Beyond the Box: A Mother’s Mission to Bring Babies Home

For Linda Znacko, it was the news of a nameless infant who died alone and abandoned that changed everything. When the world looked away, she chose to step in and take a second glance, and what she saw started a mission that has given countless forgotten children the recognition they deserve.

In this episode of Beyond the Box, we dive into Linda’s inspirational journey—a mission that began with a single unclaimed baby and has since grown into He Knows Your Name, a movement ensuring that no child leaves this world without dignity, a name, or someone to mourn them.

A Little Investigation Goes A Long Way

Linda’s story started with a simple, heartbreaking question: Who is caring for the abandoned babies? She stumbled upon a local news story about an unclaimed infant whose tiny body was lying in a morgue with no family to claim him. Linda knew she couldn’t let that be the end of this baby boy's story.

So, she did something radical. She made a few calls and started an investigation. Who was this little child? He had a name and a story - one Linda believed was more than the news headlines were telling.

She was right. Her involvement led not only to the discovery of the child’s name but also to unexpected meetings with his biological mother. As Linda investigated further, she uncovered unexpected twists—revealing not just the child's identity but also the heartbreaking truth about who had abandoned him. She arranged a funeral, gathering both the child's family and the community to celebrate his life and grieve. In doing so, she realized something powerful: naming is love. Naming gives dignity. Naming says, You mattered. You were here.

And from that moment, Linda's mission was clear—no baby should be forgotten.

What We See In The Silence

Since Baby Nicolas, Linda and the work of, He Knows Your Name, has become a beacon of hope for families struggling with infant loss, bringing comfort where there was silence. Her work reminds us that compassion isn’t about grand gestures—it’s about seeing the unseen, speaking for the voiceless, and showing up when no one else will.  

Her story challenges us: Who do we see in the silence? Do we recognize the value of life in others—even strangers? Are we willing to acknowledge their humanity and speak when only silence is what is left for those left unseen?

A Lot of Legacy

Linda’s story isn’t just about what she has done—it’s about what anyone can do. She saw a need, and she acted. And in doing so, she continues to change lives.

Her story challenges us all: Where can we bring dignity? Who can we remember? How can we see the unseen?

The world may overlook them, but we don’t have to. Every life deserves to be seen, remembered, and honored.

Listen to the Full Story

Linda’s journey is one of love, loss, and the power of remembering. Listen to this deeply moving episode of Beyond the Box and be inspired to see the world—and the forgotten ones in it—a little differently.

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