Caring 4 Kids - Kira and Rebekah

Twins Kira and Rebekah were born three months early weighing just over 2lb.

Mum Kay says “Having the girls so early was frightening, but when we were transferred to Salisbury NICU it felt as if we had come home. The staff were so friendly and helpful and encouraged us to handle the girls and do as much as we could for them ourselves. We took the girls home after just nine weeks in hospital - we would not have been able to do this without the guidance and support of the brilliant staff at Salisbury NICU.

“The new Unit and the facilities that the Stars Appeal is raising money for are really important. It will make such a difference for parents to be able to stay at the Unit overnight and be close to their babies before bringing them home. The current NICU is very cramped, so a new unit, with a lighter and brighter environment will make things much easier for everyone.”

“Kira and Rebekah turned three in August. Looking at them now you wouldn’t know what a difficult start they had. They both go to nursery where they are thriving and learning really fast. We’ll always be grateful for the care we received at Salisbury NICU and are going to continue supporting the Stars Appeal so that, in future, families like us will receive care in much improved surroundings.”

"I feel privileged to head up the Stars Appeal, and to be at the heart of something which will touch so many lives"

The Earl of Pembroke
President of the Stars Appeal

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