Saline Bath Preservation Method
Saline Bath Preservation Vessels
This combo contains a separate baby urn and a vault. The Polish wood urn box is blue with one flowers painted on the lid. It opens like a regular casket to reveal a vessel for up to 7 cubic inches of cremated remains. There is a gold satin cloth cover for the vessel for a warm feel. The mahogany brown vault has laurel leaves inlaid by hand with gold color paint. The laurel leaves symbolizes triumph over death and is a symbol of eternity. Urn, vault, baby vessel, vessel cover, name plate, and sealant glue, are included. This vault seals when the glue is applied. Note: The diameter of the opening to this vessel is 1.22 inches and the length is 4 inches. Since this casket is hand painted, the blueish purple color does vary (see pictures). The gold vinyl cross on the lid is optional and no additional cost.
This urn and vault can also be used as a burial casket. The vessel holds 7 cubic in. of cremated remains.
Casket Exterior Size: 5.5”(L) x 3.25”(W) x 3.25”(H(, Interior Size: 4.75”(L) x 2.5”(W) x 1.75”(H)
Vault Exterior Size 10.25"(L) x 4.5"(W) x 3.75"(H), Interior Size 8.4"(L) x 3.5"(W) x 2.9"(H)
This mini urn is made in Poland. The Polish people are famous for many things including their wood boxes. Polish wooden boxes are the end product of an unrivaled woodcraft mastery that has been developed through countless generations of Polish woodworkers. Polish boxes display elegant artwork and each box has a slightly different, unique personality since these boxes are hand painted with a prime lacquer finish. In today's world of mass production, exquisitely hand-crafted boxes bring, along with their grace, the charm and passion of the human imagination and creativity.
This combo contains a separate baby urn and a vault. The Polish wood urn box is blue with one flowers painted on the lid. It opens like a regular casket to reveal a vessel for up to 7 cubic inches of cremated remains. There is a gold satin cloth cover for the vessel for a warm feel. The mahogany brown vault has laurel leaves inlaid by hand with gold color paint. The laurel leaves symbolizes triumph over death and is a symbol of eternity. Urn, vault, baby vessel, vessel cover, name plate, and sealant glue, are included. This vault seals when the glue is applied. Note: The diameter of the opening to this vessel is 1.22 inches and the length is 4 inches. Since this casket is hand painted, the blueish purple color does vary (see pictures). The gold vinyl cross on the lid is optional and no additional cost.
This urn and vault can also be used as a burial casket. The vessel holds 7 cubic in. of cremated remains.
Casket Exterior Size: 5.5”(L) x 3.25”(W) x 3.25”(H(, Interior Size: 4.75”(L) x 2.5”(W) x 1.75”(H)
Vault Exterior Size 10.25"(L) x 4.5"(W) x 3.75"(H), Interior Size 8.4"(L) x 3.5"(W) x 2.9"(H)
This mini urn is made in Poland. The Polish people are famous for many things including their wood boxes. Polish wooden boxes are the end product of an unrivaled woodcraft mastery that has been developed through countless generations of Polish woodworkers. Polish boxes display elegant artwork and each box has a slightly different, unique personality since these boxes are hand painted with a prime lacquer finish. In today's world of mass production, exquisitely hand-crafted boxes bring, along with their grace, the charm and passion of the human imagination and creativity.
How can I explain the saline bath so it does not sound like a specimen?
How long does it take for the water to transform the appearance of the baby?
Some changes will appear immediate, while others take 3-4 hours. The fingers and toes start to float immediately, but the decrease of redness may take up to 4 hours.
What do I do when the water turns pink?
The water will turn pink from any blood that seeps out. The water can be changed as often as the family wishes. Many parents like to change the water every 3-4 hours like they would change a diaper. It gives the family another way to parent their child.
How far do I fill the vessel with the saline?
Fill the bottle to the very top so that there are few if any bubbles.
What direction should the baby be placed?
It is recommended that you place the baby so the feet at the lid end of the vessel. That allows a better view of the baby’s face.
How long can the baby be kept in the saline before burial?
Salt is a natural preservative but this is not a long term preservative for a baby. Saline water only slows the deterioration of the baby and does not prevent it. Saline Bath technique is a natural way to temporarily preserve the baby a few days until burial. When not being viewed, the baby in the saline bath should be in a refrigerated place to further slow the deterioration.
What is the salt percentage of the saline solution and can I make my own?
The solution is a 0.9 saline and it is not recommended to make your own. Contact solution can be used if you cannot acquire saline solution.
Is it ok to take the baby in and out of the saline?
Yes that is not a problem but, of course be very gentle.
Can the baby be buried in the vessel in the saline water?
Yes, the vessels are made of plastic to allow some expansion if the ground freezes.
Is it OK to freeze the baby in the saline vessel?
We do not recommend freezing the vessel or the baby.
How will the appearance of the baby be when taken out of the vessel?
The baby’s appearance will be improved after taking them out of the vessel. The baby’s redness should continue to be less. The baby can start to dehydrate if left out for a prolonged period.
Who can I call if I have additional questions?
Please call Heaven’s Gain Ministries with any additional questions. One of our Advocates for Parents of Perinatal Loss (APPL) will be happy to answer your questions to the best of her ability.