Tue Jan 10, 2023 – 4:57 pm EST
(LifeSiteNews) – A fire department in Florida is celebrating the first use of its Safe Haven Baby Boxes to give a newborn baby a chance at life, illustrating yet another option available to unexpected or otherwise-struggling mothers tempted to consider abortion.
Local NBC affiliate WESH-2 reported that the child was placed in the Baby Box at Ocala Fire Rescue, which is the first fire department in Florida to host a box and one of 134 across the nation. The Safe Haven Baby Box was founded by pro-life activist Monica Kelsey after learning she had been conceived in rape yet her mother chose life.
The boxes are designed for mothers to securely and anonymously deliver babies to a safe place where they will be taken by professionals for care and placement with a willing family. They are equipped with heating, cooling, and a silent alarm for medical attention.
“After experiencing our first surrendered child, it’s clear that this resource saves lives. Knowing that Ocala’s Safe Haven Baby Boxes just saved a life is our greatest reward,” Ocala Fire Rescue Chief Clint Welborn said.
“We are so proud of this selfless
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