The Story Behind Seoul's Baby Box: A Mother's Love, Hope, and the Courage to Keep Going
As fewer babies are left at Seoul's Baby Box, stories of resilience, family support, and maternal sacrifice continue to emerge. By Majella Pagayon | June 14, 2026 Hidden within a quiet neighborhood in Seoul's Gwanak District stands a place that has touched countless lives. It is home to Jusarang Community, the location of Seoul's well-known Baby Box—a place where mothers facing overwhelming circumstances can leave their newborns in safety when they feel they have nowhere else to turn. For many people, the Baby Box represents heartbreak. For others, it represents compassion. But perhaps most importantly, it represents the difficult choices that some mothers face when life becomes more challenging than they ever imagined. Years ago, hundreds of babies were brought to the Baby Box annually. Today, that number has declined significantly. Behind that decline is a story not only of social support but also of mothers finding new ways to fight for their children's future. A P...