Each year, over half a million dreams are shattered.  Out of 3.3 million born alive, some 30,000 die during the first 28 days.  Another 39,000 babies are still born.  Miscarriage occurs in fifteen to twenty percent of pregnancies, while ectopic pregnancy occurs in one percent.

It is estimated that approximately 6,000 babies are at risk each year in the United States due to TTTS. 

TTTS (Twin-to-Twin Transfusion Syndrome) is a condition that happens in 5% - 15% of multiple identical pregnancies. It only happens in identical twins or a higher multiple pregnancy with identical twins. It can happen anytime during an affected pregnancy or a higher multiple pregnancy. Identical twins are not inherited. The identical twinning process occurs when one embryo splits to create two babies.

Amy's Angels is a developing Texas non-profit, non-denominational, volunteer based organization providing outreach and support to individuals and families who experience pregnancy and infant loss from conception to one year of age.  Established in October, 2006, Amy's Angels promotes awareness of the issues faced by families who experience pregnancy and infant loss as well as provide resources to aid in positive grief resolution.

Our program hands out  bereavement boxes filled with items such as a teddy bear, blanket, music selection appropriate for the funeral, burial gown and other keepsakes for the family.  These items are distributed to hospitals that have bereavement programs for those who experience pregnancy and infant loss. 

Amy's Angels Mission

	To provide aid, support and comfort in a time of bereavement to individuals and families who experience a pregnancy or infant loss.
	To promote awareness of the incidences of pregnancy and infant loss and to educate the community so they are able to meet the needs of the bereaved individual and their families.
	To continue to develop programs and services to meet the needs of the bereaved and to provide ongoing awareness education to the community.   The availability of Amy's Angels programs and services are made possible through the generous donations and support of people like you, in conjunction with monies raised through fund raising efforts.  Our organization can only flourish with your generous donations.  Proceeds from all monetary donations and sales from Amy's Angels products benefit bereaved families and Twin-to-Twin Transfusion Syndrome research.  Financial contributions to Amy's Angels are tax deductible.  Thank you for your support. You can send check donations to: Amy's Angels 22585 Community Dr. New Caney, TX 77357   Visit our website at www.amysangels.com

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