Babies born in Bedford Hospital's Cygnet Wing come in all shapes and sizes, but this bunch were certainly big bundles of joy for their parents.

George Phillips' parents Daniel and Carolyn Phillips were both bigger than your average baby when they were born, but even they were surprised when George was born a strapping 11lb 11oz.

Now nearing his third birthday he's growing fast and could soon be joining his dad playing rugby in Ampthill where they live.

Mr Phillips, of Russell Drive, said: "When he came out I had midwives either side of me and they both just said "bloody hell."

"He looked massive, none of the clothes fitted him and his baby hat did not even come close to the size of his head."

Mrs Phillips added: "Daniel was over 10lb and I was over 9lb when born so we knew he was probably going to be a big baby, but I think everyone was quite shocked when he came out.

"He was off the scales. They could not confirm his weight because of it and it had to be verified a day later.

"We got a big bundle of him."


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