Making the decision to put my baby Jack down was incredibly difficult, Dr Schmillen made this very hard process so much more manageable. She was the calm in what could've been a horrible storm. Walked us through everything in a way we could understand, at a time where listening to lots of words seemed impossible. She made Jacks last moments personal and peaceful and treated him with so much love, dignity and respect. The most impressive last act of kindness was the beautiful basket with a soft cushion she laid my baby in. She covered him with a blanket, and carried him out to her car where the trunk was decorated with candles, lights, and flowers. Jack was placed in there carefully where I got to say one last goodbye. Knowing he was in such a beautiful space and not a cold box left me with so much peace and comfort. Dr Schmillen, you are a gift and I personally cannot thank you enough for helping bring some light to the darkness.
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