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Proud father, Barry Thorns, at Birmingham Maternity Hospital
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Proud father, Barry Thorns, at Birmingham Maternity Hospital
Proud father, Barry Thorns, 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
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Media ID 21672698
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Babies Barry Thorns Births Fertility Treatment Medical Multiple Births Sextuplets Sheila Thorns
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Proud Father Celebrates Miracle Sextuplet Birth at Birmingham Maternity Hospital
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. In this photo print, we witness the sheer joy and pride radiating from Barry Thorns, a doting father who just experienced an extraordinary event. On October 2nd, 1968, amidst great anticipation and hope, Sheila Thorns underwent a groundbreaking Caesarean section at Birmingham Maternity Hospital. The medical world stood in awe as six beautiful children entered the world - four bouncing boys and two precious girls. This remarkable occurrence marked the first recorded case of live sextuplets in Britain's history, making it an unforgettable moment for both medical professionals and the entire nation. As soon as they were born, these tiny miracles were immediately placed into incubators to ensure their well-being. The delivery room was abuzz with twenty-eight dedicated medical staff from Birmingham Maternity Hospital who worked tirelessly to bring these babies safely into the world. Although not all six infants could overcome the challenges that come with such multiple births, three of them - July, Susan & Roger - defied all odds and went on to lead healthy lives filled with love and happiness. This heartwarming image captures Barry Thorns' immense pride as he stands tall beside his wife Sheila's bedside. It serves as a testament to human resilience and showcases how advancements in fertility treatments like IVF can create miracles beyond imagination. As we reflect upon this historic moment captured by Memory Lane Prints from the Birmingham Post and Mail Archive, let us celebrate not only
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