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Grief & Loss

Find the resources and support you need. There's no right or wrong way to grieve, and the intensity of emotions can vary greatly.

If your baby died during pregnancy or in the first days of life, you and your family may need help to understand what happened. You may need support to find ways to deal with your grief and ease your pain.


Miscarriage, stillbirth, and other conditions can cause a pregnancy to end before or during birth. Infant death can be caused by preterm birth, birth defects, and other health conditions. If you’ve had any of these experiences, you may be overwhelmed by your feelings of grief.


Grief after losing a pregnancy or an infant is a deeply painful experience. It's normal to feel a wide range of emotions, including:

  • Sadness

  • Anger

  • Confusion

  • Guilt

  • Isolation


Types of Loss:


  • Miscarriage: Miscarriage (also called early pregnancy loss) is when there is pregnancy loss before 20 weeks. For women who know they’re pregnant, about 10 to 20 in 100 pregnancies (10 to 20 percent) end in miscarriage. 

  • Stillbirth: A stillbirth is the loss of a baby after 20 weeks of pregnancy.

  • Infant death: This can happen in the first few days or weeks after birth.


Understanding Grief:

  • Grief is a process. There's no set timeline for grieving. You may have good days and bad days, and waves of emotions can come unexpectedly. Be patient with yourself as you navigate this difficult journey.

  • You're not alone: Pregnancy and infant loss are more common than many people realize. Sharing your feelings with a supportive partner, friend, family member, or therapist can be very helpful.

  • Physical aspects of grief: You may experience physical changes like hormonal shifts after pregnancy loss, even in early pregnancy. You may also experience fatigue, disrupted sleep, and changes in appetite. Be kind to your body and allow yourself time to heal physically as well as emotionally.


Finding Support:

  • Support groups: Connecting with others who have been through a similar experience can be a powerful source of comfort and understanding. 

  • Therapy/Counseling: A therapist or counselor can provide a safe space to explore your feelings and develop healthy coping mechanisms.


There's no right or wrong way to grieve, and the intensity of emotions can vary greatly.


Learn some of the ways you can honor your loss and begin the healing process by contacting one of the mental health counselors at Healthy Mothers Healthy Babies.

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