The Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH) began 2025 with a joyful and heartwarming celebration as it welcomed the first baby of the year, marking an unforgettable moment for the hospital and the parents. The baby, named Olafa, was born at 2:12 PM, bringing immense happiness to the family of Olanrewaju and Oluwatoyin Olafa, who had patiently waited for 11 years to embrace their bundle of joy.
Baby Olafa, a healthy girl, weighed 2.25 kg at birth, making her arrival even more special for her parents, who had endured years of anticipation. The birth not only brought joy to the Olafa family but was also a reason for celebration for the medical team at LASUTH, whose dedication made this moment possible.
The celebration continued with words of congratulations from the Deputy Chairman of the Medical Advisory Committee for Clinical Services, Dr. Olayinka Olawoye, who represented the Chief Medical Director of LASUTH, Professor Adetokunbo O. Fabamwo. Dr. Olawoye expressed his delight at the occasion and offered prayers for Baby Olafa’s future, hoping it would be filled with blessings and joy.
“This is a significant moment for the family and for LASUTH. We are committed to ensuring safe deliveries and excellent healthcare for mothers and newborns,” said Dr. Olawoye, acknowledging the importance of the event not only to the Olafa family but also to the hospital's commitment to quality healthcare services.
To celebrate this beautiful occasion, LASUTH presented the Olafa family with gifts, including essential baby items such as diapers and a baby bath set. These thoughtful gifts were a symbol of the hospital's dedication to supporting families during such significant life events.
Dr. Olawoye also took a moment to commend the medical team at LASUTH for their continuous commitment to delivering exceptional healthcare, particularly in maternal and child health services. He emphasized the hospital's role in ensuring the health and well-being of mothers and newborns, underscoring the importance of such milestones in the hospital's history.
The parents, Mr. and Mrs. Olafa, were overwhelmed with joy and gratitude, as they expressed their heartfelt thanks to both the LASUTH team and God for the successful birth of their baby. “We thank God and the LASUTH team for making this moment unforgettable. Baby Olafa is truly a blessing,” the couple shared, filled with joy and appreciation for the care they received.
The birth of Baby Olafa represents not only a personal victory for the Olafa family but also a beacon of hope and positivity, ushering in the new year with happiness and joy. LASUTH reaffirms its commitment to excellence in healthcare and looks forward to creating more heartwarming moments for families in the future, continuing to be a beacon of hope in maternal and child health.
