For the Dedicated Staff at St Mary’s Hospital, Manchester
“Won’t survive the birth” they said
“Not a viable baby”
But St Mary’s gave her a chance of life
Under the care of Dr Dady
It’s been a rollercoaster ride
Just as Bibian explained
One step forward, two steps back
It’s enough to drive anyone insane!
“Every day is a bonus” we heard
“Take each day as it comes”
We could always rely on the staff for support
And of course, the other mums
I’d sit and cry – then cry some more
Emotions running wild
Self pity and anger, joy and pain
Frustration – why my child?
The days turned into weeks
The weeks into months
There were times we thought we’d lose her
But she never gave up, not once
The staff never gave up either
Willing her to pull through
They have become our heroes
And we want to say a big Thank You
Words cannot express the depth of emotion we feel
Some will say you just did your job
But you saved our little girl
Pearl Pope, Mum to Heather Leigh
Born at 23 Weeks