A remarkable event unfolded at Havana's Ramón González Coro Gynecobstetric Hospital, witnessing the simultaneous births of triplets and twins.
"The triplets and twins are in excellent health, basking in the warmth of their families in the Skin-to-Skin Room. They are expected to be discharged soon after receiving specialized care for several days in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. The parents are overjoyed with their multiple blessings," announced the hospital on Facebook, without providing further details.
In a nation where carrying a pregnancy to term is akin to running a marathon, amidst power outages, shortages, and daily struggles, delivering triplets presents a substantial challenge. Just a month ago, the hospital reported a similar occurrence.
According to medical data, natural triplet births occur in approximately one out of every 7,000 to 10,000 pregnancies, making this delivery an extraordinary event for Havana's maternity scene.
However, beyond the familial joy, these births occur against a backdrop of severe economic and health crises in Cuba, where thousands of pregnant women grapple with limited access to food, medicine, and transportation, in a healthcare system that is increasingly falling apart.
In this context, bringing a pregnancy to term has become an exercise in perseverance and hope, particularly for Cuban mothers navigating their pregnancies amidst scarcity.
Understanding the Challenges of Multiple Births in Cuba
How common are triplet births in Cuba?
Triplet births naturally occur in one out of every 7,000 to 10,000 pregnancies, making them a rare and exceptional event in Cuba.
What challenges do pregnant women face in Cuba?
Pregnant women in Cuba face numerous challenges, including access to food, medicine, and transportation, all exacerbated by the country's ongoing economic and healthcare crises.