Though this care was sufficient for the family, Courtney said changing ice packs is the last thing parents need or want to think about in the situation.
It was then that she realised the need for a cuddle cot in Wairarapa Hospital for the parents of stillborn children to use in order to spend precious moments together in the comfort of their own home.
The Cuddle Cot is a cooling system that fits inside a bassinet and is used to preserve stillborn babies. It costs $5000 and is imported from Britain.
"It allows grieving parents the opportunity to be able to take home their babies and spend as much time as possible with their newborn - to take pictures, hold their newborns, create memories and grieve for their loss," she said.
The donations page had received support that had left Courtney speechless. She gave the project at least six months for it to reach the $5000 target.
"I actually cannot describe it and how I feel," she said.
"Cuddle Cots are not really a heard of thing in Wairarapa but there are ones getting around in the bigger towns and cities."
"At least if we get one here, if the same thing happens to someone else, it will be easier for them and their family."
Businesses have jumped on board the campaign with the project including The Sanctuary, Hebe Designer Boutique, Mitre 10 and Wairarapa Hunting and Fishing, pledging to donate items to raise more money.
To donate go to A Cuddle For Beau Givealittle page.
