The second annual Maternity and Infant Awards were announced today (12 November) at a ceremony in the Shelbourne Hotel, Dublin.
The second annual Maternity and Infant Awards were announced today (12 November) at a ceremony in the Shelbourne Hotel, Dublin. The awards, supported by Hibernian Aviva Health, were hosted by RTE’s Sharon Ní Bheolain. The maternity & infant Awards celebrate the very best in products and services as voted by parents nationwide. The highlight of the event was the People Awards which acknowledge the passion and commitment of people in their professional contribution to parents and children across Ireland.
The Special Merit Award was presented to Waterford man, Liam Grant, founder and CEO of Chernobyl Aid Ireland, for his work on the Grozovo Orphanage in Belarus, a major project of the charity. The charity was established in 1997 with hundreds of volunteers over the last 12 years working under Liam Grant’s leadership; together they have transformed Grozovo, giving orphaned children access to all the necessary facilities and basic comforts.
Brave seven year old Calbhach Harte O’Reilly was honoured with the Little Champion Award. Calbhach Harte O’Reilly showed great courage saving his mother’s life when she fell and hit her head while on a nature walk in the Cooley Mountains.
Four members of the medical profession who demonstrated excellence in their profession also received awards.
- Nurse of the Year - Carole Boylan of the Children’s University Hospital, Temple Street, Dublin
- Obstetrician of the Year - Dr Trevor Hayes of St Luke’s Hospital, Kilkenny
- Paediatrician of the Year - Dr George Phillip the Bon Secour Hospital, Tralee
- Midwife of the Year - Fiona McHugh who is a midwife and public health nurse from Dundrum.
Hibernian Aviva Health’s marketing director, Vanessa Hartley commented: “Hibernian Aviva Health is committed to looking out for the needs of its members, the Maternity and Infant Awards promote excellence and recognise the commitment that Irish health professionals demonstrate everyday in their work. It is these health professionals that deliver best in class treatment to our members and we are delighted to acknowledge their contribution at the awards ceremony this evening.”
Tracey Carney, head of events at Ashville Media said “We are thrilled with the response to the Maternity and Infant Awards this year with over 24,000 votes online. These awards offer us the chance to reward the unsung heroes of Ireland, and acknowledge their fantastic achievements.”
To find out more about how you can support Chernobyl Aid Ireland call 051 858 944 or visit www.ChernobylAidIreland.ie
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Winners from the people categories:
Business Parent of the Year - Mary and Altus Meyer
Nurse of the Year - Carole Boylan
Obstetrician of the Year - Dr Trevor Hayes
Paediatrician of the Year - Dr George Phillip
Midwife of the Year - Fiona McHugh
Parent of the Year - Angelina Coffey
Young Achiever of the Year - Susie Power
Child Hero - Jamie Quinn
Little Champion of the Year Calbhach - Harte O'Reilly
Special Merit Award - Liam Grant
Winners from the product categories:
Car Seat - Maxi Cosi
Baby Infant - Food Aptimal
Nappy of the Year - Pampers
Family Friendly Day Out - Dublin Zoo
Health/Medicine - Calpol
Environmentally Friendly Product/Range of the Year - Ecobaby
Buggy of the Year - Graco
Baby Skincare Product/Range of the Year - Sudacrem
Feeding Product of the Year - Avent
Baby Store of the Year - Mothercare
Family Friendly Website - Eumom
Creche of the Year - Holy Family
Family Friendly Holiday of the Year - Budget Travel
Maternity and Infant is Ireland’s leading parenting magazine. Published bi-monthly, each issue is full of informative articles on health, behaviour, development, nutrition and general parenting issues, as well as qualified advice from respected Irish and international experts such as Annabel Karmel, top reader tips and the latest maternity and children’s fashion. Maternity and Infant magazine is available nationwide.
Hibernian Aviva Health is a division of Hibernian Aviva. Hibernian Aviva Group is Ireland’s leading insurance company with 1.2 million customers across the general insurance, life and pensions and health insurance sectors. The company is ranked first for general insurance and top three for life and pensions and health insurance.
Hibernian Aviva Group is a subsidiary of Aviva plc. Aviva is one of the world’s largest savings, general insurance and investment groups with the purpose of looking out for customers, employees and stakeholders with prosperity and peace of mind.