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“Walk to Remember” Jaxen and Other Babies Lost Too Soon
Stephanie Byrd, whose baby boy Jaxen was stillborn on April 23, will honor him by walking in the Hygeia Foundation “Walk to Remember” on Oct. 6.

Hello! I may be a familiar face to some of you as I've been the local editor for North Branford for almost two years and lived in Branford for the last four years. If you don't know me, I hope to meet you soon!
I moved to North Branford in second grade and my parents still live in the house I grew up in (Hi Mom and Dad!). I graduated from North Branford High School in 1997 where I was involved in the drama club, Peer Advocates, manager of the hockey team and a JV soccer player for three years (athletics obviously weren't my strong suit!).
After high school, I went to Southern Connecticut State University. It took a while to figure out exactly what I wanted to major in, but once I took my first journalism class, I was hooked. I worked at Shore Publishing for seven years, including six as the sports editor.
I've been the local editor for North Branford Patch since March 2011 and in the beginning of 2013, I also took on Branford Patch. Throughout this time, I have enjoyed learning more about the towns, meeting so many wonderful people and seeing how the residents really look out for each other.
I'd love to hear from you with comments, questions, story ideas, and other local happenings so feel free to email me at jenn.mcculloch@patch.com or call me at 203-517-7541.
Stephanie Byrd, whose baby boy Jaxen was stillborn on April 23, will honor him by walking in the Hygeia Foundation “Walk to Remember” on Oct. 6.

Stephanie Byrd, whose baby boy Jaxen was stillborn on April 23, will honor him by walking in the Hygeia Foundation “Walk to Remember” on Oct. 6.
The most recent data on state obesity rates indicate we haven't reduced the number of obese children living in poverty.
The most recent data on state obesity rates indicate we haven't reduced the number of obese children living in poverty.
It's August 13. Need a little help planning your day? Patch pulls it all together for you!
It's August 13. Need a little help planning your day? Patch pulls it all together for you!
The following arrest information was supplied by the Branford Police Department. It does not indicate a conviction.
The money the state makes off its gaming is now greater than casino slot revenues.
The money the state makes off its gaming is now greater than casino slot revenues.
Wondering what's in store for the week in North Branford? Here's the rundown.
This week in Branford, join the CDR for fun on the green, sign up for Environmental Camp and plan a great weekend!
Here's what you need to do to get ready for the new school year.
Here's what you need to know about hurricane season.
Do you know which industries are looking to hire new employees? Provided by AOLJobs.com.
The state's mosquito testing program has traps in dozens of communities in an effort to monitor the possible spread of West Nile.
Branford property transactions from May 12 to 18, 2013.
Here's what you need to do to get ready for the new school year.
Here's what you need to know about hurricane season.
Do you know which industries are looking to hire new employees? Provided by AOLJobs.com.
The state's mosquito testing program has traps in dozens of communities in an effort to monitor the possible spread of West Nile.