Bellis Siamese

LATEST NEWS

1st July 2024
It has been a while since I updated my website. There is a lot to report.

Firstly I have welcomed Bellis Lula back home. She left here 2 years ago and seemed to have a lovely new owner. But in February I saw her advertised on Pets4Homes and it was not the same person advertising her as the one I sold her to. So there was no option but to buy her back, which I did. I couldn't allow her to have yet another home, so she is back with the Bellis Siamese.
She has had a short showing career since she came back and has become a Champion.
Her breeding is very special as she is a daughter of Champion Bellis Willoughby and Grand Champion Bellis Autumn so I am looking forward to continuing this line of my breeding program. She is currently in kitten to Denson Asters Prince Louis.
She will return to her showing career hopefully after the kittens are born successfully and left for new homes.

Here is Lula

Champion Tarantela Miss Dior had a litter of 3 kittens in March and now ready to leave the nest, see Kittens page.

Champion Bellis Honeysuckle had a litter of 4 kittens in June and they will be looking for new homes around mid September.

8th November 2023
Willoughby and Mia have a new home, a very difficult decision to make, but they have now settled with Geraldine

Both Bellis Honeysuckle and Tarantela Miss Dior have had babies. They will soon be available for their new homes, see Kittens page for more information.

Prior to that, they both went to their last show - the Merseyside Cat Club show - where they both won their class, best of breed and gained their third CC which makes them both Champions

10th May 2023
I have had an even more devastating loss - my boyfriend/partner Alan passed away in April following a short period of illness - so unexpected.

I now have the very difficult task of finding a new home for Willoughby and Mia. There is more information on the Kittens page.

13th January 2023
I have not updated my website for some time, as I have had devastating losses and have not been able to face putting it on here.

Having lost my boy Hamish in June, I lost my two wonderful girls - Summertime and Christine within a very short space of time and not long after losing Hamish.

Summertime had a Caesarian at the end of August, but although she recovered from the operation and did come round from the anaesthetic, she did not survive. She had one kitten, who also did not survive. The vets could not explain why she died, she was healthy and in good condition, but sadly I lost my beautiful girl.

My very special girl, Christine, also lost her life just a short time after. She went from a very lively and playful girl to being very poorly. She had several issues that she could not recover from.

So in such a short space of time I lost 3 of my wonderful babies.

Luckily I have kept Honeysuckle who turned out to be the last of Hamish and Summertime's babies. She was best friends with Christine and missed her greatly when she died. So I had to find her another friend.

So a new girl has joined the family - Tarantela Miss Dior - or Misty as she is known. She is just a little bit younger than Honeysuckle and they have become the best playmates. Thank you Karen Hodson for allowing Misty to join us.

Here are the two girls:

Tarantela Miss Dior (Lilac Tabby Point Siamese) and Bellis Honeysuckle (Seal Point Siamese)

30th June 2022
I have been very poorly and apologise if you have been trying to get in touch. I am now home from hospital and resuming something of a normal life!

Sad news to relay - Champion Trabren Ishibee Hamish has lost his battle with illness and was put down to save him from further suffering. He has left a huge hole here. His little house is empty and I still look for him looking out of the window. I had him for 11 years. he has left quite a legacy with his wonderful kittens.

14th October 2021
It has been a while since I updated my website. I have been suffering with my health, so have not been able to keep up to date with the information on here.
I have recovered, hopefully, from the worst and am now looking forwards once again.
So I have updated the Kittens page with the news on my latest litters. Please look at their page to see the babies, and also those that have left for their new homes.

1st December 2020
Congratulations to Amy on the birth of her first litter of kittens. Bellis Layla has 4 kittens, dad is Champion Bellis Willoughby. The kittens will be ready for rehoming in March. Click on the picture below to follow the link to Amy's kittens:

Asters Siamese & Orientals

October 2019
Champion Bellis Autumn became a Grand Champion at the Supreme SHow. She also won Best Of Breed. She will now be retired from showing and continue with her maternal career. Picture showing her in her pen at the show

26th May 2019
Champion Bellis Summertime had 6 kittens on 22nd May, 5 Orientals and 1 Siamese.
Champion Bellis Autumn had 4 kittens 4 days later, all Siamese. After a few days Autumn took her kittens into Summertime's box! So the two girls are raising all 10 kittens together.

19th January 2019
I apologise to anyone who has been trying to contact me, but I have been in the wars - again. I was just recovering from injuries sustained in a car crash before Christmas, when a couple of days ago I slipped on the garden path and broke my ankle. Really bad timing as Bellis Christine was due to have kittens. Thankfully though she had 6 babies without much assistance from me on Friday 18th January 2019. They are doing OK at the moment, but I can't keep such a close eye as I would like. I will have to trust Christie to look after them.

10th November 2018
Champion Bellis Summertime had 3 babies, all girls. Dad is Champion Bellis Willoughby.

14th July 2018
Bellis Christine had 6 kittens - 4 boys and 2 girls, blue points and seal points. Dad is Champion Druidsway Keops.

9th May 2018
Champion Bellis Summertime has 4 kittens, all girls. Dad is Champion Bellis Willoughby - his first litter. See kittens page.

24th April 2018
Bellis Gigha with her owner June went to their first show on 14th April 2018. Gigha had a wonderful day winning all her classes, Best of Breed and her first Premier Certificate. Congratulations Gigha and June!

17th November 2017
Champion Bellis Summertime gave birth to 4 kittens, 2 boys and 2 girls. She is Springtime's daughter, and I was expecting Springtime to 'show her the ropes', but that was not to be. However after her first initial surprise at what was happening Summertime has settled into being the same attentive mum that her own mum was so outstanding at.

29th October 2017
It is with huge amount of disbelief and sadness that I have to report that my dear girl, Champion Bellis Springtime, has died. She became ill very suddenly yesterday and despite rushing her to the vets, she died there overnight. I shall miss her tremendously. She was only 6 years old.

29th May 2017
Bellis Christine had her kittens early this morning. It is her first litter and after initially not having a clue what was happening, she soon settled into looking after her babies. She had 6 kittens with no problems, but there was a number 7 who was being presented in a very peculiar way, which meant it was impossible for Christie to give birth to him. So unfortunately she had to have a Caesarian to remove the kitten (which was dead). She recovered extremely well from the operation and the remaining 6 kittens, and Christie herself, are all doing very well.

12th February 2017
I apologise to everyone who has been trying to contact me. I broke an arm and a leg before Christmas and had to spend a few weeks in hospital and a rehabilitation home to recover. No internet access!

4th February 2017
Champion Bellis Springtime had 5 babies this evening. All doing well.

14th May 2016
Bellis Tawny had 3 kittens early this morning, all girls. Mum and babies doing very well

5th February 2016
Champion Bellis Springtime had her kittens in the early hours of this morning. She had 1 girl and 4 boys. Mum and babies doing well.

2Oth October 2015
Bellis Tawny has 4 kittens, 2 boys and 2 girls. Dad is Champion Trabren Ishibee Hamish.

8th October 2015
It was a very sad day today as I had to have my extra special girl Champion Bellis Dazzle put to sleep. She was suffering from cancerous tumours which were inoperable. She was 9 years old. I will miss her so much, she was precious to me.

10th April 2015
Bellis Tawny had 2 kittens, one male and one female. They are both seal points. Mum and babies doing well.

20th March 2015
Today Damona was put to sleep. She had been suffering from a digestive disorder for several months but was responding well to a change of diet. Sadly over the last few days she very quickly deteriorated. She was just short of her 9th birthday. Damona was an endearing and gentle character who blended in quietly with the other cats and her uncomplicated nature is already much missed.

7th February 2015
Hamish went to the Shropshire Cat Club Show today and won his 3rd CC, which means he is now a Champion! See his show page for more information and pictures.

13th January 2015
Springtime gave birth to her babies this evening - two boys, so boys only this time for both girls.

8th January 2015
Tawny gave birth to two kittens this evening. Sadly the first was still born, but the second, a boy, is large and healthy.

14th December 2014
Both Tawny and Springtime are confirmed in kitten to Hamish. They are due in early January, so fingers crossed that all goes well.

6th December 2014
Today Hamish went to his first show for nearly 3 years and won his second CC. He is now 4 � years old, but due to issues with stud tail, he has only just grown enough hair on his tail to consider showing him again. But he was extremely well behaved and was very relaxed. Hopefully his tail will remain in good order and we can go to a few more shows. See his show page for a bit more information on his successful day.

1st July 2014
Bellis Tawny gave birth to 2 male kittens. She is looking after them well.

5th May 2014
Apologies for anyone who has been trying to contact, but I've been in hospital with pneumonia! I'm back home and recovering well now. Alan did a good job of looking after the cats (and horses) for me whilst I was away.

11th March 2014
Champion Bellis Springtime had 4 kittens. Mother & babies doing well. See kittens page for more information and picture.

1st February 2014
The two cats (see below) who were looking for a new home have found a lovely home with Malcolm. They are settling in well in their new surroundings. Thank you Malcolm for coming to their rescue!

11th January 2014
I have been contacted today by a lady who had two kittens from me 4 years ago. Sadly due to personal circumstances she can no longer keep them and has asked me if I can find them a permanent and loving home. They are neutered and don't have any health or behaviour issues, but are devoted to each other so must go together. If anyone can offer them a home, please contact me by phone on 01270 811078 or email: BellisSiamese@aol.com

Here they are as kittens, I don't have pictures of them as adults:

Male Seal Tabby Point on left and Female Chocolate Tabby Point on right

8th December 2013
Tawny had a Caesarian today, but only two kittens survived. They are seal point girls and are doing very well.

11th October 2013
It has been a very sad day today. Although this is not cat news, I am reporting it here as many of my friends know how important my horses are to me too. My wonderful mare Italian Secret was put down today, a heartbreaking decision to make, but to prevent her suffering from arthritis, she has now gone to greener pastures. She was a one in a million horse, a pleasure to own and gave me some memorable and special moments over the 26 years I had her. God Bless old girl.

This is the last picture taken of her, in June. She was 32.

11th September 2013
Champion Bellis Dazzle has one kitten born overnight. Dad is Trabren Ishibee Hamish. Mum and little boy are doing well.

4th September 2013
Champion Bellis Springtime had 4 kittens today. They are suckling well and Springtime is being an attentive mum. Dad is Trabren Ishibee Hamish and there are 3 boys and 1 girl, colours not yet known.

10th August 2013
Bellis Faulkner went to the Chester & North Wales Cat Show today and won his class and Best of Breed. He also gained a first and 2 seconds in his side classes. Here he is at the show:

Photo taken by Tom Cassar-Simmonds for Siamese Cat Breeder website

9th August 2013
Bellis Sarah had the splint removed from her tail. It has healed exceptionally well and she has been left with a wonderfully straight tail. Here are a couple of photos taken just after the splint was removed:

Many, many thanks to Sarah Gait, the vet from Leonard Brothers Veterinary Centre, who set her tail and did such a great job. Sarah now has a new home with Cheryl and her other Siamese, Lula.

2nd August 2013
Bellis Peggy has been spayed and has recovered very well from her little operation. Here are some photos of Peggy for those of you who have been asking after her:

Bellis Sarah is also on the mend, her tail is healing extremely well and the splint should only be on for another week. It is healing straight, no kink now, but there is still a lump which may or may not go.

Bellis Sarah, showing her splint, with her brother Bellis Faulkner

11th July 2013
Bellis Sarah has broken her tail. How it happened is a mystery. It is splinted with 2 cotton buds! Thanks to Sarah the vet at Leonard Brothers Veterinary Practice for her handywork. The dressing is still in place despite Sarah's (the kitten) attempt to remove it along with her brothers who think it's a new toy! So until her tail is fully recovered Sarah (the kitten!) will be staying here for the time being.

4th April 2013
Bellis Tawny gave birth to 5 kittens in the early hours of this morning. There are 3 boys and 2 girls, all will be seal points as dad is Trabren Ishibee Hamish. Tawny is looking after her babies very well.

28th March 2013
Champion Bellis Dazzle gave birth to 4 kittens this morning. There are 2 boys and 2 girls, dad is Stenic Supersonic.

23rd March 2013
Champion Bellis Springtime gave birth to 6 kittens today. The kittens are doing well and Springtime is a very attentive mother - this is her first litter. Dad is Trabren Ishibee Hamish. There are 3 boys and 3 girls, colours yet to show.

9th February 2013
Congratulations to Dee and to Bellis Ferdinand (Hans) who went to his first show today (Croydon Cat Club Show) where he won all his classes and was Best In Show Siamese Kitten!

Here he is before he left home to live with Dee and Henk the Tonkinese

25th October 2012
Bellis Della had 3 kittens today, she started just after Tawny had finished giving birth to her litter! But Della's were born just after midnight, so making them technically a day younger! Dad is Trabren Ishibee Hamish. Della and her baby girls are doing fine.

24th October 2012
Bellis Tawny had 6 kittens this evening. Dad is Trabren Ishibee Hamish. Mum and kittens all doing well.

5th October 2012
Champion Bellis Dazzle had 3 babies by Trabren Ishibee Hamish. Dazzle is doing well as are her kittens.

21st July 2012
Bellis Springtime became a Champion today at the Gwynedd Cat Club Show. She will now retire from showing and will be visiting Trabren Ishibee Hamish later in the year. So I am looking forward to seeing the resulting babies in the fullness of time.

7th July 2012
Bellis Della had just one female kitten today. Dad is Trabren Ishibee Hamish. Mum and kitten doing well.

23rd June 2012
Sad news today. Bellis Pippistrelle died this morning aged 16� years after a short illness. She kept her beautifully glossy coat to the end and striking white whiskers. This photo doesn't do her justice. She is already very much missed, particularly by Cassius, her great great grandson. Sleep well Pippakit.

16th May 2012
Bellis Tawny gave birth to 6 kittens today. She is inexperienced and was a bit overwhelmed by the ordeal. However she has now got the hang of motherhood and mother and babies are doing well.

21st April 2012
Champion Bellis Dazzle and Bellis Tawny confirmed in kitten to Trabren Ishibee Hamish. Kittens due mid May 2012.

15th April 2012
Bellis Frankel (Frankie) has settled into his lovely new home with Pam and partner as these pictures show:

He has been keeping his new 'slaves' entertained with his antics and I am so pleased to hear that they adore him - who wouldn't!

9th April 2012
Bellis Della gave birth to one kitten, but................ 3 DAYS later she gave birth to another kitten. Sadly, as could be expected, the second kitten was born dead. The first kitten, a male, is doing well.

25th January 2012
Tawny gave birth today, but not good news. She had just one kitten who was born dead. Tawny is fine and has no ill effects from her little ordeal.

17th January 2012
Bellis Della gave birth this evening. Sadly she had only 1 kitten, which did not survive birth. As she only reared one kitten last time it is possible that her career as a mother is coming to an end. Champion Bellis Copper was due to have kittens around 22nd January, but she is not in kitten after all. So there is only Bellis Tawny to look forward to producing kittens at the moment. She is due on 26th January 2012.

11th December 2011
Bellis Della and Bellis Tawny confirmed in kitten to Trabren Ishibee Hamish, his first kittens due here since his arrival at Bellis Siamese. Champion Bellis Copper may also be in kitten to him too. Kittens due in late January 2012.

22nd September 2011
I would like to apologise to everyone who has been trying to get in touch, but I have been in hospital for several days. I am now home again and on the mend.

In my absence Champion Bellis Dazzle has had 3 kittens, Mum and babies doing well. Sadly CHampion Bellis Copper had just one kitten, which did not survive.

7th August 2011
Champion Bellis Dazzle is confirmed in kitten to Stenic Supersonic. Champion Bellis Copper should be in kitten to him too.

6th August 2011
Bellis Shani has travelled to Bucks to join Bellis Lambkin, so all kittens have now found new homes.

5th August 2011
Trabren Ishibee Hamish has come to live with the Bellis girls. He will be the Bellis stud cat. His page will be added soon.

23rd July 2011
Champion Bellis Dazzle's kittens have all gone to their new homes, with the exception of Bellis Springtime, who is staying here to pursue a show career.

More original paintings by Chris Miller added to the Animal Portraits page.

2nd April 2011
Bellis Della gave birth to 2 kittens, but sadly the first one was born dead. The surviving kitten, a girl, is doing well.

21st March 2011
Champion Bellis Dazzle gave birth to 4 kittens. Mum and babies doing well.

27th February 2011
Bellis Della confirmed in kitten to Champion Richdale Sha Tin (32/1). Kittens due 30th March 2011.

4th February 2011
Champion Bellis Dazzle confirmed in kitten to TICA Champion Stenic Supersonic (24a). Kittens due 19th March 2011.

22nd January 2011
All kittens have gone to their new homes with the exception of Bellis Tawny, who is staying to continue the Bellis line, via her mother, Bellis Damona, who has been spayed.

31st December 2010
All kittens now reserved. Further matings planned to produce kittens which will be available in summer

27th December 2010
Bellis Tierney has gone to his new home, where he will now be known as Marley

12th October 2010
Champion Bellis Dazzle has 2 kittens, mum and babies looking well.

10th October 2010
Champion Bellis Copper had just one kitten today. Both mum and baby doing well. It is a Siamese female kitten, colour to be decided.

23rd September 2010
Bellis Damona had 3 kittens by Caesarian section this evening. Sadly one kitten did not make it, but the other 2 are doing well. There is one male and one female. I would like to thank vet Andy Nelson and vet nurse Jacqui, from Leonard Brothers Veterinary Centre, for all their hard work with the kittens. Damona has now been spayed, so after raising these babies she will hopefully have a long and happy retirement.

2nd September 2010
Champion Bellis Copper is confirmed in kitten to Imperial Grand Champion Niterap Chestnut Brown. Kittens expected early October.

Champion Bellis Dazzle is confirmed in kitten to Champion Bethanjo Bluewizard, kittens also expected in early October.

9th August 2010
Bellis Damona confirmed in kitten to Imperial Grand Champion Foxtwist Al Fresco. Kittens due in September.

8th August 2010
Christmas is just around the corner. Please view The Shop for a range of Christmas cards featuring lovable cats. Also view the other sections for cat themed gifts for friends and family.

30th June 2010
A new feature has been added to the website. It is an online shop which offers all sorts of items with a Siamese Cat theme. See The Shop page.

25th June 2010
Bellis Della had 4 kittens, all Havanas, 2 male and 2 female.

21st June 2010
Bellis Man In Black and Bellis The Hillbilly Cat have gone to their new home with Helen in Yorkshire.

11th May 2010
Champion Bellis Dazzle confirmed in kitten to Champion Bethanjo Bluewizard (24a) and Bellis Della confirmed in kitten to Grand Champion Tenaj Mystyko (29c). Kittens due mid June.

2nd April 2010
Bellis Cobweb and Bellis Starlight have gone to their new homes in the Midlands

31st March 2010
Bellis Jewel has gone to live with Margaret in Telford

30th March 2010
A very sad day today. As the result of a tragic incident both of Bellis Damona's kittens lost their lives.

24th March 2010
Bellis Damona had 2 kittens today, both females.

21st March 2010
Bellis Russet has gone to Buxton to live with Carl, Mara and family and Lavender, the Devon Rex.

20th March 2010
Champion Bellis Copper had 2 kittens - both males - one Siamese and one Oriental Black. Mother and babies doing well. See Kittens page.

15th March 2010
Bellis Flicker went to her new home today. She has gone to live with Julie and Bellis Alice.

13th March 2010
Champion Bellis Dazzle won her Open class at the Lancashire Cat Club Show. See Show News page.

8th March 2010
It is with much sadness that I have to report that Lamarisa Palu Tailltu was put to sleep today to save her suffering as her kidneys had failed. She was 16 years old. She will be very, very much missed as she was an enormous character and was my shadow, she followed me everywhere. She was the founder member of all my current cats, they all descend from Palu. She has left a wonderful legacy, but none can equal her.

1st March 2010
Champion Bellis Copper confirmed in kitten to Champion Richdale Lone Ranger and Bellis Damona confirmed in kitten to Grand Champion Tenaj Star Ryder.

27th February 2010
Bellis Dazzle became a Champion at the Coventry & Leicester Cat Club Show. See Show News page.

26th February 2010
I apologise to everybody who has tried to contact me, but I spent most of February in hospital. However I am now home, hopefully for good.

6th February 2010
In my absence Alan took Bellis Dazzle to the Shropshire Cat Club Show where she gained her 2nd Challenge Certificate. See Show News page.

29th December 2009
Tippy - the last of the 'Rescued Cats' - was put to sleep today. She was 17 years of age and has had a long and happy life. She was not enjoying life any more, so the very sad decision was made to save her further suffering. She was a character and will be much missed.

21st November 2009
Bellis Copper became a Champion at the Supreme Cat SHow. See Show News page. She will now retire from showing and hopefully in the new year she will have another litter of babies. But in the meantime she is resting on her laurels!

18th November 2009
Bellis Kristina also went to live Tim and Jane to keep brother Bellis Caspar company. Caspar was missing his sisters!

17th November 2009
Bellis Alice went to live with Julie in Newcastle-under-Lyme, where she has a chihuahua for company.

15th November 2009
Bellis Caspar went to his new home in Tarvin with Tim and Jane.

24th October 2009
Bellis Copper was third at the Yorkshire Cat Club Show. She was 3rd in all her side classes too, making it a yellow card day!

17th October 2009
Bellis Dazzle has given birth to 5 kittens today. Mother and babies doing well.
See Kittens page.

26th September 2009
Bellis Copper won her 2nd Challenge Certificate at the North West Cat Club Show. See Show News page.

12th September 2009
Today Bellis Copper Had an excellent day at the Wyvern Cat Club Show. She won Best of Variety, Best of Breed, Open class and her 1st Challenge Certificate, See Show News page.

2nd September 2009
Bellis Dazzle is confirmed in kitten to Imperial Grand Champion Foxtwist Al Fresco. Kittens due in mid October 2009.

23rd August 2009
Bellis Della gave birth to 3 kittens. Mother and babies doing well. See Kittens page.

8th August 2009
Today Bellis Dazzle went to her first show for over 2 years. She won her open class and also won her 1st Challenge Certificate, See Show News page.

18th July 2009
Bellis Copper went to her first show today. She was second in her open class, although the judge (Janet Tonkinson) wrote 'very close call' at the end of her judge's critique, so Copper was only narrowly beaten. See Show News page.

8th July 2009
Bellis Della is confirmed in kitten to Champion Richdale Sha Tin. Kittens due end of August 2009.

9th June 2009
Bellis Citrine has now gone to join Bellis Melody with Clare in Nantwich, where they are keeping each other company, as Melody was missing her family!

7th June 2009
Bellis Melody and Bellis Jet have gone to their new homes, only Bellis Citrine remains from Copper's litter. See Kittens page for more information and pictures of Citrine.

27th April 2009
Bellis Dazzle gave birth to 3 kittens. Mother and babies doing well. See Kittens page.

19th March 2009
Bellis Dazzle confirmed in kitten to Champion Richdale Lone Ranger. Kittens due at the end of April 2009.

5th March 2009
Bellis Copper has 3 babies. See Kittens page.

5th January 2009
Bellis Copper has been to visit Champion Richdale Lone Ranger (Seal Point Siamese). Babies expected in early March.

21st September 2008
Bellis Dazzle gave birth to 4 kittens, 2 male and 2 female. See Kittens page.

27th May 2008
Bellis Damona has 4 kittens, 2 male and 2 female. See Kittens page.

15th May 2008
Bellis Della has 2 kittens, both male. See Kittens page.

21st April 2008
Today Bellis Iola was very sadly put to sleep to save further suffering from mammary tumours. She was a lovely character and will be hugely missed. She was 11 years old.

Bellis Dazzle has 3 kittens, 2 male, 1 female. See Kittens page.

7th December 2007
Two Havana male kittens are now ready for rehoming. See Kittens page.

14th September 2007
Bellis Della gave birth to 3 Havana kittens today - 2 male, 1 female. Mother and babies doing well. See Kittens page.

September 2007
Bellis Damona is in kitten to Grand Champion Tenaj Star Ryder, due in October.

A new page has been added to the website - Animal Portraits. It displays some samples of the work of Chris Miller, an artist who paints portraits of dogs, cats, horses etc. commissioned by their owners. Take a look.

August 2007
Bellis Della is in kitten to Grand Champion Tenaj Mystyko, due in September.

14th July 2007
Bellis Pepper has gone to her new home in Rode Heath.

May 2007
I have one Siamese kitten available. She will be ready for rehoming from 4th June 2007. See Kittens page for details.

8th January 2007
It is with great sadness that I have to report that Bellis Amberleigh died on 19th December 2006 of pneumonia. She was 2 years old. Sadly the kittens she was carrying died with her, they were too young to survive. Her picture will remain at the top of my home page as a reminder of a special cat and a wonderful mother. I would like to thank Leonard Brothers Veterinary Centre for their attentiveness to Amberleigh whilst she was in their care, in particular Tom Leonard who did all he could to aid her recovery.