Photo Of Newborn Baby Turns Heads After People Spot Small Detail!
In a hospital room in Nerópolis, Brazil, a newborn captured global attention for an extraordinary reason. Moments after his birth, baby Matheus Gabriel was photographed holding the very contraceptive device that was meant to prevent his existence: a copper intrauterine device (IUD). The image, taken at Hospital Sagrado Coração de Jesus, quickly spread online, captivating audiences with its mix of humor, surprise, and the miracle of life.
Matheus’s mother, 34-year-old Queidy Araújo de Oliveira, had relied on her IUD for two years, confident it would prevent pregnancy. “I trusted it completely,” she said. “I never imagined I could get pregnant again.” Her pregnancy was only discovered during a routine checkup, revealing that the IUD was still correctly positioned despite her already being several weeks along.
The obstetric team, led by Dr. Natalia Rodrigues, was equally astonished. Such occurrences are exceedingly rare, with copper IUDs having a typical failure rate of just 0.6 percent. On the day of delivery, after ensuring a healthy birth, Dr. Rodrigues placed the tiny device in Matheus’s hand as a lighthearted gesture. What was intended as a private memento quickly went viral online, with captions joking about the baby’s unstoppable arrival.
While the image sparked laughter and admiration, medical experts emphasized that no contraceptive method is completely foolproof. Copper IUDs function by creating an environment that is inhospitable to sperm and implantation, while hormonal versions work through cervical mucus and uterine lining changes. Occasionally, devices can shift, partially expel, or fail despite proper placement, which underscores the importance of regular medical checkups during use.
Queidy faced a challenging pregnancy after learning she was expecting. Removing the IUD could have posed serious risks to both her and the baby, so the decision was made to leave it in place. The following months were filled with anxiety, intermittent discomfort, and careful monitoring. Despite the difficulties, Matheus developed normally, and the moment he was safely delivered at a healthy seven pounds brought immense relief and joy to the medical team and family alike.