Death Today..

[Sunchimes]

Oh Meeko, I'm so sorry. You and the family will be in my prayers.

Long ago, close to 50 years now, my mom kept kids. One baby was special, and mom would keep him while his family went to the lake. He was at our house from drop off Friday morning until pick up on Monday, as well as regular care hours. He was more our child than theirs. This Monday, they took him home, and in a couple of hours he was gone. Turned out that he had an undetected health problem.

Mom was always thankful it happened at home, but she carried that loss the rest of her life. She continued keeping kids, including babies, because she was able to accept the fact that there was nothing she could have done.

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[NoMoreJuice!]

Meeko, I'm so very sorry that this happened. It's impossible to imagine what you're going through. My heart hurts for you and for the baby's family. Sending you love, light, and peace.

[momofapreschooler]

Deepest sympathies to you and baby's family. I cannot imagine the heartache. My sister lost a son to pre term labor (21 weeks, lived just a few hours). When her second son was born (full term, healthy), she could not sleep for fear he would stop breathing. She leaned about a snuza in an online support group for moms who lost babies due to preterm labor. She loves it. It clips to his diaper and alarms if he does not breathe/move for 15 seconds. It has given her some peace of mind when he sleeps. She has loved it, because now she can sleep, too. I am not sure if these would even be allowed in a daycare setting but thought people might want to know.

[mom2many]

Oh Meeko, my deepest sympathy to you and the sweet baby's family... I cannot imagine that kind of a tragedy. I've been a provider for almost 30 years too, and have cared for many, many babies. This is every providers worst nightmare. I cannot offer any advice... Just heartfelt prayers to all of you. :hug:

[Sunshine74]

I am so sorry. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the baby's family.

[KiddieCahoots]

So terrible and heart breaking.
I'm so, so, so, sorry
My cousin passed away from SIDS yr's ago.
I still cannot wrap my mind around why such a thing happens.
My heart and prayers go out to you wonderful ladies who have had to deal with such tragedy :hug:

[Fiddlesticks]

I am so sorry to read this. Prayers for you and the family.

[Daycare Insurance]

We are deeply saddened to hear of these events and we offer our support.

When I was in Chicago, IL at a conference this past June, I met a very nice woman named Nancy, she is the Executive Director for SIDS infant Death services of Illinois. Their organization offers grieving services, education and community outreach with regards to SIDS.

I know they may not be local but perhaps there is a similar organization locally for anyone interested. If not, I am quite sure this woman would be more than happy to point anyone in the right direction or offer advice regardless of where you live.

https://www.sidsillinois.org

If someone would like direct contact information please feel free to call our office and speak with me directly or send me a PM.

[Michelle]

wow! I just read this
I am so sorry for what you are going through
I am amazed at how wonderful those parents are
I think we could all say that most parents would not be that understanding or loving after losing a little baby
My heart goes out to everyone involved
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[Patches]

I'm so so sorry, Meeko!

[Movingforward]

I'm so sorry for your loss. I don't know what else to say, just take things easy and take a deep breath when your mind is running a thousand miles a minute.

[Lyss]

Oh Meeko! My heart breaks for you and your DCF. I can't even imagine how you are feeling. I've stared at this post for awhile trying to find the right words but there are none. Just know that we all are thinking of you and sending love and support your way. lovethis

[racemom]

I am so sorry for your loss.

[TwinKristi]

I'm so sorry to read this... :hug:

[CraftyMom]

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I can't begin to imagine what you and the family are going through!

You are all in my thoughts and prayers!