Abbie : Joy Amidst a Lifetime of Hardship

After losing both of our boys, grief is complicated. For me, one of the hardest parts is my fear of forgetting the little things—their features, dates, and details. Part of me wants to stay lost in grief because that’s where I feel closest to them. When I allow myself to feel joy, sometimes I feel…

Jewels was the purest soul I have ever known. Despite everything she endured, she was a light. Her smile felt like a gift, and she had the kind of beautiful spirit that made you feel like you’d been in the presence of angels. She was equal parts sassy, joyful, and full of love. I miss…

Even though Elizabeth Rose isn’t physically with us, she still received her miracle of being healed. She taught me the importance of life and not giving up. Because if she had the strength to endure everything she was going through, so can I, no matter what life looks like.

Navigating life after loss of a child can feel impossible. This compassionate guide offers gentle ways grieving parents can begin reintegrating into daily life while honoring their child and their grief.

Each year, On Angels’ Wings presents the VIP (Very Important Photographer) Award to a select group of volunteer photographers who exemplify our mission and values through extraordinary dedication. Here are the honorees for 2025.

Today, Jamison is still fighting. Leigh syndrome is a lifelong diagnosis, but he continues to beat the odds and prove doctors wrong. Having his trach removed in May 2025 was a huge milestone. He still uses his G-button to help with nutrition because gaining weight remains difficult, but overall, his diagnosis has become such a…

Her BPD diagnosis felt incredibly overwhelming. Every day we watched her struggle, even with the level of support she was receiving. Her doctors explained that she would continue to struggle until her lungs grew and strengthened, and that simply took time. We were fearful that she would tire out from working so hard to breathe…

We had been told that we might never hear a cry or see any movement from our son. But Jack continued to defy the odds. Before they placed his breathing tube, he cried. He came into this world ready to fight. We knew the chances of survival were slim, but all we were asking for…

On May 17, On Angels’ Wings hosted its first-ever Spa Day for recipient mothers in the St. Louis service area, creating a space for women navigating infant loss or the ongoing care of medically fragile children to rest, connect, and receive support from their community. Founded in Springfield, On Angels’ Wings has hosted annual spa…

On May 16, 2026, On Angels’ Wings hosted its 6th Annual Spa Day for recipient mothers in the Springfield area, bringing together local businesses and service providers to offer a free day of pampering, relaxation, and emotional support for mothers who have experienced infant loss or are caring for medically fragile children.