The campaign is called Knit One, Save One. Each participant knits a cap for a new baby, then mails it to Save the Children to be distributed to pregnant women and new moms through the world. Along with the cap, participants are also asked to send a letter to President Obama, asking him to do something to help babies around the world "Survive to Five!"But what could America do? According to the Save the Children's website: "Research shows that 60 percent of the 4 million newborn deaths that occur each year could be prevented if mothers and children in poor countries had access to a few simple health measures like: antibiotics to fight infections, immunizations against tetanus, training for skilled birth attendants, education on breastfeeding, and basic care such as keeping a baby warm — even those born in hot climates — with a knit cap. America's leaders could save millions of newborn lives by increasing international assistance for programs that offer these inexpensive life-saving tools."
So...we've knitted and sent off 16 caps. It's a small thing to do, but perhaps it's one step closer to a bright future for a new little baby.
