Gardaí have released a photo of baby 'Maria', who was found abandoned in Dublin on May 8th.

They say have received a number of calls from the public and that all these calls have been followed through.

However, her mother has not yet contacted the gardaí or Tusla, the child and family agency.

Sergeant Maeve O'Sullivan today said: "We are releasing this photograph so mum can see her little baby girl, and we would ask mum to contact us so she can come see her."

They are asking anyone with information to contact Clondalkin garda station on 01-6667600 - or Tusla on 01-6206387.

Gardaí are appealing for anyone who may have been on Steelstown Lane between 10am and 3pm on Friday May 8th to contact Clondalkin garda station, if not already done so.

The items found with baby 'Maria' | Image: An Garda Síochana

It is believed the baby girl may have been born 24 to 36 hours before being found.

A green paper Marks and Spencer bag, a black plastic refuse sack and a fleece throw (from Primark Home) were found with the baby. 

Superintendent Brendan Connolly reiterated: "Gardaí are concerned for the welfare of the mother of this child and are appealing for her to seek immediate medical treatment and to contact gardaí, who are anxious to reunite her with her baby."

"This mother has nothing to fear, we are here to help and the matter will be dealt with compassionately and sensitively."