Love Heals Baby Elephants Rebirthing Ivory Orphans - A Tale of Compassion and Hope

Elephants have long captured our fascination and imagination. These majestic, gentle giants have roamed the Earth for millions of years, flourishing in their natural habitats. However, the ivory trade has caused immense harm and devastation to elephant populations worldwide.

In recent years, a heartwarming movement has emerged, centered around the rescue and rehabilitation of baby elephants orphaned due to ivory poaching. Dedicated individuals and organizations have devoted their time and resources to providing care, love, and healing to these innocent creatures.

The journey of healing begins with rescue teams combing through the wilderness, searching for orphaned elephants or those left traumatized by the loss of their mothers. These compassionate individuals work tirelessly, committed to saving as many lives as possible and preventing these young elephants from becoming victims of the ivory trade.

Love Heals Baby Elephants: Rebirthing Ivory Orphans

by Mary Baures(Kindle Edition)

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Once rescued, these baby elephants are transferred to specialized centers where their rehabilitation process begins. These centers offer a safe haven for the orphans, providing them with the comfort, nourishment, and medical attention they desperately need.

One such center is the lovingly named "Love Heals Sanctuary." Located deep within a protected reserve, this sanctuary is home to dozens of orphaned baby elephants. The dedicated staff here works around the clock, providing individualized care to each elephant while fostering a sense of community and belonging.

At Love Heals Sanctuary, the elephants are reintroduced to a natural and nurturing environment. Each day is carefully planned, ensuring that they receive proper nutrition, exercise, and socialization. The ultimate goal is to prepare them for eventual reintegration into the wild, where they can thrive independently.

The healing process involves not only physical rehabilitation but also emotional recovery. These baby elephants have endured unimaginable trauma and loss, often witnessing the brutal deaths of their mothers. The dedicated caretakers at Love Heals Sanctuary provide constant emotional support, drawing upon the incredible resilience of these animals.

One of the most profound aspects of the healing process is the formation of nurturing bonds between the orphans. They find solace in each other's presence, forming lifelong friendships that mirror the familial structures lost in tragedy. It is truly remarkable to witness the resilience and capacity for love within these young souls.

Throughout their stay at the sanctuary, the young elephants are provided with extensive veterinary care and medical treatments. The dedicated veterinarians and support staff employ advanced techniques to heal both physical wounds and emotional scars. They administer medication, perform surgeries when necessary, and monitor the health and progress of each elephant.

However, the journey does not end within the sanctuary walls. As the elephants grow stronger and develop the necessary survival skills, careful plans are made to reintegrate them into the wild. This crucial step involves gradually introducing the orphans to the natural habitat, giving them the opportunity to adapt and adjust.

Reintegration is a complex and delicate process that requires thorough research, understanding, and preparation. Love Heals Sanctuary works closely with experts in the field, ensuring that the elephants are given the best chance at successfully returning to their natural habitat. The ultimate goal is to reintegrate them into existing elephant communities, promoting socialization and bonding.

The process of healing and rebirth is not without its challenges. The cruel and ruthless nature of the ivory trade continues to pose threats to elephant populations worldwide. However, through the collective efforts of individuals, communities, and organizations, significant strides have been made.

The success stories of baby elephants reborn at Love Heals Sanctuary serve as a testament to the resilience of these incredible creatures and the power of compassion and dedication. Each elephant's journey is a symbol of hope, reminding us that with love and care, we can heal the wounds inflicted upon our planet and its beautiful inhabitants.

The story of Love Heals Baby Elephants Rebirthing Ivory Orphans is one that warrants celebration and recognition. It speaks of humanity's capacity for kindness and our unwavering commitment to protect and preserve our natural world. As we look to the future, let us remember the importance of nurturing compassion, so that love can continue to heal and restore the beauty of our planet for generations to come.

Love Heals Baby Elephants: Rebirthing Ivory Orphans

by Mary Baures(Kindle Edition)

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	41288 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Print length	:	152 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE

Only 3 percent of baby elephants survive when orphaned by poachers who slaughtered their parents for their ivory. Touched by their plight, Dr. Mary Baures, a psychologist expert in treating trauma, traveled to Africa and adopted a baby elephant through the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust. That visit inspired a series of photography safaris during which she captured the strength, grace, and majestic beauty of African wildlife. At the same time, she chronicled the devastating consequences of the brutal ivory trade, and the joyous recovery of a few orphaned calves. She has now adopted four baby elephants. This book is their story.

Love Heals Baby Elephants: Rebirthing Ivory Orphans explores how love, community and play help these babies overcome their trauma. Behind the joy of the survival of a few is still the horror of the global trafficking of elephant tusks and rhinoceros horns through organized crime, corrupt governments, and greed. These wise and gentle giants are now on the brink of extinction. Dr. Baures’ breathtaking photos are an urgent call to action to stop the imminent extinction. Love Heals Baby Elephants takes the reader on an unforgettable journey.

“This wonderfully written and magnificently photographed book about orphan elephants makes us understand the powerful similarities and connections between humans and animals. When we understand this, the slaughter of elephants for ivory becomes a crime against all we aspire to be as human beings.”

– Margaret Lazarus, Academy Award–winning filmmaker of Defending Our Lives.

Mary Baures is a writer and artist who practices psychology in Beverly, Massachusetts. She holds a doctorate in clinical psychology from Antioch New England, a certificate of advanced graduate study in human development from Harvard University, and three master’s degrees—in psychopharmacology from the Massachusetts School of Professional Psychology, in counseling from Boston University, and in creative writing from Boston University.
Dr. Baures has been published in the Boston Globe Sunday Magazine, the New Age Journal and many other publications. She is the author of Undaunted Spirits - Portraits of Recovery from trauma, and co-produced the film, Strong at the Broken Places - turning Trauma into Recovery. She lives in Beverly, Massachusetts, with her dog, Garth.