Dericka & Blakely : Fragile Moments
By Aleica DavisMommy to Dericka & BlakelyTrisomy 18 & EncephaloceleSeptember 2015 My husband and I tried to conceive for 16 years. We struggled with infertility and tried nearly every procedure a couple could — from fertility medications to IUIs, to IVF. When all of those failed, we moved on to embryo adoption. A dear friend…
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May 27, 2025
Ellie : 10 Years of Bandaids and Memories
There are hundreds of people who followed Ellie’s journey from afar and found inspiration in her story. I had the honor of witnessing her life up close for nearly a decade. Her impact runs deeper than inspiration—she and her family helped shape how we support every family we serve.
May 23, 2025
What Does Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia Treatment Look Like?
Learn more about what exactly BPD means for your baby and the treatment routes your baby’s physicians may recommend over the next several weeks.
May 23, 2025
Josie : For as Long as Possible
We got Josie when she was 9 months old, placed with us through medical foster care. We knew she had Marshall-Smith Syndrome, but we had no idea the journey the Lord was about to take us on.
May 22, 2025
Jasper : Remember the Positive
Jasper was whisked away to the NICU, and we began navigating life with a medically fragile baby. He was diagnosed with BPD (bronchopulmonary dysplasia), which meant we had to stay home much more to limit exposure.
May 21, 2025
Honoring Our 2024 VIP Award Recipients
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.
May 12, 2025
What Not to Say to Someone Grieving — and Why It Matters
I want to talk about something else equally entangled with our mental health: grief. And more specifically, how we respond — or often, how we don’t quite know how to respond — when someone we care about is deep in the throes of it.
May 8, 2025
OAW Expands Reach and Builds Community During St. Louis ShutterFest Photography Conference
On Angels’ Wings spent a meaningful and productive week in St. Louis at the nationally recognized ShutterFest Photography Conference. The experience deepened connections with photographers and families alike, and created new opportunities to expand OAW’s compassionate mission.
May 5, 2025
OAW Founder/Executive Director Earns Prestigious CFRE Certification
Michelle Cramer, On Angels’ Wings Founder and Executive Director, earns Prestigious CFRE Certification, strengthening the organization’s commitment to ethical and effective fundraising
April 16, 2025
Renesemee : Little Fighter
Thirteen minutes after birth, Renesemee’s heart started beating. She definitely was a fighter. Her daddy holding her made her start breathing.
April 16, 2025
Sophia : Life is Short
Sophia’s diagnosis reminded me how short life is. I need to cherish every moment I have with my two other kids. We love to talk about Sophia and how she is in a far better place now. We miss her dearly. My kids draw pictures of her all the time. Life is truly such an…