October 24th 2024.
Jia Xen Teo, a 22-year-old woman from Malaysia, kept her pregnancy a secret from everyone, including the father, when she arrived in the UK to study at Coventry University. She was determined to hide her pregnancy and give birth alone, without anyone knowing. On March 4, she gave birth to a full-term baby all by herself.
After giving birth, Teo went to the hospital by herself, but when the staff asked her if she had just given birth, she denied it. This raised suspicion and the hospital staff became worried that she may have abandoned her newborn. The police were then called to her home, where they found the newborn baby inside a cereal box, hidden in a suitcase inside a zipped sealable bag. This shocking discovery was met with disbelief and heartache.
Teo denied murdering her baby, claiming that she had heard voices telling her to harm the baby. However, the jurors at Warwick Crown Court found her guilty of murder on Thursday. The Crown Prosecution Service representative, James Leslie Francis, expressed his gratitude to the jury for their careful consideration in this difficult and sensitive case.
Teo will be sentenced at a later date for her actions. It is a devastating and tragic outcome for everyone involved, but especially for the innocent newborn baby who lost her life due to her mother's actions.
If you or someone you know is expecting or has recently given birth and needs extra support, there are resources available to help. Your GP or health visitor should be your first point of contact for physical and mental support. They can refer you to a range of perinatal services that can offer the support and guidance you need.
Organizations like the National Childbirth Trust and Birth Companions offer courses and workshops, as well as round-the-clock support for questions about feeding and other postnatal concerns. Home-StartUK is a non-profit organization that provides a network of volunteers who can offer virtual or in-person support. The NHS also offers a variety of support for new and expectant mothers, including tailored health services, maternal mental health services, and access to GPs and midwifery teams for those struggling with their mental health.
Midwives can also provide information about local support services, such as health visitors and parenting groups. It is important to reach out and seek help if needed, as there are people and organizations out there who are ready and willing to offer their support and guidance during this challenging time.
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