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Kamdyn Ryder Kirk

The Kirk family recently donated two Cuddle Cots to Baptist-Tipton

By Echo Day on October 17, 2022

On the day her son was due, Gracie Kirk was standing with her family in the lobby of Baptist-Tipton making a donation in his memory.  Early into her pregnancy she found out her son, whom she named Kamdyn Ryder, had numerous heart problems. She delivered him on June 27, 14 weeks earlier than his Oct. 10 due date.  The hospital had a Cuddle Cot, a sort of bassinet which was … [Read more...] about The Kirk family recently donated two Cuddle Cots to Baptist-Tipton

Munford woman Gracie Kirk raising money for Cuddle Cot to honor her stillborn baby

By The Leader on September 29, 2022

Last February, 18-year-old Munford resident Gracie Kirk found out she was expecting a child. While it may have been an exciting milestone for her life, she was filled with fear because she was young, but knew she would be okay with the support of her family and friends. At the first appointment she had for the baby, the heart rate was stable; a little on the lower side, but … [Read more...] about Munford woman Gracie Kirk raising money for Cuddle Cot to honor her stillborn baby

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