Newman Regional Health honors pregnancy and infant loss with Wave of Light ceremony

The International Wave of Light is a day observed that honors babies lost during pregnancy or infancy and supports families who are affected by these losses.

Heather Aylward, Chief Nursing Officer, explained how the day is honored beyond Emporia.

Aylward also shared why participating in the ceremony is important to her.

Bobby Johnson, the director of the Women’s Life Center, shared with KVOE some of the events that took place during the evening.

Johnson also reflected on the importance of the ceremony as a way for families to remember the babies they have lost.

The evening concluded with families lighting candles and releasing them into the C of E pond to remember the loved ones they have lost.