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Walk In Sunshine April 2023 | National Volunteer Month

April is National Volunteer Month, and Walk in Sunshine Charity would like to thank all volunteers who give the gift of time and service to our communities. An estimated 1 billion people give their time to help others around the world, which is equivalent to the work...

Walk In Sunshine March 2023 | National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is now 9-8-8

Losing a child is one of the most devastating things that could happen to a parent; while a tragedy that no parent should ever have to endure, the reality is that many parents do. It is also important to recognize that the death of a child is one of the most...

Walk In Sunshine Gives Thanks on Giving Tuesday

This Giving Tuesday, we want to give thanks to the generous supporters of Walk In Sunshine. Thanks to our donors and partners, we were able to help more families than ever. This week alone we helped pay for the funeral of a 3.5 month old baby girl from Edison, New...

Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month | Ask an Expert with First Lady Tammy Murphy

October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month. For over 30 years, this month has recognized the tragic loss so many parents experience. The goal of this month is to provide resources for parents and families who have lost children due to miscarriage,...

Remembering 9/11 and Responding to Sudden Unexpected Loss

Sudden, unexpected loss leaves a heavy burden for those left behind. We are often left with questions, unresolved issues, and a range of emotions. While no form of grief is particularly easy to process, the unanticipated loss of a loved one can disrupt the normal...

Youth Suicide Prevention + Resources

Adolescence is a time of growth and new milestones, as well as a critical period of transition and change in terms of mental, physical, and social health. However, transitions like this can spark mental health challenges that can be associated with increased risk for...

Walk In Sunshine Receives Grant From Enterprise Holdings Foundation

Walk In Sunshine received a generous $1,000 grant from the Enterprise Holdings Foundation. This donation will assist Walk In Sunshine in providing additional financial assistance for families who have lost a child here in New Jersey.    The Enterprise Holdings...
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Our New Website is LIVE

Welcome to Walk In Sunshine. We are so honored and humbled to be a resource that continues to see hundreds of unique visitors each month to our website. Founded in Westfield in 2018, Walk In Sunshine is a best-in-class website for grieving parents to find the...
Talking About Twin Loss

Talking About Twin Loss

The death of Christiano Ronaldo’s baby boy twin has garnered the sympathy of fans and followers around the world. On Monday, April 18th, he announced via a social media post that his newborn son had passed away. “Only the birth of our baby girl gives us the strength...
5 Most Common Pediatric Cancers

5 Most Common Pediatric Cancers

Pediatric cancer is one of the scariest diagnoses a parent can hear. While advancements in medicine have contributed to higher survival rates, pediatric cancer is the leading cause of death by disease for children under the age of 15 (acco.org). At Walk In Sunshine,...
An Interview with Matthew Kimble

An Interview with Matthew Kimble

As a student at Seton Hall Prep, Matthew Kimble has a lot to think about; school, family, contributing to his community, and of course, the dreaded College application process. He still carries with his thoughts of what would life be like if he had his twin brother...

Turning Grief Into Action

Turning Grief Into Action

The months leading up to a baby’s birth are often filled with excitement, planning and information-gathering through books like “What to Expect When You’re Expecting” and “Dude, You’re Gonna Be a Dad.” Parents-to-be may celebrate with pregnancy announcements, gender...

Four Things You Should Know About Postpartum Depression

Four Things You Should Know About Postpartum Depression

As aches and pains dominate a woman's pregnancy, it is not uncommon for many women to feel a new type of pain after delivery, postpartum depression. According to the Centers for Disease Control, 1 in 10 women in the United States experience depression, whereas 1 in 9...

NJ Lawmakers Working to Expand Maternal Care

NJ Lawmakers Working to Expand Maternal Care

NJ lawmakers started a new dialogue with New Jersey families this spring as two pieces of legislation by Tom Kean (R-21), focusing on improved maternal healthcare are quickly moving through the ranks of the state legislature. One bill has already been signed into law....

Four Great Apps to Have During Your Pregnancy

Four Great Apps to Have During Your Pregnancy

When you think about it, it’s pretty amazing to see the diversity of apps out there. There almost seems to be an app for everything. From finding a bathroom in a public space to selling old items online, there is something out there for everyone. Maternal fetal health...

Four Countries with Advanced Maternal Health Commitments

Four Countries with Advanced Maternal Health Commitments

Four Countries with Advanced Maternal Health Commitments   Even though we as Americans enjoy many freedoms and liberties that aren’t shared by people in our world community, one place we are certainly lagging in is maternal health. According to the Save the Children’s...

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