Tiny babies, big love

Zululanders are encouraged to help make a difference to our tiniest fighters!

In recognition of International World Prematurity Day on 15 November, Addison Medical Centre is collecting special items to support premature babies.

Their soft tentacles resemble the umbilical cord and can provide comfort to premature babies. (The pattern is available from reception if needed or can be found on YouTube.)

Small, soft blankets suitable for premature babies

• Very small preemie blanket 30 × 40cm• Small preemie blanket 40 × 55cm• Larger preemie blanket 50 × 60cm

Tiny knitted or crocheted booties to keep little feet warm

• Very tiny preemie 4–5cm• Small preemie 5–6cm• Larger preemie 6–7cmBeanies to keep little heads warm

Tiny preemie 19–22cm 8–9cmSmall preemie 22–25cm 9–10cmMedium preemie 25–28cm 10–12cmLarger preemie 28–30cm 12–13cm

Every little contribution is a gesture of love for a very little life. Donors are advised to wash item/s and place in a clean sealed bag.

Donations can be dropped off at the Addison Medical Centre, 5 Addison Street, Empangeni.

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