THE arrival of the triplets to the Ntuli family has become more of a burden instead of bringing them joy.
The 30 year old mother of one, Zandile Ntuli from Mfongosi Reserve, Nkandla gave birth not to one, but three baby girls at Ekombe Hospital, on 21 August.
The unemployed Ntuli lives with her also unemployed boyfriend, and they also have a 10 year old child.
‘I know that I am poor, but I’m not prepared to give away my children, who are my gift from God.’ Ekombe Hospital donated food hampers and baby clothes. The unemployed children’s father couldn’t hold back his tears after meeting his three tiny girls for the first time.
‘I would like to pass my gratitude to Ekombe Hospital and its staff for all they have done for my family,’ said S’fiso Molefe, wiping tears of joy.
After spending more than a month at Ekombe Hospital, because the doctors had to take precautions due to their weight, the girls were discharged on the 23 September, and are now happily back home with their parents.
‘Unfortunately though, for the unemployed parents more help is needed to maintain the now exploded family of six, as the three new-born girls are in constant need of medical attention, food and clothing,’ said Ekombe Hospital PRO Philani Mhlungu.
