Saint Lucian Mother’s Determination Saves Her Baby’s Life

“He looked normal to me, but the doctors told me (you) will not be able to see it, but due to their profession, they can see it. But in my eyes, I was just seeing a perfect little boy, but unfortunately..” Sabina Louis. A Saint Lucian mother, Sabina Louis, has shared her heartwarming story of determination and resilience in saving the life of her one-month-old son, Saiyeem Valcin. She told her story in a video posted on the Facebook page of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Prime Minister, Dr. Ralph Gonsalves. Sabina’s journey began when she sought medical assistance for her unborn baby, ultimately leading her to Saint. Vincent to secure life-saving treatment. On July 28th, Sabina recalled going for a checkup at the Owen King European Union Hospital (OKEUH) due to concern about the lack of movement from baby Saiyeem in her womb. She disclosed that doctors discovered that Saiyeem’s head was larger than normal. Just three days later, on July 31st, she gave birth to Saiyeem, who appeared extremely pale. The doctors soon diagnosed him with hydrocephalus, a potentially fatal condition caused by excess fluid in the brain. Sabina shared her emotional struggle after hearing the diagnosis. “At...