Tamara Webb shares disappointment as Mater Dei visiting hours are still prohibited
She noted that visiting hours are still not allowed, despite other relaxation of measures.
As of Friday, the country will be returning to normal (relatively) with most measures being relaxed and people being allowed to go out and meet with people accordingly. However, Tamara Webb, who is expecting her first child, has expressed concern and disappointment at the measures currently in place for mothers going to give birth.
She seemed surprised by the fact that gatherings of up to 75 people are allowed, but a partner visiting a mother after giving birth isn’t since “visiting hours at Materdei are NOT ALLOWED.”
“If she’s there with her newborn for a week, that’s how long he has to wait to see them both. But! Don’t worry, he can go have a nice dinner with friends or hey, even attend a party under 70ppl before they both come home,” she says.
“As part of our robust COVID19 prevention and control, we are temporarily suspending our visiting hours,” the Mater Dei section on the health website reads. “These restrictions may be difficult for patients and their loved ones, but Mater Dei Hospital is taking these necessary steps to protect patients and staff. This policy is temporary and is being done to safeguard the health of our patients.” The notice was lasted updated on 27th April and “all information accurate at this time.”
“This policy does not apply when visiting children and in other extraordinary situations. In these circumstances, our nursing staff will advise relatives accordingly.” A representative at Mater Dei indeed confirmed that no visitors are allowed in at the moment.