Grandma, 74, distressed after daughter dies during childbirth: "Left me with grandson"

  • Rose Siah, a 74-year-old grandmother, cradled her newborn grandchild in her frail arms as she tried to comfort him whenever he cried
  • The one-week-old baby lost his mother during childbirth, leaving him in the care of his grieving and weak grandmother
  • Social media users sympathised with the elderly woman after she appealed to well-wishers for financial support and basic supplies to help her care for the newborn

It is often considered a miracle when a pregnant woman enters the delivery ward and safely welcomes her child into the world, as childbirth can sometimes be accompanied by life-threatening complications.

A portrait of a village African woman with a child telling stories and listening at sunset. Photo for illustration. Photo: Getty Images/poco_bw.
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Rose Siah is struggling to come to terms with the death of her beloved daughter, who left behind a beautiful baby boy.

Her daughter sadly died while giving birth at the hospital, raising questions about the medical care she received.

“Ma. Rose Siah, a 74-year-old grandmother, is appealing for assistance as she cares for her one-week-old grandchild following the tragic death of the baby’s mother at the gate of Redemption Hospital amid allegations of negligence,” the post read.

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Rose Siah tries to soothe newborn baby

A video captured the emotional moment Siah attempted to soothe the crying infant, touching the hearts of many social media users.

Grief was written across her face as she looked lovingly at her grandson, knowing he would grow up without ever knowing his mother.

“I am trying. There is no food, and I do not have money. I am seeking help from people online to care for my grandchild,” she said.

The video also showed the family’s living conditions, revealing that they reside in an old, dilapidated house with very few possessions.

Netizens sympathise with Rose Siah

Siah’s plight and difficult circumstances moved many people, who flocked to the comment section to share emotional messages.

karbehr:

“I might be wrong for asking, but where is the father and his family? This is heartbreaking.”

rufino.afropong:

“If you have any information on how to help the baby, please reach out to me. May God protect that child.”

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hen1133:

“@LiberiaInfluence, please text me her exact location or area. I’ll try calling her also. Thanks for the information. Such an innocent child!”

tarloh_official:

“In my opinion, somebody has to start suing these hospitals in our country. It’s 2026, and thousands of women are still dying during childbirth due to alleged neglect by hospitals and their staff.”

john12345678458:

“Oh my God, that poor lady having to care for her grandchild. May God protect her. What a beautiful baby.”

boyonnoh54:

“Ma, I am sorry for the loss of your daughter. But where are all the churches, pastors, and Christian women in the community? They need to step up and help now.”

wonutee:

“The only help we can give is to advise that the child be placed for adoption or cared for by the father. Not everyone is willing or able to support a child until adulthood.”

Mary Yaduyan died after giving birth to five children.
Mary Yaduyan died after giving birth to five children. Photo: Hamza S. Mohammed.
Source: Facebook

Woman dies after giving birth to five babies

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In another story, Mary Yaduyan waited for more than 10 years to become a mother, and her patience was rewarded when she gave birth to five babies at once.

The 45-year-old woman welcomed five boys, but her joy was tragically short-lived as she passed away just hours after giving birth.

Social media users flocked to the comment section, sharing emotional messages as they struggled to come to terms with the heartbreaking news.

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