A Parents journey to find essentials for their newborn babies.

Riya and her husband Jadav had longed for a baby, and after years of trying and medical intervention, they received the joyful news that they were expecting triplets.

Having moved to Australia from overseas, they had little in the way of a local support network. At five months into her pregnancy, Riya experienced complications and was hospitalized. Their three babies—Nira, Om, and Namya—were born at just 29 weeks, and despite the challenges, the couple embraced their two beautiful girls and charming boy with full hearts.

The early arrival of their children brought unexpected difficulties. Jadav was between jobs, leaving the couple with an unsteady income, and Riya had not yet officially begun maternity leave.

With all three newborns in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, the emotional and physical toll began to weigh heavily, especially as Baby Namya remained in the hospital longer than her siblings.  Without a strong community to lean on, the pressure of caring for premature triplets became overwhelming. 

During this critical time, the couple connected with our Practitioner, Claudia, who immediately provided material aid support. They hadn’t anticipated the sheer amount of formula, nappies, and clothes that caring for three newborns would require.

Thanks to the support from the Caroline Chisholm Society, Riya and Jadav were able to focus on their babies’ health without worrying about these essentials.

Now, a year later, the triplets have celebrated their first birthday. Riya and Jadav often share photos of their babies dressed in clothes provided by the Society, expressing their deep gratitude for the support that helped them through one of the most challenging periods of their lives.

The Caroline Chisholm Society continues to offer short-term material aid and support to families in need, helping bridge gaps until they are back on their feet and can provide for their families again.