As the clock struck midnight on December 2, marking the start of the UAE’s 54th Eid Al Etihad, two expat families celebrated the birth of their newborns at Burjeel Hospital.
Algerian mother Lamia Mermat welcomed a baby girl, Makkah, weighing 3.110 kg. Mermat and her husband, Zuhair Attar, expressed that the timing made their fourth child’s arrival even more special. “She is a gift from the Almighty. We named her Makkah, a name dear to our hearts. We feel blessed to welcome her on this auspicious day,” the parents shared. They expressed gratitude to the medical team, stating, “Dr. Hala and the entire medical team have been incredibly supportive.”
Dr. Hala Elsayed, a specialist in obstetrics and gynecology at Burjeel Hospital, confirmed that both mother and baby were in good health. “Delivering a baby at such a significant moment is unforgettable,” she remarked.
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Baby Makkah
Makkah’s father holding her
Simultaneously, Pakistani parents Hamood Ur Rehman and Andleeb Saleem celebrated the birth of their fourth child, a baby boy named Umar, weighing 3.560 kg. “We will cherish this moment forever. This day now holds double joy for us, being part of the UAE’s story and welcoming our son,” the couple shared.
Dr. Sailaja Vuppu, head of department and consultant in obstetrics and gynecology, remarked that the birth was symbolically significant. “Every child represents new hope for a brighter, stronger, and more compassionate tomorrow,” she said.
The hospital staff celebrated the moment by offering sweets and greetings, marking a memorable beginning to the national occasion.
Baby Umar
Umar’s father holding him
