This special gallery of new-borns and their parents is compiled from visits to Wigan Infirmary’s maternity unit by Observer photographers in 2011.
They’ll be all grown up now.
37. Sandy Farnworth, Wigan Road, Hindley with baby Jorja Mae Farnworth, weighing 7lb 5oz
. Photo: Paul Greenwood
38. Lucy Swanson and James Widdas, from The Glade, Shevington, with Isobel Grace Widdas, weighing 4lb 14oz
. Photo: Nick Fairhurst
39. Elizabeth Davies, from North Street, Ashton, with Holly Anne, weighing 8lb 8oz
. Photo: Nick Fairhurst
40. Ryan Halliwell, of Beverley Close, Poolstock with baby Lois Haliwell, weighing 7lb 11oz
. Photo: Paul Greenwood
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