Alabama’s First Safe Haven Baby Box | Huntsville News

Russellville, Alabama, just rolled out its first Safe Haven Baby Box — a lifesaving, anonymous drop-off station for newborns — installed at the local fire department. This marks Franklin County’s first such box and Alabama’s 24th statewide, signaling a growing commitment to supporting parents in crisis. Designed to protect babies and offer discreet, judgment-free help, these boxes empower families facing impossible choices while connecting infants with care right away. Local leaders see it as essential child welfare infrastructure — a quiet safety net for moments of desperation. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2f99ca8533ea8067