Two Important Options in this Year's Christmas Gift Catalog

Are you looking for that perfect gift to let your loved one know how much you care this holiday season? A gift from the Chalice US gift catalog is really two gifts in one – buy a gift for someone in need in honor of your loved one or friend and Chalice US will send a beautiful card to the person you designate letting them know of the gift you purchased in their name. This year two important, new gift choices have been added to the Christmas gift catalog to help you pick the perfect gift for your loved one.

Wellness Checkup for Mothers and Infants According to the World Health Organization (WHO), every day approximately 830 women die from preventable causes related to pregnancy and childbirth, with 99% of all maternal deaths occurring in developing countries. Maternal health and newborn health are closely linked. It was estimated that approximately 2.7 million newborn babies died in 2015, and an additional 2.6 million are stillborn. Healthy mothers mean healthy babies. Access to quality postnatal care gives mothers a great start with their new babies. For just $35 you can provide a visit from a qualified health practitioner and vitamins to give more infants the chance to grow up happy and healthy.

Birth Certificate Vital to a person's identity, a birth certificate is needed to access education, medical care, and government services. The absence of a legal record of birth leaves children vulnerable to neglect, abuse and human trafficking. For adults, a record of birth is needed to open a bank account, obtain a passport, vote, and inherit property. Many parents and guardians living in poverty cannot afford to provide their children with a legal registration of their birth. With this gift of $10 you can show a child they belong, they are a member of their community and nation.

Sponsor a Child You can also always choose to sponsor a child in the name of a loved one or friend. Sponsorship costs just $33 per month and gives children the support and nourishment they need to learn at school while providing families with the resources they need to care for their children and learn skills to improve daily life for their family and community.

— Compiled from information researched and reported by Heather Little, Chalice Communication Specialist