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Baby boy seen here just after birth at Plaistow Maternity Hospital. He weighed 9lbs 7oz
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Baby boy seen here just after birth at Plaistow Maternity Hospital. He weighed 9lbs 7oz
Baby boy seen here just after birth at Plaistow Maternity Hospital. He weighed 9lbs 7oz. June 1968
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Doreen Spooner
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
London
Greater London
England
Media ID 21317849
© Mirrorpix
Baby Crying Hospital Medical Newborn Nurse Upside Down Umbilical Cord
EDITORS COMMENTS
Capturing the raw emotions of a precious moment, this print takes us back to June 1968 at Plaistow Maternity Hospital. In the frame, we see a baby boy just moments after his birth, weighing an impressive 9lbs 7oz. The image beautifully portrays the vulnerability and innocence of a newborn child entering the world. The black and white composition adds a timeless quality to this snapshot from the past. The baby's tiny face is scrunched up in tears, conveying both discomfort and wonderment as he adjusts to his new surroundings. A nurse gently cradles him, ensuring his safety and well-being during these crucial first moments of life. Glenn Hollman's skilled photography captures every detail with precision - from the delicate umbilical cord still attached to the baby's belly to his upside-down position that symbolizes how everything has been turned topsy-turvy for him since leaving the womb. This photograph by Doreen Spooner evokes nostalgia for an era when childbirth was documented with simplicity yet profound significance. It serves as a reminder of our shared humanity and the universal experience of bringing new life into this world. As we gaze upon this remarkable image, let us reflect on our own beginnings and appreciate all those who dedicate their lives to caring for mothers and babies in hospitals like Plaistow Maternity Hospital.
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