New moms showered with gifts at Port Shepstone Regional Hospital
Hampers contained essential baby items such as soap, powder, towels, oil and nappies, as well as cosmetic bags with personal care items for the mothers.
Jubilation filled the maternity wards of Port Shepstone Regional Hospital as new mothers were surprised by a visit from KwaZulu-Natal Legislature speaker, Nontembeko Boyce recently.
Boyce, who hails from Margate, did not come empty-handed, as she showered new moms with gifts. These gifts warmed the hearts of mothers who could not spend Christmas and New Year’s Day with their families.
She remarked that the birth of their babies reflected the growth of the KZN population and the country at large, a development that inspires pride. She further highlighted the importance of mothers pursuing their career aspirations while remaining committed to raising a healthy nation by adhering to clinical guidance throughout their babies’ developmental stages.
During the visit, the speaker distributed hampers to 99 patients across the wards. Baby hampers contained essential items such as soap, powder, towels, baby oil and nappies, while mothers received cosmetic bags stocked with practical personal care items. Both patients and staff warmly appreciated the initiative.
Hospital PRO Phumza Morai, said Boyce visited the hospital’s Obstetrics, Antenatal, Post-Natal and Paediatric wards to share festive goodwill. During her visit, she engaged with mothers and healthcare workers, offering encouragement and support.”
Morai said the festive atmosphere continued with the safe delivery of six Christmas babies – five girls and one boy. This was followed by the birth of 11 New Year’s babies, comprising five boys and six girls. All deliveries were conducted safely, through both normal and caesarean births.
The hospital’s CEO, Zakanzima Mbethe, noted that the births symbolised hope and new beginnings for communities.
He applauded staff for their unwavering service during the busy festive season. He further congratulated all families on their new-born babies and reaffirmed the hospital’s commitment to providing quality maternal and neonatal care.
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