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Thorns Family Home, 2nd October 1968. Sheila Thorns from Birmingham underwent a Caesarean
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Thorns Family Home, 2nd October 1968. Sheila Thorns from Birmingham underwent a Caesarean
Thorns Family Home, 2nd October 1968. 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 5741
Media ID 21672728
© Mirrorpix
Babies Barry Thorns Births Fertility Treatment Medical Multiple Births Sextuplets Sheila Thorns
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Miracle of Life - The Thorns Sextuplets, a Triumph of Medical Science
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. In this print from October 2nd, 1968, we witness the extraordinary journey of Sheila Thorns from Birmingham as she undergoes a groundbreaking Caesarean section. This historic moment marked the birth of six beautiful children - four boys and two girls - making it the first recorded case of live sextuplets in Britain. The image captures the resilience and dedication of twenty-eight medical staff from Birmingham Maternity Hospital who were present during this remarkable delivery. With great care and expertise, they ensured that all six babies were swiftly placed into incubators after their arrival. Although faced with immense challenges, three of the Thorns sextuplets defied all odds and emerged as survivors. July, Susan, and Roger would go on to lead healthy lives filled with love and joy. This photograph not only commemorates an incredible milestone in medical history but also celebrates the strength and determination exhibited by both Sheila Thorns and her courageous children. It serves as a reminder that even amidst adversity, miracles can happen. As we reflect upon this snapshot from Memory Lane Prints' collection, let us honor the unwavering spirit of hope that resides within each one of us. May it inspire future generations to push boundaries in science and medicine while cherishing life's precious moments.
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