TikTok influencer Emilie Kiser has made her first public statement following the tragic death of her three-year-old son.

In May, Chandler Police were dispatched to the 26-year-old's property after receiving reports of a possible drowning. Upon arrival at the Arizona residence, located about 25 miles from Phoenix, they discovered the child had fallen into the family pool, suffering multiple injuries before being rescued from the water.

Responding officers immediately began CPR on the toddler, with paramedics taking over in a valiant effort to save the boy's life.

First responders determined that Trigg was in critical condition, and he was subsequently transported by ambulance to a nearby medical facility - Chandler Regional Hospital.

He was later airlifted to Phoenix Children’s Hospital, where he tragically died from his injuries just six days later, on May 18.

Kiser has now turned to social media (August 28) to share a heartfelt message with her 1.7 million followers on Instagram.

The full statement reads: "A loss of this magnitude is impossible to articulate. I've spent days, weeks, months trying to find the words and also taking the time needed to process the loss of my baby.

"Trigg is our baby and our best friend. The light and spirit he brought into this world were bright, pure, joyful, and undeniable. We miss him every second of every day, and moving forward often feels unbearable. I never imagined experiencing grief in this way or the pain of losing him so suddenly. It's a pain, heartache, and void that no family should ever have to endure.

"As Trigg's mother, I take full responsibility, and I know I should have done more to protect him. One of the hardest lessons I carry is realizing that a permanent pool fence could have saved his life, and it's something I will never overlook again. I hope amid this pain, Trigg's story will help prevent other children and families from enduring the same loss."

Kiser continued: "To our family: we couldn't have made it through this without you. The support you have shown us, the unconditional love, and the way you have been there for us is something we can never repay or thank you enough for. We truly have the most amazing and supportive friends and family who have, quite literally, carried us through this and continue to do so every day.

"To my audience and those who have supported us: I cannot express enough gratitude for the kind messages I have received, for the overwhelming love for our family, and for the support you have provided during these incredibly tough times.

"The only way through grief is to keep going, minute by minute, hour by hour, day by day, and every moment since that day I've done my best to keep picking myself up.

"When I began on social media in 2021 as a new mom, my goal was to connect with other moms and find a community. I have found that and so much more through all of you. I discovered a community, a hobby I love, and a job I am incredibly grateful for. I've always strived to be my authentic self on social media, sharing my everyday life honestly while being mindful of what I chose not to share. Through this tragedy, I've realized how online relationships often lack boundaries, particularly in safeguarding children's privacy."

She concluded the statement by writing: "Moving forward, I will be establishing more boundaries with what I share online.

"In the future, I hope to be in a place to share more about how I am navigating this grief, but for now, all I can say is thank you for the love, compassion, patience, and space you've given us to grieve. I am more grateful for it than words can ever express. Emilie."

If you have experienced a bereavement and would like to speak with someone in confidence, contact Cruse Bereavement Care via their national helpline on 0808 808 1677.