Lennox Moles was born prematurely at just 25 weeks, weighing only 800 grams. To prevent hypothermia, doctors at The Royal Women’s Hospital in Melbourne placed him in a plastic bag immediately after birth—a standard practice for preterm babies who struggle to regulate body temperature.

His mother, Lilly Munro, described the moment as overwhelming. “It was confronting,” she told Daily Mail Australia, recalling how her fragile baby was whisked away.

Born on February 29 after a difficult labor, Lennox spent 111 days in the hospital, battling life-threatening conditions. With just a 50% survival rate at his stage of development, he required multiple blood transfusions and faced respiratory complications. His parents, Lilly and Brodie Moles, dedicated themselves to his survival, making constant hospital visits and quitting their jobs to provide breast milk and support.

Financial struggles hit hard. Falling behind on rent and bills, they launched a GoFundMe campaign, raising over $5,000 for expenses and Lennox’s ongoing care. Despite their hardships, the family remains grateful to the hospital’s neonatal team.

“These doctors and nurses go above and beyond,” Ms. Munro shared, hoping to raise awareness for the world-class care that saved her “miracle baby.”