RTÉ 2FM broadcaster Fionnuala Moran and her husband, Aaron Hartigan, returned to the National Maternity Hospital over the weekend due to preeclampsia, just one day after welcoming their first child. The couple’s baby girl, Ríona Anú Hartigan Moran, arrived between the Autumn Equinox and her Harvest.
Hospital Return After Preeclampsia Diagnosis
Fionnuala Moran and Aaron Hartigan welcomed baby Ríona last week, but their first night at home was cut short. Moran shared social media updates confirming their return to the National Maternity Hospital over the weekend after developing preeclampsia. Despite the setback, the broadcaster praised hospital staff, noting that their kindness helped ease the rocky start to her newborn era. She posted a photo of Ríona’s feet while managing the condition, stating she was happy to soak up time with her daughter while waiting for the preeclampsia to start playing ball so life on the outside could begin.
Hospital Routines and Good Spirits
Giving followers a look inside hospital life, Moran shared details of the nightly provisions supplied by nurses. Staff handed out what they called nightly “party bags,” containing a muffin, crackers and cheese, apple and orange juice. Moran confirmed that despite the undesirable start to parenthood, they remained in good spirits. She noted that she would rather the health hassle be on her side than Ríona’s any day of the week.
Timeline of Baby Ríona’s Arrival
- Last Week: Fionnuala Moran and Aaron Hartigan welcomed their first child, Ríona Anú Hartigan Moran.
- Birth Timing: The baby arrived between the Autumn Equinox and her Harvest.
- One Day Post-Birth: The family returned to the National Maternity Hospital over the weekend due to preeclampsia.
- Current Status: Mother and baby remain in good spirits at the hospital.
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