The Full Story
Dear Baby Archie
Our story, told with courage, truth and faith. I've been sitting on this for a while, but Charlie Kirk's life and death has inspired me to be bolder and to share my testimony now. E-book available on Amazon! Paperback is on its way too so stay tuned...
Born at just 24 weeks, Archie's birth thrusts us into a world where we must fight to survive and to find the light in the darkness. It is a story of what it means to be human, to love, and to trust in God even when the valleys are deep and dark.
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Testimonials
"Dear Baby Archie" transformed my outlook on navigating life's obstacles. Ashleigh's words remind us that with the love and support of our family and those around us, we always have the power to choose how we handle tough times. This book tells a true story that any mother or woman can relate to, illustrating how, in moments of darkness, we can turn to our faith for light.
Liz (Mama of 2, secondary infertility)
There are few people who can articulate the pain that comes with the loss of a child. In channeling her heartbreak into these pages, Ashleigh has managed to do this, while interweaving a message of hope throughout. Beautifully and vulnerably written, Dear Baby Archie will touch the heart of the reader and offer a message of hope and comfort to those suffering from the loss of a child.
Elizabeth (Mama of 5, stillbirth)
Ashleigh's story is incredible. Love, life, loss and everything in between. She is a brilliant writer and I was hooked the minute I started reading her story. A mother's love is endless, and Ashleigh has endured it all and survived. I recommend this book to anyone who has suffered a loss of any kind, but specifically the loss of a child. Ashleigh's words are full of wisdom and strength, and her son Archie's life and spirit, lives on through her and their story.
Elizabeth (Mama of 2, stillbirth, miscarriage)
Dear Baby Archie is a story that will take you through all the emotions from the peaks of joy to the valley of sorrow. Dear Baby Archie is also a family story, a story of connections. A faith, hope and love story. It's often a hidden story, but one that needs to be told.
Pam (Mama of 4)
This book helped me to process the loss of my own premature baby, almost thirty years ago. Everyone is given trials in life, and Dear Baby Archie shows how suffering can be an opportunity for personal growth and faith. Even though it is a sad story, Ashleigh's words are also inspiring and helpful, and it has been a great relief to hear someone put into words the struggles of child loss which are relatable to so many.
Melanie (Mama of 5, child loss)
Dear Baby Archie is the achingly beautiful account of the short life of an adored infant son. Through letters to Archie, his devoted mother Ashleigh Mills relates the joy, anguish and hope of her dream of "one live child with me here on earth". A profoundly moving inspiration.
Margaret Cunneen SC