I entered
hospital the evening prior to the birth. I have always had my children
in a private hospital. I had requested share accommodation but
unfortunately this was not available - only a private room or a ward. I
did not feel that I wanted to be in a ward following the operation so opted for
a private room.
My anaesthetist
came in to prepare me for the operation - I have always had general anaesthetics.
I had a reasonable night. Still wondering whether I was going to survive
this operation. The next morning I was taken to theatre to
deliver my child. My husband and youngest daughter waited outside for the
news - a boy or a girl.
Our baby was
delivered at 8.30 am on the 16th July 1985. He weighed 6lbs (2.760g) and
was 19 inches in length. The tubal ligation was performed.
Ben's
short life
Photos of Ben
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