A CuddleCot was generously donated to Bethesda Regional Health Centre by Manitoba Angel Dresses, a non-profit organization that provides layettes to grieving families of infant loss.

Manitoba Angel Dresses was founded in 2014 and is run by a dedicated group of volunteers. Since 2014 Manitoba Angel Dresses has created 6,013 layettes. Volunteer seamstresses from across Manitoba sew layettes from mostly repurposed wedding gowns, and in 2022 began making knitted and crocheted layettes as well. If you are interested in volunteering for this organization please fill out the volunteer form on their website.

The CuddleCot is a cooling device that supports bereavement care for grieving parents by extending the time they have with their baby. This device is a welcome addition at Bethesda Regional Health Centre where it will be an immense support for our Labour, Delivery, Recovery and Postpartum unit. Southern Health-Santé Sud extends heartfelt thanks to Manitoba Angel Dresses for their donation.