Bill > K00392

This Resolution memorializes Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to officially proclaim October 15, 2021, as Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day in New York State, aligning with the global observance of World Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day. This day is dedicated to remembering and acknowledging the profound grief experienced by families who have suffered pregnancy loss or infant death, which can include events like miscarriage, stillbirth, Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), or the death of a newborn. The resolution highlights that these losses, though devastating, are often not publicly acknowledged, and aims to increase awareness to provide better understanding and support for grieving families, as well as to promote education and prevention efforts. The day is observed internationally with ceremonies and candle-lighting vigils, often featuring a "Wave of Light" where candles are lit globally, and its awareness colors are light pink and baby blue. The resolution also references President Reagan's 1988 declaration of October as a month for recognizing the grief of bereaved parents and the "NeverBeStill" campaign, which seeks to break the silence surrounding these losses and empower expectant mothers.