Angela Kenney and Gordon Campbell presented the maternity unit with two Cuddle Cots. These cots allow parents of stillborn babies to have more time to say goodbye.
The couple shared their story to raise funds and as a tribute to their son Arran who was born asleep on 1 July 2020.
Angela was 37 weeks and two days pregnant when she went for an appointment where they were to agree a date for her Caesarean section. However, tragedy struck when the maternity team could not locate Arran’s heartbeat.
After being taken to University Hospital Wishaw, it was confirmed that Arran’s heart was no longer beating. The section to deliver Arran went ahead the following day.
Angela said: “The staff are a tremendous support through this most difficult journey. The compassion and support they gave us during the worst time of our lives will never be forgotten.
“It wasn’t just the midwifery staff, the domestic staff and Harry, the chaplain, made sure we had all these memories. Our midwife, Jane Hunter, took photos of Arran and arranged a naming ceremony which is something that we will treasure forever. We are so grateful to them.”
Gordon added: “At the time I didn’t think I wanted the staff to take photos of Arran but I am so glad that they did. We have beautiful pictures of Arran for his brother to look at and we have pictures and reminders of him around our house.
Cheryl Clark, chief midwife, added: “I would like to thank Angela and Gordon for their selfless donation. They have been through so much grief and still they thought of others. Their gift will support so many families for years to come and it is a wonderful tribute to Arran.”
