Boundary Trails Health Centre Offers Higher Level of Compassionate Care with CuddleCot and Manitoba Angel Dresses – Canada
For families expecting a child, the hope is to spend a lifetime with their newborn. But tragically, some families face the unthinkable, losing a baby shortly after birth. During these deeply emotional moments, compassionate care and supportive resources can make all the difference. Boundary Trails Health Centre (BTHC) in the Pembina Valley, Manitoba, has taken a meaningful step forward by welcoming a CuddleCot, supported by Manitoba Angel Dresses, to help families cherish precious time with their little ones.
A New Resource for Families and Staff
The CuddleCot is a specialized bassinet with a gentle water-based cooling system that allows parents to keep their baby close for longer periods after loss. This simple but vital tool provides families the opportunity to spend uninterrupted moments together, whether that’s hours, or days, creating memories and saying goodbye in a way that feels right for them.
For hospital staff, the CuddleCot strengthens the compassionate care they already provide. Nurses and clinicians can follow the family’s lead, offering choices and autonomy during a profoundly difficult time. By enhancing bereavement support, the CuddleCot improves both family experience and the overall standards of care at BTHC.
Manitoba Angel Dresses: Supporting Families Through Loss
Manitoba Angel Dresses has been a cornerstone of support for families experiencing infant loss in Pembina Valley. The organization creates beautiful layettes for babies who have passed away, using donated wedding dresses, bridesmaid gowns, and formal attire. Volunteers also contribute knitted and crocheted garments, ensuring every baby is dressed with dignity and love.
These layettes, combined with the CuddleCot, allow families to hold their baby, take photographs, and spend meaningful time together, a crucial part of the grieving process. Manitoba Angel Dresses’ work helps families feel less alone and shows them that their loss, while deeply personal, is recognized and honored by the community.
What does a CuddleCot mean for families?
The donation of the CuddleCot and the support of Manitoba Angel Dresses means families in the Pembina Valley now have access to an even higher level of compassionate care. While no tool can ease the pain of losing a child, these resources provide families with moments of comfort, connection, and dignity during a time of unimaginable loss.
To learn more about the CuddleCot and how it supports families during infant loss, visit [CuddleCot’s website]. To discover more about the life-changing work of Manitoba Angel Dresses, including volunteer opportunities and donation options, visit manitobaangeldresses.com