A new generation of ‘boomers’ are entering the world, with Mater Private Hospital Mackay breaking records last month, with 50 newborns welcomed at the North Mackay maternity service.
While it could be the result of lockdowns and lack of travel resulting in the flourish of births, Mater Private Hospital Mackay Executive Officer Elizabeth Thomas said a number of factors could be in the mix.
“There could be a variety of reasons for the increase in the number of babies, including a rise people moving to the region for work in the resources sector or more couples seeking a private hospital experience for their birth,” she said.
“It could also be a pure coincidence. Whatever the reason, it’s exciting to have so many new babies and mums filling our maternity wards.”
Hospital midwife Amy Kinlyside contributed to the record-breaking cohort with her baby boy, Hayes, amongst 25 boys born during the month of May.
In reversal of her usual role, Mrs Kinlyside, 28, said she was excited to be one of the mums creating the May baby boom at Mater.
“Sometimes the knowledge of being a midwife can make the birth hard, but knowing the other midwives personally made me feel safe and made the experience great,” said Mrs Kinlyside, a mother of three.
“I feel like it makes my place at Mater even more special.
“I’ve worked in a lot of different areas during my 11 years working at the hospital and being a midwife is my favourite position. I enjoy helping parents with their new babies and bringing new life into the world.”
Mater Private Hospital Mackay Executive Officer Elizabeth Thomas said the baby boom was unusual at this time of year.
“We usually see 35 - 37 babies born a month, but 50 is definitely the highest number we’ve seen in a very long time,” Ms Thomas said.
“We usually see high numbers around September, October and December so to have such a large number in May is really unusual.”
Baby Hayes and his mother, Amy Kinlyside, contributed to the record-number of babies born at Mater Private Hospital Mackay last month. Photos supplied
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