Why the Stillborn Should Have a Certificate of Birth
Writer Joanne Cacciatore, a pioneer in the “certificate of birth” movement, explains why parents should have the right to receive a certificate of birth for a stillborn child. She shares her personal experience with a stillbirth in 1994.
New York Legislators Kill Bill for Grieving Mothers
New York Legislators Kill Bill for Grieving Mothers
Albany, NY (June 26, 2008) — SB8960 would have helped to provide much-needed comfort, dignity, and accurate documentation to women and their families experiencing the death of a baby just prior to or during birth. Yet, despite overwhelming support from individual legislators, including 53 Democrat and Republican sponsors, [...]
How Do I Help My Niece – Her Baby Was Stillborn
My niece, suzanne, gave birth Monday, May 12, 2008 to a 6′8″ little boy. The baby was still born. Her pregnancy was fine and she had been to the doctor the previous friday. Baby’s heart beat was strong and she discussed inducing labor with her doctor. They scheduled it for Saturday, May 17th. On Sunday [...]
I Lost My Unborn Daughter at 5 Months
I know what these people are going through. I discovered I was pregnant in June 2007. It was a surprise, but I had fully accepted this beautiful little life that was to bless our home. The baby was due February 17, 2008. Everything was fine until I got to the fifth month, (20th week) Oct. [...]
