June 2024
Dena
Dammen
,
BSN, RN
Family Birth Center
SSM Health Monroe
Monroe
,
WI
United States
Dena checks in with me often and is a listening ear when I am struggling.
Dena was the nurse who cared for me the day that I was discharged home after delivering my stillborn daughter. Dena made sure I had all the time I needed with my girl before I had to say goodbye. She took lots of pictures and made sure to get help from nurse Alyssa to get the perfect hand and footprints, which I later used for my memorial tattoo for my daughter. When it was time to leave, I requested to walk my daughter out with the funeral home. I was so stressed about having to say goodbye, but Dena made sure to support me in every way possible. Dena walked my husband and I out with the funeral home and then even proceeded to walk us to our own car after we had to give our daughter up. After being discharged, Dena continues to check in on me. She has made multiple trips to my home over 30 minutes away to bring me treats, dinner, and gifts to help cheer me up. Dena wasn't only the best nurse to me but is so compassionate in the care she provides every day to her patients. I am lucky to work alongside Dena, and I have learned so much from her. Now that I am back to working in labor and delivery myself, Dena supports me in so many ways. It has been so difficult returning to work to help other moms / babies, but Dena is always there to support me. Dena checks in with me often and is a listening ear when I am struggling. I don't have enough words of gratitude to explain how forever grateful I am for Dena. She has such a beautiful soul and loving heart, and I couldn't be where I am in my grief journey without her endless love and support.