18-day-old baby girl dies days after someone with herpes kissed her

A US couple has said their 18-day-old baby has died, almost two weeks after having contracted the herpes infection through a kiss. Nicole and Shane Sifrit took to Facebook to reveal that their daughter, Mariana, died in her father’s arms.

“Our princess Mariana Reese Sifrit gained her angel wings at 8:41am this morning in her daddy’s arms and her mommy right beside her,” the post read, “She is now no longer suffering and is with the Lord. Thank you to everyone who has followed her journey and supported us through this.

In her 18 days of life she made a huge impact on the world and we hope with Mariana’s Story we save numerous newborns life. R.I.P. sweet angel.”