Lucrezia Ciotti Little Leone continues to improve after being found in a plastic bag in Cinisello Balsamo , near Milan. Admitted to Niguarda Hospital, the newborn is breathing on his own, bottle-feeding, and showing good vital signs. While doctors continue to rule out any complications, the story has sparked a strong outpouring of solidarity.
Solidarity for the newborn, numerous offers of help and requests for adoption
The story has sparked a strong response of solidarity from residents. Niguarda Hospital has received numerous expressions of willingness to donate clothes, blankets, toys, and other items for the newborn . Several people have also contacted the hospital to inquire about adopting him.
It was in the hospital that the idea of calling him Leone was put forward , a name chosen as a wish for strength and hope for his recovery, as well as a tribute to the Holy Father.
As reported by Il Giorno , the regional councillor for Welfare, Guido Bertolaso , underlined the extent of the community's response, speaking of an " extraordinary participation that demonstrates the great humanity of the people and their ability to mobilise in the face of such a delicate situation ".
As Bertolaso emphasized, " it is necessary to follow the procedures established by law ": the Prosecutor's Office has been informed, and it will be up to the Juvenile Court to evaluate any subsequent steps, in compliance with current regulations and the necessary timeframes. In the meantime, the priority remains the child's health and the completion of the clinical process. " Now the priority is for the child to overcome this phase and be able to leave the neonatal intensive care unit ."
Cinisello Balsamo: Good news for the abandoned newborn: "He's breathing on his own and bottle-feeding."
Positive news is coming from Milan's Niguarda Hospital regarding the condition of Leone, the newborn found Monday afternoon inside a plastic bag in Cinisello Balsamo , near Milan. The baby, admitted to the neonatal intensive care unit, is recovering and presents a reassuring general clinical picture. As reported by Milano Today , Stefano Martinelli, director of the Maternal and Child Department and head of Neonatology and Neonatal Intensive Care at the hospital, confirmed the news. " He is in good general clinical condition, is lively and responsive, is breathing independently, and is bottle-feeding ," the doctor explained, describing the progress made in the last few hours.
An important step involves the withdrawal of respiratory support , which occurred the previous day. " The baby is breathing spontaneously and has good vital signs ," Martinelli specified. The baby currently weighs four kilograms and is growing normally, managing to feed himself with a bottle. However, infectious disease and neurological tests are still ongoing, necessary to rule out any consequences related to the unattended birth.