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News Press Conference at Birmingham Maternity Hospital, where It was reported earlier
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News Press Conference at Birmingham Maternity Hospital, where It was reported earlier
News Press Conference at Birmingham Maternity Hospital, where It was reported earlier today, 2nd October 1968, that Sheila Thorns from Birmingham underwent a Caesarean section early this morning during which six children - four boys and two girls - were delivered. In what was been hailed as the first recorded case of live sextuplets in Britain. All the babies were placed in incubators after being delivered. Twenty eight medical staff from Birmingham Maternity Hospital were present at the delivery. Three of the Thorns sextuplets survived, July, Susan & Roger, and went on to live healthy lives
Birmingham Post and Mail Archive
Mirrorpix
United Kingdom
BPM 68 5605
Media ID 21672648
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Babies Barry Thorns Births Fertility Treatment Medical Multiple Births Photocall Sextuplets Sheila Thorns
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Miracle at Birmingham Maternity Hospital: The Birth of Britain's First Sextuplets". In this print from October 2nd, 1968, we witness a historic moment at Birmingham Maternity Hospital. A news press conference is in full swing, as the remarkable story of Sheila Thorns unfolds before our eyes. Earlier that day, Sheila underwent a groundbreaking Caesarean section that resulted in the birth of six beautiful children – four boys and two girls. This extraordinary event marks the first recorded case of live sextuplets in Britain, making it an unforgettable milestone in medical history. As soon as they were delivered, all six babies were carefully placed into incubators to ensure their well-being. The delivery was nothing short of a herculean effort by the dedicated team of twenty-eight medical staff who worked tirelessly to bring these precious lives into the world. Their expertise and unwavering commitment undoubtedly played a crucial role in this miraculous outcome. Though faced with immense challenges right from their birth, three of the Thorns sextuplets - July, Susan & Roger - defied all odds and went on to lead healthy lives. Their resilience serves as an inspiration to us all. As we gaze upon this powerful image captured by Birmingham Post and Mail Archive's lens, let us celebrate not only the joyous arrival of these sextuplets but also acknowledge the advancements made in fertility treatments and medical science during this era. May their story continue to inspire hope for future generations.
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