Dad had to meet new daughter on Facetime due to Covid-19 hospital restrictions

The grandfather of the baby had to greet the newborn through a window.

Charlotte Hope introduced to the new members of her family. Picture: Louise Walsh

A Meath mother who had to give birth alone because of Covid-19 hospital restrictions had to Facetime her partner so he could meet his new little daughter.

Emily Watson's father who flew home from the UK to see his new grandchild also had to greet the baby through a window when they arrived back from hospital to their home in Trim