Tiny Feet Baby Safehouse

20/08/2026

28/07/2026

How long should an abandoned baby wait for a family?

A baby placed safely in a Baby Saver in June 2024 is now over two years old... and is still living in institutional care. A baby abandoned in hospital in 2022, still living in institutional care. A baby that survuived unsafe abandonment in 2021, still living in institutional care. NO BIOLOGICAL FAMILY INVOLVEMENT.

These are not an isolated cases.

In recent years, we have seen more and more abandoned babies spending years waiting for the legal process to be completed before they can be placed in a foster family or, even better, a permanent adoptive family.

Every day of delay matters.

The first years of a child's life are the most important for forming secure attachments, developing emotionally, and thriving. No institution, no matter how caring, can replace the love, stability, and belonging of a permanent family.

Years ago, many abandoned infants reached permanent placements much sooner. Today, we are seeing delays that are becoming increasingly difficult to understand or accept.

We know there are legal processes that must be followed. We know social workers and Children's Courts face enormous pressure. But surely the best interests of the child must remain our highest priority.

Every child deserves more than safety. Every child deserves a family.

We are calling for greater awareness, honest conversations, and practical solutions to reduce unnecessary delays in permanency planning for abandoned children.

Because childhood cannot be put on hold.

💙 How long do you believe an abandoned baby should have to wait for a forever family?

20/07/2026

To The Baby Who May Not Remember Us

You probably won’t remember us.
You were just so a few months old.

You won’t remember the nights we paced the room with you, because rest just wouldn’t come.
You won’t remember how we learned every sound you made — the difference between "I’m hungry" and "I’m scared."
You won’t remember drifting off on our chest.
You won’t remember your very first smile just for us.
You won’t remember the lullabies we hummed while sitting on the couch at 2 in the morning.

One day you might see our name in your file.
You might come across a photo.
You might hear that you stayed with us for a little while.

And you might ask yourself:
_"Did they care about me?"_

Yes.
More than words can say.

You were never just a case number.
You were never only passing through.
To us, you were never temporary.

We cheered for every first.
We sat up when you were unwell.
We prayed over you while you slept so peacefully.

And when it was time for you to go...
we let you go with love, and with hope for your forever. Even though it hurt. 💛

16/07/2026

*Why Empty Cribs Are So Loud*

People assume the hardest part of infant care is when a baby first arrives.

Sometimes it is.

But sometimes...

The hardest part is the quiet after they leave.

You walk past the nursery and instinctively peek inside.

The crib is made.
The tiny clothes are folded away.
The bottle warmer is still plugged into the wall.

Yesterday, there were blankets everywhere.
A muslin cloth on the chair.
Tiny socks on the floor.

Today...
Nothing.

The house is cleaner.
Quieter.
Easier.

And somehow...
It feels so much heavier.

You don't hear 2am cries anymore.
No one needs another feed.
No tiny fists reach up for "up".
No soft baby breath on your shoulder during a nap.

The bottles stop.
The rocking stops.
The singing stops.

People will say,
"At least you can sleep now."

But they don't understand.

You weren't counting down the days until the nursery was quiet.

You were hoping for one more feed.
One more cuddle.
One more chance to whisper, "I love you, little one."

At Tinyfeet we celebrate when our babies go to their forever homes.
But our hearts? They stay a little bit empty.
Until the next tiny feet arrive. 💛

03/07/2026

Letting go breaks you.

You put a lifetime into someone else’s hands and pray they don’t drop it.
You trust a stranger with your baby.
Every part of you wants to run back, to check, to make sure she’s safe.
But you can’t. You have to walk away.

You give them your whole heart…
in the shape of a baby.
And you just hope they know how fragile it is.

How do I do this? Prayer. Trust. And silent tears. 🤍

02/07/2026

You came to us so small,
Barely more than a dream,
Tiny hands, quiet cries,
More fragile than you seemed.
We learned your little ways,
Every laugh, every tear,
In the silence of the night,
We held you close right here.

We knew you weren’t forever,
But forever came too fast,
Now we’re standing in this moment,
Trying to make it last.

Oh, you were never ours to keep,
But we loved you like you were, so deep,
Every giggle, every first,
Every moment, every burst.
Now we’re letting go with tears,
Holding tight to all these years—
Well, this one sweet year we’ve known,
As you find your forever home.
Just remember as you grow…
You were loved more than you’ll ever know.

First steps across the floor,
First words we tried to hear,
Every milestone, every smile,
We were lucky you were here.
Your eyes would light the room,
Like the morning sun so bright,
You changed our world completely,
In such a little time.

We held you through the changes,
Watched you grow so strong,
Now it’s time to send you onward,
Where your heart belongs.

And if someday you wonder why
There’s a warmth you can’t explain,
It’s the love we poured around you
Still running through your veins.
We’ll be cheering from a distance,
Every step along your way,
You’ll always have a piece of us,
No matter where you stay.

You were never ours to keep,
But you’re a part of every dream,
Every laugh and every tear,
We’ll carry you from here.
As you go, don’t feel alone,
Love will guide you safely home…
And wherever life may go…
You were loved… more than you’ll ever know.

21/06/2026

From every baby you’ve held, fed, and loved - THANK YOU.
You teach us daily what it means to be safe, loved, and held by Jesus

Happy Fathersday

02/06/2026

Lord,

We come to You tonight with anxious hearts.

We ask that Your will be done tomorrow, and that whatever is best according to You, will happen in our little girl’s case.

Please soften the Magistrate’s heart, Father. Give her wisdom, insight, and compassion to truly act in the child’s best interests. Let her hear Your voice above all the other voices in the courtroom.

We place our baby girl in Your hands, Lord. You know her name, You know her future. Fight for her, protect her, and let Your peace come over all of us who love her so much.

We trust You. You are in control, not man.

Amen 🙏

"Please stand with us in prayer tomorrow morning as we go to court for our little girl. Your prayers move mountains. ❤️

27/05/2026

Our days are crazy, our bed is full but our hearts are overflowing with love.