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Having a baby will bring about significant change in anyone’s world. They might be your first, they might be your

The steady gaze of an infant’s eyes in my own is nothing short of a celebration. I mean, it’s exciting

The Maddie’s Place Mom Program is one of the most inspirational spaces at Maddie’s as of late. The purpose of

Kayla, Matt, and Amelia’s Road to Recovery
Have you ever had trouble breathing? Ever found yourself gasping for air? If you haven’t

Have you ever had bright lights wake you up from a deep sleep? It takes a minute for your eyes

Mary was at her lowest. Drugs riddled her body. Depression clouded her spirit. After CPS took both of her daughters

Fans cheering, children dancing, gong clanging. This last Sunday evening was quite an event for many of the Maddie’s Place

Interesting title, huh? You may be asking yourself, “What is a ‘snuggler scoop’? Is ‘snuggler’ even a word?” To which

They say that you are who you spend most of your time with. So, if your best friends are readers, chances

At the beginning of the summer, I found myself surrounded by more unfamiliar faces than usual. At first, this was

You’ve heard it said that Maddie’s Place is just like a home. That we blend into the neighborhood. That we function

It’s a typical Tuesday morning in Spokane, WA. One infant care specialist at Maddie’s Place pulls into the parking lot

Filming day for Dr. Debra Gonsher Vinik’s documentary feels like forever ago. I guess time flies when you are caring

I have been working at Maddie’s Place for about 8 months now. I answer all the calls, see everyone to their

On October 3, 2022, Maddie’s Place opened its doors for the first time.   It was a quiet day to

The cry of a newborn baby is painful to hear, especially when it never seems to end. Even the most

It is not abnormal for first-time visitors to exclaim to me, “It sure did take me forever to find this