Malaysian charity Orphancare recently created a place where parents can anonymously drop off newborn or infant children they’re unable to care for. Commonly referred to as a “baby hatch,” it’s Malaysia’s first.

“The charity hopes it will rescue more unwanted newborns, as the authorities seek to stem the rising number of abandoned babies. Close to 500 babies have been found abandoned since 2005. Some were left in Muslim prayer halls, on doorsteps and even in rubbish bins. Many are found dead.” [Source: BBC]

The baby hatch locks once a baby is placed inside. An air conditioner turns on, and an alarm is sounded, alertring Orphancare staff. While some fear that this will encourage promiscuity among young people, most are supportive of Orphancare’s efforts to protect unwanted babies.

Labels: abandonment, unwanted_pregancy

Posted By: Stefanie Hamilton