Safe Haven Age Limits
This is an extremely short article, but it brings up a great point that we have not mentioned in a while. What do you think is the appropriate age limit for Safe Haven? Anyone familiar with these laws, I am sure, heard about the disaster that happened in my home state of Nebraska when the […]
Iowa Wants Informed Citizens
In the wake of the murder of twin babies by Jackie Burkle, 22, Iowa is wishing to send out a refresher to all residents on Safe Haven laws. There is no reason why these infants should have died. It has not been made public whether Burkle was aware that Safe Haven laws existed, but either […]
Children with Disabilities More Likely to be Abandoned?
This article is a bit of a tough read, but it has some really good information if you are interested in the subject of child welfare. One point made in the article is that many parents who have children with disabilities give up their children under Safe Haven laws simply because they cannot afford to […]
Historical Account of 1st Bachelor Adoption
This is fascinating. Today’s article covers the story of the first bachelor to adopt an infant. The police officer in the story helped to save an abandoned infant in Chicago many years ago. The link does not provide the full story, but I believe there is a link to purchase the book if you are […]
Refresher on Safe Haven in Illinois
This article is an update on the state of Safe Haven Laws in Illinois. It is another reminder that there is always an alternative to letting an infant die or leaving one in an unsafe place. The article mentions that of the four babies that were found illegally abandoned, two died. That is not very […]
Fundraiser for Abandoned Baby Noel
We reported on Baby Noel a few weeks ago. This was the baby that was found abandoned in a box in Philadelphia. Well, one wonderful woman, Keisha Browning, decided to get her friends together and throw a baby shower for the infant. This way, she could get many items that are necessary for taking care […]
Maisy Gets a Happy Ending
Finally! I have a good story to report! We reported on the little girl Maisy quite a while ago. She was abandoned in China due to the mark on her face, but was quickly adopted by an Oklahoma couple. The little girl is now 3-years-old and has had several surgeries to correct the mark or […]
Teenager Hides Pregnancy and Child
Some of the stories I sift through here at One by One Safe Haven are just too unbelievable to be true. As far as I know, this one is factual. I teenage girl hid her entire pregnancy and gave birth in her home without telling anyone. Even though she did not deliver in a hospital, […]
Wisconsin to Expand Safe Haven
Representatives in Wisconsin are seeking to expand Safe Haven laws in the state. The new legislation would increase the age limit for dropping off newborns from 3 days to 30 days. I can see no real reason why there are states that have such a small window for Safe Haven protection. Any child older than […]
3 Year Anniversary for Abandoned Infant
A baby boy was honored in Horry County recently. He died more than 3 years ago, but residents hope the memorial service will remind everyone that Safe Haven laws still exist and there is no excuse for what happened to the boy. They also hope the service will somehow trigger a detail in someone’s mind […]
