UK Baby Who Underwent Pioneering Spina Bifida In-Womb Surgery Celebrates First Birthday

(The Christian Institute) — A baby in England who underwent pioneering in-womb spina bifida surgery has celebrated her first birthday at home in lockdown.

Kieron and Bethan Simpson from Essex refused to have an abortion after their daughter was diagnosed with the condition.

Bethan described Elouise as “happy and smiley” and said her future is as “bright as any baby.” …

Bethan underwent a four-hour operation at 25 weeks, during which her womb was opened and a series of tiny stitches were used to close the gap in Elouise’s spine.

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