Sierra Vista Regional Health Center Maternal Child Unit is very pleased to announce that they are now recipents of Mary Madeline baby burial gowns and blankets.
The Mary Madeline Project was founded in memory of Madeline Marie Erickson who died at seven weeks of age and in honor of all the babies before and after her that have touched our lives. They are a non-profit organization that donates infant/baby burial gowns and blankets to local hospitals for bereaving parents.
Women donate their cherished wedding gowns, bridesmaid dresses or prom gowns to the project and volunteers give of their time, talents, and love by making the baby burial gowns and blankets.
Their goal is to provide comfort to grieving families. They put memory tags in all outfits, so along with donated wedding gowns one can include in memory of.
Please visit their website and check out their beautiful work that we are now able to offer to our families.
http://www.marymadelineproject.org/
Friday, March 26, 2010
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
HAPPY ST.PATRICKS DAY!
Check out remembering our babies for great discounts on window decals and other great memorabilia.
Save 20% Coupon valid on any item in the Remembering Our Babies Memorial Boutique. Please use coupon code stpatricksday at checkout.
http://www.rememberingourbabies.net
Offer Expires: April 4, 2010
Check out remembering our babies for great discounts on window decals and other great memorabilia.
Save 20% Coupon valid on any item in the Remembering Our Babies Memorial Boutique. Please use coupon code stpatricksday at checkout.
http://www.rememberingourbabies.net
Offer Expires: April 4, 2010
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Grief vs. Depression
After the death of your baby there are many emotions one may experience and often you may not know how to explain your feelings or how to get help. A common question often asked, “Is this normal grieving or am I falling into depression. Often times these two can be easily mixed up and you can drive yourself crazy trying to decipher which one you are actually experiencing. After the death of your baby you may experience the normal grief response which is often an intense emotional and physical response to the loss which may come in waves and make you feel like you are on an emotional rollercoaster. It is most important to realize that normal grief does not usually turn into depression. Although it takes time you will learn to adjust your life what your new norm is after your babies death.
Things to watch for are how long the symptoms last and if they get worse. This could be complicated grief or depression.
These two charts give an overview of characteristics of grief and depression. If in doubt seek a medical professional or counselor to be evaluated.
Grief:
A normal complicated response to loss that causes distress
May experience some physical symptoms of distress
Still able to look toward the future
Passive wish for death
Associated with disease progression
Retains capacity for pleasure
Still able to express feelings and humor
Comes in waves
Can cope with distress on own or with supportive listening
Depression:
Generalized distress – loss of interest, pleasure
Somatic distress, hopelessness, guilt
No sense of positive future
Bored, lack of interest and expression
Suicidal ideation not uncommon
Persistent flat affect, negative self-image
Advanced disease and pain
Change in capacity to enjoy life or things that were formerly pleasurable
Constant, unremitting
Often requires intervention with medication, therapy
Source: Casarett D, Kutner JS, Abrahm J. Life after Death: A Practical Approach to Grief and Bereavement. Ann Intern Med 2001;134:208-215.
Things to watch for are how long the symptoms last and if they get worse. This could be complicated grief or depression.
These two charts give an overview of characteristics of grief and depression. If in doubt seek a medical professional or counselor to be evaluated.
Grief:
A normal complicated response to loss that causes distress
May experience some physical symptoms of distress
Still able to look toward the future
Passive wish for death
Associated with disease progression
Retains capacity for pleasure
Still able to express feelings and humor
Comes in waves
Can cope with distress on own or with supportive listening
Depression:
Generalized distress – loss of interest, pleasure
Somatic distress, hopelessness, guilt
No sense of positive future
Bored, lack of interest and expression
Suicidal ideation not uncommon
Persistent flat affect, negative self-image
Advanced disease and pain
Change in capacity to enjoy life or things that were formerly pleasurable
Constant, unremitting
Often requires intervention with medication, therapy
Source: Casarett D, Kutner JS, Abrahm J. Life after Death: A Practical Approach to Grief and Bereavement. Ann Intern Med 2001;134:208-215.
Friday, March 5, 2010
Trisomy Awareness Month
March is Trisomy Awareness Month!
WHEREAS, trisomy is the presence, within a person’s cells, of an extra set of chromosomes instead of the regular two.
WHEREAS, the most common trisomies in newborns are trisomy 21 (Down syndrome), trisomy 18 (Edwards syndrome), and trisomy 13 (Patau syndrome).
WHEREAS, trisomy pregnancies can present unusual complications and can be more at-risk than non-trisomy pregnancies.
WHEREAS, the life of every child is precious, regardless of the number of chromosomes he or she may possess.
WHEREAS, parents should take advantage of the local support groups and online communities that offer education, encouragement, and counseling for those managing trisomy pregnancies or raising trisomy-affected children.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Sarah Palin, Governor of the state of Alaska, do hereby proclaim March 2009 as: Trisomy Awareness Month
in Alaska, and give full support to raising awareness and education for all forms of trisomy, as well as efforts supporting families experiencing trisomy, and to helping people with developmental disabilities achieve their full potential.
Dated: February 25, 2009
Links to check out:
Please pass this information on!
WHEREAS, trisomy is the presence, within a person’s cells, of an extra set of chromosomes instead of the regular two.
WHEREAS, the most common trisomies in newborns are trisomy 21 (Down syndrome), trisomy 18 (Edwards syndrome), and trisomy 13 (Patau syndrome).
WHEREAS, trisomy pregnancies can present unusual complications and can be more at-risk than non-trisomy pregnancies.
WHEREAS, the life of every child is precious, regardless of the number of chromosomes he or she may possess.
WHEREAS, parents should take advantage of the local support groups and online communities that offer education, encouragement, and counseling for those managing trisomy pregnancies or raising trisomy-affected children.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Sarah Palin, Governor of the state of Alaska, do hereby proclaim March 2009 as: Trisomy Awareness Month
in Alaska, and give full support to raising awareness and education for all forms of trisomy, as well as efforts supporting families experiencing trisomy, and to helping people with developmental disabilities achieve their full potential.
Dated: February 25, 2009
Links to check out:
Please pass this information on!
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