Russian maternity hospitals mark Victory Day by dressing newborns in military caps with St. George’s ribbons

Source: Meduza

Maternity Hospital No. 2 in Vladikavkaz marked May 9 by dressing newborns in military caps and pinning St. George’s ribbons to them.

“May every home be filled with peace and joy, and may the memory of World War II remain alive and untouchable!” the hospital wrote on Instagram.

“The birth of a child is a symbol of the victory of life over death, of the end of war and the beginning of peaceful times!” one of the hospital’s doctors said.

A maternity hospital in the North Ossetian city of Ardon held a similar event. “Dear adults and little ones! Today is a very important holiday — Victory Day […] We congratulate you on this great day and wish you kindness, joy, and smiles,” the facility wrote on Instagram, alongside photos and videos of newborns in military caps adorned with red stars.

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