Day 73: Loved Twice

Having a child has opened my eyes to the world of "things".  Diapers, socks, hats, onesies, pants, jackets.  Bottles, baby spoons, bowls, burp clothes.  Teethers, crib, sheets, blankets, toys.  The list could literally go on and on.  But I have been so grateful for the generosity of those around me, who have traveled the road of parenthood before me.  We have received clothes, bottles, a swing, bouncy seat, and a Johnny Jump-Up seat to name just a few items.  It's been freely given, and gratefully received.

It's hard to imagine having a child and not being able to meet their most basic needs.  Of the items filling Isla's room, there are many that aren't necessities.  We could live without a lot of things and still be content.  But what if we couldn't clothe her?  Or keep her warm because we didn't have blankets, or a hat and coat?  There are mothers and fathers who fear and live this, because they don't have the means to provide these things.  Lisa Klein decided to step up and give her children's used items to newborn children that really need them.  Loved Twice is a San Francisco Bay Area charity that accepts gently used and new infant clothing, and provides a box of items to needy mothers and infants.  Below is a video highlighting the work they do.  

If you would like to donate money or clothing items, here is the mailing information. 

To donate clothing by mail:
Early Head Start Program
Attention: Rebecca, c/o LOVED TWICE
150 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, Suite 6224
Oakland, CA 94612

To donate money:
Loved Twice
4123 Broadway, Suite 815
Oakland, CA 94611

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