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Staff at Birmingham Maternity Hospital, where It was reported earlier yesterday
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Staff at Birmingham Maternity Hospital, where It was reported earlier yesterday
Staff at Birmingham Maternity Hospital, where It was reported earlier yesterday, 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 5611
Media ID 21672766
© Mirrorpix
Babies Barry Thorns Births Fertility Treatment Medical Multiple Births Sextuplets Sheila Thorns
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Miracle at Birmingham Maternity Hospital - The Birth of the Thorns Sextuplets
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. In this print from 2nd October 1968, we witness an extraordinary moment in medical history. Staff members at Birmingham Maternity Hospital gather around Sheila Thorns, a courageous woman who underwent a groundbreaking Caesarean section earlier that morning. Astonishingly, six beautiful children - four boys and two girls - were safely delivered into the world. This remarkable event marks the first recorded case of live sextuplets in Britain, igniting hope and excitement among medical professionals and families alike. As soon as they entered this world, these precious babies were placed in incubators to ensure their well-being. The delivery room was filled with awe-inspiring dedication as twenty-eight skilled medical staff worked tirelessly to bring these miracles into existence. Although only three of the Thorns sextuplets—July, Susan & Roger—survived beyond birth, they went on to lead healthy lives that would inspire countless others. This poignant image captures not just a historic milestone but also represents advancements in fertility treatment and IVF techniques during the 1960s. It serves as a testament to human resilience and showcases the unwavering commitment of healthcare professionals towards nurturing life. As we gaze upon this photograph from Memory Lane Prints by Birmingham Post and Mail Archive, let us celebrate the triumphs achieved through science while cherishing those brave individuals whose stories continue to touch our hearts today.
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