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The Early Birth Association (EBA) which helps babies and their families in the Special Care Baby Unit at the Princess Royal Hospital and Trevor Mann Baby Unit at the Royal Sussex County Hospital is calling for support.

Due to the unprecedented times from the threat of coronavirus, the number of visitors allowed on both baby units has been limited.

This has meant that some parents are unable to be with their babies during what is already an unimaginably difficult time.

The EBA is now calling out to members of the public who can help them fund five iPads across both units so parents can remain virtually in touch with their baby’s progress.

Trevor Mann Baby Unit consultant Cassie Lawn with parents

Claire Hunt, neonatal matron at the Trevor Mann Baby Unit, said: “Having a poorly newborn baby is incredibly difficult in any circumstances, but with the current restrictions, parents are finding themselves cut off from their child’s precious first moments and from being an active part of their care.

“Through funds raised by

Appeal to help baby units at Brighton and Haywards Heath hospitals