A 17-month-old boy died after swallowing a button battery on Christmas Eve and spending Christmas Day in hospital fighting for his life.
Mum Christine McMahon says she has been left devastated by the death of her son, Hugh
Christine said Hugh was rushed to hospital where doctors tried to save his life, but the battery did too much damage and he died in his parents' arms on Boxing Day.
Hugh's mum and dad are now asking bikers to form a funeral escort for their son's final journey, reports the Daily Record.
Motorbike riders will escort the cortege from Motherwell Baptist Church to Hugh's final resting place in Eastfields, Cumbernauld.
Trieda Hill, who owns Route 66 Motorcycle café, is organising the tribute.
She said: "Gorgeous Hugh sadly lost his life at only 17-months-old very suddenly on Boxing Day.
"He adored motorbikes and his family contacted me in the hope that a few motorcycle riders would give up some time to accompany the hearse from the church and then to the cemetery for his final farewell.
"If anyone could help make this happen for the McMahon's it would mean the world to all the family."
Mourners and riders will wear something blue in memory of Hugh.
Trieda added: "The family would like to thank you in advance to anyone who can make it on the day."
The UK Government launched a new safety campaign last year to warn parents of the danger of button batteries.
Button batteries are used to power everyday items including car key fobs, remotes, and children’s toys – but if swallowed, they can badly injure or kill.
Button batteries react with saliva to create caustic soda, which is the chemical often used to unblock drains.
Larger lithium ‘coin cell’ batteries (about the size of a five pence piece) are the most dangerous.
Act promptly if you suspect a child has swallowed a button battery
If you think your child has swallowed a button battery, take them straight to the nearest A&E department or call 999 for an ambulance.
Take the battery packaging, toy, or gadget if you can to help staff identify the battery.
Symptoms may not be obvious. Your child might be coughing, gagging, or drooling, or pointing to their throat or tummy.
Unclear or fluctuating symptoms mean it is important to be vigilant. Do not let your child eat or drink or make your child be sick.
