(Thanks to Jen for the idea for this entry)
It means the world to a loss mom to know that others have not forgotten her child(ren). And as I approach the first anniversary of the twins death I am scared that no one will remember and even more afraid that if I mention them it […]
Recently in one of my parenting magazines I read an article about how birthday parties are going overboard; there are too many parties, with too many favors and too many gifts. The parents of the givers and receivers both complain about this. The author suggested instead of purchasing another toy that is over-priced, […]
20 Things parents of Angels wish people would remember
(Found online)
1. I wish you would not be afraid to mention my babies. The truth is just because you never saw my babies doesn’t mean they don’t deserve your recognition.
2. I wish that if we did talk about my babies and I cried you didn’t […]
Around 35 weeks we started to get ready for our newest bundle. We washed clothes, assembled the bassinet, car seat, stroller and other gear. I packed my bag and was ready to go into labor at any time. After all, the others were early and it had been 10 months since […]
People often ask “how should I celebrate the anniversary of the death of my baby(ies)?” Here are a few ideas I have come across.
-a picnic at the cemetary
-releasing balloons with notes written on them
-a letter to your babies
-turn off all phones and go away for the night
-send an email or tell people that X […]
William was born safely into this world on July 29th, 2006. He was stubborn like his siblings arriving almost 30 hours after we induced, proving that he wasn’t going to be made to do anything. And he was so very loud at the very beginning that I began to worry about the family […]