As several of you know February is National Heart Awareness month. And yes I know that February is almost over, but the month has gotten away from me and I really want to acknowledge the #AmericanHeartAssociation for all that they do to educate families about congenital heart defects when their new born babies are affected.
This year I found out about a program called #LittleHatsBigHearts. The AHA provide red premie and newborn hats to hospitals that request hats throughout the state. And the need is overwhelming. It's a volunteer program for anyone who wants to #knit or #crochet these hats.
When I began I just thought I would knit a few hats and send them on their way. But in doing so I learned that these hats go through a process before being sent to the hospitals. The hats are sent to the AHA staff who properly wash, package and pair them with educational materials for the new parents. Each family receives a letter from the AHA that highlights resources for healthy living.
After finding out the process it made me feel even better that I had decided to make this small contribution. As they need hats all year long, not just in February, this will be something that I add to my other knitting projects. As long as my stiff hands hold up I'll be knitting for AHA, #PracticalArt and family members.
www.heart.org/littlehatsbighearts
www.practical-art.com
