exact situation Talia, who found fame thanks to her relationship with MTV reality star turned MMA fighter Aaron, wrote: "Ah thank you, he will only walk outside for a very very short time (like a few minutes) at home he walks more.
"The bones on the bottom of his feet are becoming more prominent, which is where I need to keep an eye on.
"A lot of Apert children require feet surgery and depend on wheelchairs at times.
"This is due to the bones on the bottom of their feet causing pain up to their backs.
"He really is doing amazing."
In June last year Oakley underwent emergency surgery after a hole was found in his skull, causing brain fluid to leak out.
He was forced to stay in hospital for more than five weeks and Talia later revealed the surgery had suffered complications.
The broke up in December 2022 after five years together following a series of rows.
Talia has since been documenting Oakley's medical journey on social media, receiving a host of well-wishes and support from followers.
