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A paediatric nurse who appealed for knitted sleeves for premature babies says she now has more than enough - after receiving 48 sackfuls in a week. Catherine McConville, of the Rosie Hospital in ...

They also knitted hats for premature babies and children in need. Mildred Watts, who is the craft instructor at the center said as long as she can do it and the time, then why not?

The typical donation request for babies is tiny premature-size garments and accessories such as hats, booties, gloves and cardigans. Knitted baby blankets and toys are also welcomed by some charities.