Clarke Carlisle has become a father months after being reported missing by his wife with the former Burnley defender welcoming his newly-born daughter to the world.
The 38-year-old's daughter is named Beau Angel Carlisle, weighing in at six pounds and 12 ounces.
Carlisle has battled with depression in recent years and attempted suicide in 2014 but now appears to be in a better place.
His wife Carrie said on social media: "The staff at Royal Preston Hospital were amazing in the face of what turned out to be a dramatic entrance when our little girl arrived very blue and with her chord wrapped around her neck.
"Just one more daily miracle from our wonderful NHS."
“Our baby is amazing," Carried told BBC Radio 5 live Daily. "We are utterly stunned by the whole experience. We are massively thankful for the tireless efforts of the Lancashire NHS Trust who have been absolutely incredible to us this year”
Carlisle is now fronting The Clarke Carlisle Foundation for Dual Diagnosis in order to better advance the discussion surrounding mental health.
Former Norwich City player Cedric Anselin has recently come out in tribute to Carlisle, stating that a phone call to him saved his life.