In a heartfelt display of solidarity, Jesy Nelson's former fiancé Zion Foster has extended his support to the singer following the couple's reported separation, which came after their twin daughters received a devastating medical diagnosis. The 34-year-old former Little Mix star revealed that her eight-month-old babies, Story Monroe and Ocean Jade, were diagnosed at birth with Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 1, a rare genetic condition that leads to progressive muscle weakness and atrophy.
A Rollercoaster Year Documented
Despite reports confirming the end of their romantic relationship, Foster took to Instagram on Friday to reflect on what he described as a tumultuous year for the family. The 26-year-old rapper, who became engaged to Nelson in September 2025, shared an emotional message acknowledging the many traumatic moments they have faced together as a unit.
Foster wrote: 'It's finally here, coming to your screens via Prime Video and Navy Bee TV. The past year and a half has been a rollercoaster. When Jesy Nelson and I started this project we couldn't see the road ahead, but to see how it all played out and having it filmed simply feels like God's plan. The show is raw, authentic and honest.'
Navigating Parenthood Under Pressure
He continued with poignant honesty about their family's challenges: 'As a new family we were under immense pressure and stress. A lot of traumatic moments but nonetheless we made it here today. I believe this is only the beginning of our journey. Praying for clarity, peace and growth so we can continue to navigate the challenges we face; and give Ocean and Story the best support system possible. God's in control.'
Sources close to the couple have confirmed that while their romantic relationship has ended, they remain committed to co-parenting their daughters. An insider revealed: 'She and Zion remain friends and are fully focused on their daughters. Their priority continues to be the well-being of their daughters. They are fully united in co-parenting.'
Documenting the Journey to Motherhood
The couple's journey to parenthood and the challenges they have faced will be documented in Nelson's upcoming Amazon documentary, Jesy Nelson: Life After Little Mix, scheduled for release on February 13. The documentary promises to offer an intimate look at what Nelson has described as the most painful period of her life.
In the trailer for the documentary, Nelson becomes emotional while discussing her departure from Little Mix, the girl group that catapulted her to fame after winning The X Factor in 2011 alongside bandmates Leigh-Anne Pinnock, Jade Thirlwall, and Perrie Edwards. She reveals: 'I have never spoken about this. I just always wanted to entertain people. It felt magical and then it very quickly isn't. I have just always stayed quiet because I was the one that left.'
Pregnancy Complications and Diagnosis
The documentary series charts Nelson's difficult pregnancy journey, during which she experienced complications including Twin-to-Twin Transfusion Syndrome, a rare and potentially life-threatening condition. The series also covers the birth of her twin daughters and their subsequent SMA Type 1 diagnosis.
Considered the most severe form of Spinal Muscular Atrophy, Type 1 symptoms typically appear in infancy and include:
- Extreme muscle weakness
- Difficulties with swallowing
- Respiratory issues
In the documentary trailer, Nelson's mother Janice comments after witnessing her daughter's pregnancy struggles: 'If something was to go wrong now. I dread to think what it would be like' – unaware of the diagnosis that would follow.
Advocacy and Moving Forward
Following her daughters' diagnosis, Nelson has become an advocate for SMA Type 1 screening at birth. She has started a petition to have the condition added to the newborn blood spot screening test, commonly known as the heel prick test, which could lead to earlier diagnosis and intervention for affected infants.
The documentary synopsis describes the series as following Nelson through 'the emotional rollercoaster of pregnancy complications, including Twin-to-Twin Transfusion Syndrome, a rare and potentially life-threatening condition' while also exploring her journey through motherhood amidst these significant health challenges.
Despite the personal and medical challenges facing the family, both Nelson and Foster appear determined to provide the best possible support system for their daughters while navigating their new relationship as co-parents rather than romantic partners.
