E. Goldblatt Hyatt, Spreading HOPE for Darby Joss
E. Goldblatt Hyatt, SHARING their STORY IN MEMORY of Darby Joss
“We ended our deeply wanted, deeply loved pregnancy with baby Darby Joss just after 20 weeks’ gestation, after learning he never formed an airway and, if he survived, would endure a short life of suffering. Because of Darby’s brief life, I changed the direction of my career and focused on providing support and resources for other parents who have walked the agonizing and isolating path of TFMR. I honor Darby every day in my work as an academic, researcher, and clinician specializing in TFMR.
I am constantly amazed by the strength, resilience, and bravery of TFMR parents. During a time in our nation where TFMR is stigmatized and misunderstood, our community puts our hands on each other’s backs as we strive forward to share our babies’ stories and our unending love for them.
I constantly refer clients to RTZ hope. As a queer person, I especially appreciate the queer parent babyloss resources which are incredibly comprehensive and some of the only ones out there for this unique group of parents.”
October is Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness Month.
Our HOPEtober annual event honors all losses on the journey to parenthood.
Even though so many of us have experienced pregnancy or infant loss, or know someone who has, it is a loss that exists in the shadows. As bereaved parents, we feel isolated and alone. But together, we can shine a light on pregnancy and infant loss, helping others to live a life that holds both grief and joy.
HOPEtober Luminaries partner with us during the month of October to be an advocate and ambassador in spreading awareness and shining a light on pregnancy and infant loss. By sharing our stories we’re bringing awareness to pregnancy and infant loss, as well as the resources and support that exist through Return to Zero: Hope. As a nonprofit, raising awareness and funds are essential to our cause and support programs.
We'd be grateful if you you would consider making a contribution to E. Goldblatt Hyatt's's fundraiser in honor of Darby Joss. Your gift ensures that other parents who endure loss on their journey to parenthood have the support, resources, and community they need in order to navigate life after loss.
This year our goal is to raise $75,000 during the month of October so that we can continue spread hope and healing by providing resources and support to grieving families and their care providers.
Thank you for helping to shatter the silence around pregnancy & infant loss.