Rebecca Round and Russ Dodd began fundraising in memory of their son Noah, and have donated nearly £5,000 for a BiliCocoon phototherapy system, which uses light to treat neonatal jaundice without compromising the relationship between mother and baby.

Noah was born eight weeks early in August 2021, and passed away when he was just a few weeks old after developing a respiratory condition.

The family, including Noah’s four-year-old brother Caleb, began fundraising in his memory, with a number of events and activities that have so far generated around £7,500.

Rebecca said: “Our hospital in Barrow and team in the Special Care Baby Unit were outstanding, and second to none.

“Even when Noah was being treated at other hospitals we could phone the unit at any time and they would answer our questions. They’re amazing, all of them.

“We cannot even put into words just how much we appreciated everything those girls on the unit did for Noah and ourselves. It will certainly never be forgotten.”

Money raised by the family has been donated to the SCBU through Bay Hospitals Charity, which funds the latest equipment for University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust to help make patients more comfortable and ensure they get the best possible care and treatment.

Rebecca said: “Knowing that what we’re doing is helping to buy things like this for the unit makes a massive difference to us.”

Money was raised via a GoFundMe appeal, as well as a raffle and an Easter family fun day at Vickerstown Cricket Club.

More fund-raising events are planned, including a summer concert at the cricket club on Sunday 14 August, and more events for Halloween and Christmas.

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust Executive Chief Nurse Bridget Lees said: “I’m so sorry to hear of the loss of Noah. Rebecca, Russ and Caleb have been incredibly brave, and we really appreciate their support for the SCBU.

“This piece of equipment will make a huge difference to mums and babies in the unit – Noah’s family is making an amazing contribution in his name.”

To make a donation, visit gofundme.com/f/Our-Angel-Noah

To donate and support your local NHS hospital, contact Bay Hospitals Charity on 01524 516064 or email [email protected]