Mother Demands Hospital Investigation After Newborn Dies at 5 Days
A mother is demanding investigation after her newborn died five days post-delivery, claiming hospital staff neglected care and were distracted during the critical day before the infant's death on July 21.
On July 27, a mother of a newborn who died five days after delivery spoke emotionally about the circumstances surrounding her infant's death, asserting that her child's condition had worsened since July 20, yet the hospital did not call to inform her until July 21 at approximately 9:00 a.m. Upon arriving at the hospital, she found approximately six nurses sitting together but no one attending to or allowing her into the ICU to see her child, forcing her to request access before being permitted inside.
The mother stated that had staff shown greater attention to her child that day, the infant might have survived, as the child was still treatable before dying the following day. She remains troubled by whether anything unusual occurred that led to her child's death.
Regarding CCTV footage, the mother requested a clear review of images, particularly those showing nurses opening the door to bring out wooden items and flowers before returning inside, to confirm that approximately six people were present inside eating food. She emphasized that neither she nor the child's father intended to accuse anyone but simply wanted the facts investigated, as the family believes what they have witnessed is true.
The mother also requested clear verification that persons appearing in the footage are the same individuals who accepted flowers and participated in the activities, without intending to harm anyone. She simply wants a straightforward factual investigation.
The mother expressed that she does not want other children to face the same situation her family experienced, calling for adults and relevant authorities to investigate and work to improve the system so such conduct does not occur again.
When asked about reports that the hospital may have held similar gatherings before, the mother said she would welcome the opportunity to speak with those involved to investigate what happened and who was responsible. She reiterated that she had no intent to accuse anyone and would not discuss matters that were untrue.
The mother also revealed that before delivery, during pregnancy she had undergone routine ultrasound examinations without finding any abnormalities reported by doctors, only issues with diabetes management. The doctor did not initially want the child to deliver prematurely. When she experienced abdominal pain, the hospital observed her condition, but when her amniotic fluid broke, delivery became necessary. The doctor had forewarned that the infant might be weak and would likely require ICU care.
On July 20 at approximately 11:00 a.m., the mother visited the hospital to check on her child's condition. The doctor and nurses reported that the infant was improving, could have medications adjusted, and breathing support reduced, which delighted the mother. She discussed with the child's father the possibility of transferring to a Bangkok hospital for continued treatment and a chance at recovery, both speaking of finally being able to feed their child.
After this, nursing staff informed the mother that the infant's supplies had run out and asked her to purchase items. The mother told the child's father to go shopping, fearing they would miss the afternoon 2 o'clock visiting hours. The mother returned to the hospital around 1:30 p.m. with the supplies.
However, upon entering the hospital, the mother said she detected the smell of food, and as she approached her child's bed, she witnessed staff members taking selfies and receiving flowers, with a dining table where people were eating positioned near the infant's bed.
