Catherine’s Cause

06/09/2026

Family traditions often take on a new meaning after the loss of a baby. Whether your loss was through miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant loss, finding special ways to remember your child can keep their memory woven into the fabric of your everyday life.

In our family, we celebrate Catherine’s birthday each year and have embraced Minnie Mouse as our special symbol for her. No matter where we travel, Minnie allows us to bring a piece of Catherine along on every adventure. We also cherish a curio cabinet filled with the thoughtful gifts and mementos that friends and loved ones gave us after her passing—a beautiful reminder that Catherine’s life continues to touch so many hearts.

This year, alongside our two rainbow babies, we started a new tradition by growing, hatching, and releasing butterflies at Catherine’s gravesite. Watching the tiny caterpillars transform into beautiful butterflies became more than just a project—it became a gentle way to teach our young children about growth, hope, love, and letting go. As each butterfly took flight, it was a quiet reminder that love never leaves us and that beauty can emerge even after profound loss.

Every family’s journey through grief is unique, and the traditions we create help ensure our babies are never forgotten.

We would love to hear about the meaningful ways you honor your little ones. Join us at our next in-person support group on July 6th at Advocate Christ Medical Center, where we can share our stories, our memories, and the special traditions that keep our babies’ legacies alive. ❤️🦋

06/07/2026

Did you miss us yesterday County Fair? NO WORRIES! We are here again today collecting donations and letting our community know we are here to support there if they have experienced miscarriage or infant loss. We will be here until 2pm today! Hope to see you soon!

06/06/2026

If you have any free time today or tomorrow and are in the area, come say hi to us at County Fair in Chicago on 108/Western Ave! We will be out here today and tomorrow from 10am-2pm collecting funds to help purchase gift cards as an added TLC element to the keepsakes!

06/06/2026

Did you happen to tune into CBS news tonight and catch Catherine’s Cause on TV?! Click the link below for the full interview and video segment!

❤️‍🩹❤️‍🩹 A heartfelt thank you to CBS News Chicago and the “Eye on Chicago” team for sharing the mission of Catherine’s Cause and helping shine a light on pregnancy, infant, and child loss.

Our greatest hope is that this segment reaches the families who need us most—those walking through grief who may feel alone and unsure where to turn. If even one family finds comfort, support, or connection because of this story, then sharing Catherine’s legacy has made a difference.

Thank you for helping us spread awareness, honor our babies, and remind grieving families that they are not alone. ❤️🦋

What do you do when the most beautiful, blessed event ends in tragedy? A woman from southwest suburban Tinley Park turned that tragedy into compassion.

06/05/2026

Don’t forget to tune in to CBS News tonight at 10pm! 🎉

📣 Exciting News! 📣

We are thrilled to share that Catherine’s Cause will be featured on CBS News this Friday, June 5th, during the 10:00 PM news as part of the Eye on Chicago segment!

This special feature will highlight our mission and the positive impact we are striving to make within our community by supporting families who have experienced miscarriage, stillbirth, and infant loss.

We would be so grateful if you could tune in and help us spread the word. The more viewers we reach, the more awareness we can bring to the support, resources, and sense of community available to grieving families who may not know where to turn.

Every share, comment, and view helps us connect with families who need support and reminds them that they are not alone.

A heartfelt thank you to Edie and the CBS News team for helping shine a light on this important mission and for giving Catherine’s Cause the opportunity to reach even more families.

💜 Please share and help us make an even greater impact together. 💜

06/03/2026

📣 Exciting News! 📣

We are thrilled to share that Catherine’s Cause will be featured on CBS News this Friday, June 5th, during the 10:00 PM news as part of the Eye on Chicago segment!

This special feature will highlight our mission and the positive impact we are striving to make within our community by supporting families who have experienced miscarriage, stillbirth, and infant loss.

We would be so grateful if you could tune in and help us spread the word. The more viewers we reach, the more awareness we can bring to the support, resources, and sense of community available to grieving families who may not know where to turn.

Every share, comment, and view helps us connect with families who need support and reminds them that they are not alone.

A heartfelt thank you to Edie and the CBS News team for helping shine a light on this important mission and for giving Catherine’s Cause the opportunity to reach even more families.

💜 Please share and help us make an even greater impact together. 💜

06/03/2026

A heartfelt thank you to all of our incredible volunteers who generously donated their time, talents, and love to help create memory keepsakes for families and moms experiencing the loss of a baby.

Because of your kindness and dedication, we were able to expand our outreach and donate more than 30 keepsakes to M.E.N.D.’s Elgin Chapter. M.E.N.D. shares our mission of supporting parents as they navigate the difficult journey of grief and loss, providing compassionate support, understanding, and hope to families who need it most.

We are so grateful for the opportunity to partner with organizations that make such a meaningful difference in the lives of bereaved parents. Every keepsake created is a reminder that their babies are remembered, honored, and loved.

If you or someone you know is in need of support but does not live nearby, we encourage you to reach out to M.E.N.D. and explore the wonderful online support services they offer.

Together, we are ensuring that no family has to walk this journey alone. ❤️

06/03/2026

🥳COUNTY FAIR FOODS FUNDRAISER🎉

📆 WHEN: Saturday and Sunday-June 6th and 7th
⏱️ TIME: 10am-2PM
📇ADDRESS: 10800 s. Western Ave Chicago

We invite you to come say hi and donate while we collect funds outside of County Fair Foods. The funds collected will directly impact the families we serve. This weekend’s fundraiser will specifically help supply the memory keepsakes with gift cards that will serve as an added element for couples or moms who just needed some extra TLC. Perhaps a dinner, a coffee, or a spa day. These families need our support now more than ever. Every donation goes a long way, and we appreciate all the support in advance.

We look forward to seeing you this weekend, even if its just to come and say hi 👋

06/02/2026

Tonight’s in-person support group was truly special. 💜

We laughed, we cried, and most importantly, we shared stories about our angel babies and the ways they continue to shape who we are every day. Though each journey is different, there is something powerful about being surrounded by others who understand the love, grief, and lasting impact of pregnancy and infant loss.

This evening, we created memory pots in honor of our babies. As we plant a seed and watch it grow, we are reminded that love continues to bloom. May these pots serve as a beautiful reminder of our children and the lasting footprints they have left on our hearts.

Catherine’s Cause is honored to be invited to co-host in-person support group meetings on the first Monday of every month at Advocate Christ Medical Center. We welcome any parent who has experienced the loss of a baby—whether your loss was recent or many years ago. There is always a place for you here.

A special thank you to Caring Connections for allowing Catherine’s Cause to share our crafting community with the families we are privileged to serve together.

You are not alone. Your baby is remembered. Your story matters. 💜🕊️

06/01/2026

We hope to see you tonight at Advocate Christ Medical Center for our in-person support group. All parents who have lost a child are welcome to attend.

Tonight’s gathering will be a special opportunity to connect with others who understand the journey of pregnancy and infant loss. In addition to sharing support and fellowship, we will spend time creating a meaningful keepsake in honor and memory of our angel babies.

Whether you have attended before or are joining us for the first time, you are warmly welcome. We look forward to coming together to remember, create, and support one another.

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