What is a CuddleCot?

The CuddleCot is like a refrigerated baby bed that helps preserve the body of a deceased newborn, for days – and up to two weeks. The unit gives parents and/or family members the gift of time and a chance to grieve and bond with their baby.

How much does a CuddleCot cost?

$2,599per unit.

If I donate, what percentage of my donation goes toward the purchase of a CuddleCot?

Right now 85% of the funds are going to purchasing CuddleCots for hospitals that do not have one. The remaining 15% have helped with the fundraisers and deliveries (travel) for CuddleCots.

How many CuddleCots has The Born Sleeping Foundation purchased?

When our foundation began, our goal was to donate 1 CuddleCot per year in memory of Wesley. With the generosity of so many, we have been able to donate a total of 28 CuddleCots. The long-term vision is that every hospital in the nation will have access to a CuddleCot.

How can I inquire about my local hospital receiving a CuddleCot?

We would love help you with this! Please click here and we'll help you get started.

How much times does a family have with a CuddleCot?

Up to two weeks.

What relationship can families of stillbirth or infant loss have with the Born Sleeping Foundation?

We have big visions! We do so much additional work outside of CuddleCots. We would love to have other families involved in what we do. Whether that's attending and/or helping at our annual fundraiser, or helping other families walk through their loss. 

If you have experienced a loss and didn't have access to a CuddleCot we would like to work with you to get your hospital one. Something you can do is ask your friends and family members to donate to our non-profit and in the comment area they can put "in memory of (your child's name)." We will order and deliver the CuddleCot to your hospital of choice. Please reach out to us if this is something you'd like to do.

What relationship can hospitals have with the Born Sleeping Foundation?

We want hospitals to have the confidence that they can contact us when they need a CuddleCot, or when their unit needs repair or extra parts!