Stafford hospital protesters welcome new addition to their campaign
They've camped outside the County Hospital in protest at the loss of services - and this couple got to experience care for themselves after welcoming their second child into the world.
Baby Arthur Nye was born just 14 minutes after arriving at the delivery suite on Weston Road, highlighting the protestors' cause to keep consultant-led maternity services in Stafford.
Proud parents Chris and Ceri Watt from Wildwood, were actively campaigning and camping before the birth of their second child, who arrived four weeks early on November 15.
Mrs Watt, aged 32, who camped out as much as she could over the summer while pregnant, said: "Arthur arrived at 4.14am and we only got into the delivery room at 4am. It only took us five minutes to get to the hospital from home but that journey was long enough. I was in terrible pain.
"When I think if he was born eight weeks later I would have had to travel to Stoke or Wolverhampton, it terrifies me. Arthur would have been born on the road."
After his personal experience, Mr Watt, is now warning other expectant fathers to be prepared.
The 36-year-old musician said: "We were scared as it happened very quickly. I would urge families to be prepared for whatever could happen."
Housing assistant Mrs Watt said: "The staff were fantastic right the way through, I can't thank them enough for my care and support. It is such a waste to close it down.
"Nobody wants that journey, I was scared and Arthur is my second child. Imagine a first time mother, in early labour having to travel for 40 minutes or more.
"They say we will have a choice but we won't, they have taken any choice away from us.
Mr Watt added: "The campaigners are doing an incredible job, they are very committed and are doing this for everyone in Stafford."
This week bosses at the University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust have written to 600 women, who are expecting to have their babies at County Hospital after the middle of January, to tell them about the changes.
Campaigner Geoff Small said: "Today (Thursday) is our 133rd day on camp and we will stay as long as it takes. This is a battle we can't afford to lose."
