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De-compression maternity suit. Mrs Jane Sparkes, 22, in the de-compression maternity suit
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De-compression maternity suit. Mrs Jane Sparkes, 22, in the de-compression maternity suit
De-compression maternity suit. Mrs Jane Sparkes, 22, in the de-compression maternity suit during treatment. Jane Sparkes gets her first taste of the birth suit. Jane gave up her job as a nurse when she became pregnant six months ago. She is expecting her first baby. Janes reaction to the suit: " It felt marvellous". This experimental suit is still in the pioneer stage. It was put together by engineer Neil Evans using a domestic vacuum cleaner, cycle wheel runs, dress zips, elastic trouser supports and a length of plastic. The suit lifts pressure off the womb. The hope is to produce a highly intelligent child. 21st April 1967
Frank Charman
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
United Kingdom
DM X3793
Media ID 21816046
© Mirrorpix
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Capturing the Spirit of Innovation: Mrs. Jane Sparkes Embraces the De-compression Maternity Suit". In this photo print, we witness a pioneering moment in medical history as Mrs. Jane Sparkes, a 22-year-old expectant mother, experiences the revolutionary de-compression maternity suit during treatment. Having left her nursing job upon discovering her pregnancy six months ago, Jane eagerly dons the experimental suit designed by engineer Neil Evans. Constructed using unconventional materials such as a domestic vacuum cleaner, cycle wheel runs, dress zips, elastic trouser supports, and plastic tubing, this groundbreaking invention aims to alleviate pressure on the womb while providing optimal foetal oxygenation. As Jane slips into the innovative garment for the first time, she describes it as "marvellous" undoubtedly feeling both comforted and intrigued by its potential benefits. This photograph captures not only an individual's journey but also represents humanity's relentless pursuit of progress and improvement. Dated April 21st in 1967—a testament to its significance within mid-20th-century medical advancements—the de-compression maternity suit remains at an early stage of development. As we gaze upon this image from Memory Lane Prints with admiration and curiosity, let us appreciate how inventors like Neil Evans push boundaries to create solutions that can shape our future generations positively. With hopes of nurturing highly intelligent children through enhanced prenatal care techniques like these suits offer new possibilities for expectant mothers worldwide—ushering in a brighter tomorrow where innovation meets compassion.
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