Montgomery Unveils State’s 17th Safe Haven Baby Box

Montgomery, Alabama, has installed the state's 17th Safe Haven Baby Box at Fire Station 10, providing a secure and anonymous option for parents in crisis to legally surrender infants up to 45 days old. The installation, supported by local advocates, city officials, and Fire Chief Miford Jordan, aims to protect newborns and offer overwhelmed parents a safe alternative. When a baby is placed in the temperature-controlled box, an alarm alerts first responders who then transport the infant to a hospital for evaluation before placement for adoption by the Department of Human Resources. Founded by Monica Kelsey, Safe Haven Baby Boxes operate nationwide with 342 locations, 21 states involved, and 59 infants surrendered nationally since 2017. Mayor Steven Reed emphasized the box's role in providing hope and life-saving options during moments of crisis, while Kelsey highlighted the importance of preparedness and community advocacy in saving lives. The Montgomery box continues the mission to end infant abandonment and support families facing difficult circumstances.