"When you're grieving, the last thing you want to worry about is money," Courtney said.
"If we can help another family going through the same, then every little bit helps."
Courtney and Nick were devastated by the loss of their precious second child, born 'sleeping' on January 30.
"It was all a blur," Courtney said.
"You never expect it -- you get to 12 weeks, and you think you're going to be fine."
Inspired by a discussion on an infant loss support group on Facebook, Courtney decided to raise money for the Cuddle Cot.
After Beau was born, midwives provided ice packs, so his parents could take him home and spend time with him.
"Beau not coming home was never an option for us," Courtney said.
"We wanted the same for other families -- to have baby at home, and make those memories.
"Time doesn't stop, and every moment is precious."
Courtney set up the Givealittle page on a Thursday night -- and, by the following Wednesday the target of $5000 had been reached.
"It was crazy -- every time I hit refresh, there was a new donor.
"People we didn't even know were supporting us.
"One woman even donated who was in hospital having her baby at the same time as me."
Courtney and Nick have now sourced a Cuddle Cot from Australia, and will use remaining funds to buy the bassinet and linen.
Further funds raised for the trust will go towards the upkeep of the cot, and any expenses required by a baby's parents -- such as hand and foot castings, photography and counselling.
"I got a counsellor through Whaiora -- but some people don't have the money. It's not cheap".
The couple are now planning a major fundraising event for the trust -- which will include the auction of donated vouchers from Hebe, The Villa, The Sanctuary and The Interislander, two paintings from Masterton artist Mandy Emerson, and rugby jerseys signed by the Wairarapa Bush.
"Our friends are telling us to go for 10 grand from the auction," Courtney said.
"But we'll be happy with anything."
