The renovations of the second room happened quickly thanks to David and his crew. They worked through the night knowing that it would be difficult for us to manage around the construction if more than one lady came in labor. Here you can see the progress.. 
Grace and Natarsha got a little into the action
But, as with many things I have experienced in Kenya, there were challenges to come. Here you can see damage to the ceiling after a large storm that moved in the day after the ceiling was painted.
Unfortunately, the previous contractor’s work has not been adequate and caused many problems from a collapsed water tank, leaking sinks and now a leaking roof. We have tried to make some minor repairs but it appears that to prevent more water damage to the new birth rooms, the building will need a new roof. The first estimate I got was right at $1000. I plan to get a second. I do not have the funds to repair it but I figured I could spread the word and maybe we can make this happen. Dig deep and click the donation button to the right..
If only 20 people donated $50, FreMo would have a dry place for women to birth this wet season. A place where the father is welcome to participate in the birth. A place where violence at birth is not tolerated. A place where the women and babies are treated with love and respect. One of the things I have learned here in Kenya is that together we can face and overcome any challenge.
For all of you that are already involved, Thank you! The cost of renovations completed and new supplies comes to $800. You can view the before photos in the previous post and Here is the room so far..
Please spread the word! Asante Sana!
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