Gig Harbor Undressed

Please help us support March of Dimes

This past September, my wife and I welcomed our first child into the world…nearly 6 weeks early.  Our daughter was born weighing only 4lbs, 3oz, and she would later drop to 3lbs, 11oz.  Although we were quite worried, the staff at Tacoma General Hospital’s NICU thought that she was strong and healthy.  Compared to some of the other children there, several weighing fewer than 2lbs, our daughter was healthy.

After 15 days in the NICU, we got to bring our little girl home.  Now, more than 6 months later, she’s a thriving, healthy baby.  The March of Dimes is hosting a March for Babies on April 19th at Tacoma’s Point Defiance Park.  This is a special place for us, as Pt. Defiance is where I proposed to my wife in August of 2001. 

We have a goal of raising at least $1000 to support March of Dimes as they continue to fight to save babies from premature birth.  Many people don’t realize that premature birth is the leading cause of newborn death, and the rate of premature births is escalating. 

We’d love to have you help us as we support this great cause.  There are two ways you can help:

1. Donate funds
2. Join us in the walk on April 19th

For information on how to donate, to donate online, or to register to join our team, please visit our March of Dimes team website.