emotional significance.
The Story Behind the Purple Butterfly
The purple butterfly symbol became particularly well known through the story of a family who experienced the loss of one baby from a multiple pregnancy while another baby survived.
A purple butterfly was reportedly used to help explain the family’s circumstances to people entering the hospital room.
The symbol subsequently became associated with the idea of remembering a baby who was lost while honoring the surviving sibling.
Why Hospital Staff May Use Symbols
Hospitals can be busy environments.
Doctors, nurses, technicians, cleaners,
