Loss & Grief in Pregnancy & Postpartum | Postpartum Support International (PSI)

Experiencing the loss of a pregnancy, infant, or child brings unimaginable pain and grief, and can make you feel alone and lost. We want you to know that there are good resources for your loss and grief that provide non-judgmental support,information, and connection with others. We’ve listed some below and hope that you find them useful. Please also look at our international support map for resources near you or email us at support@postpartum.net.

If you are recovering from the loss of a loved one due to suicide, please visit our resource page dedicated to the memory of those we have lost.

Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support Group

Our online Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support group provides connection for mothers grieving the loss of their baby. Led by PSI trained facilitators, this group helps bereaved mothers find support as well as provides useful information and resources to help them navigate the pain of their loss. Losing a baby can be a lonely experience and this group helps provide an avenue for healing and hope. We are here to help.

Perinatal Mental Health Discussion Tool for Parents Experiencing Loss

As many as 1 in 7 moms (1 in 10 dads) experience symptoms of depression and anxiety during the postpartum
period. People of every age, income level, race and culture can develop Perinatal Mood Disorders (PMDs)
during pregnancy and within the first year after delivery. Parents who are grieving the loss of a child may
experience many of these symptoms, which is a normal part of the grieving process. If the symptoms worsen or
persist for longer than two weeks you may be experiencing a mood disorder. This tool can help track your
symptoms and be a resource to help you discuss them with your medical provider. Being your own advocate is
okay and you deserve to be well.

DOWNLOAD DISCUSSION TOOL

Additional Resources

Birth Mom Buds www.birthmombuds.com
Black Infant Memorial www.blackinfantmemorial.com
Compassionate Friends www.compassionatefriends.org
Exhale: an After-Abortion Hotline www.4exhale.org 1-866-439–4253
Glow (for babylost mothers and fathers) www.glowinthewoods.com
Griefwatch (for perinatal loss) www.griefwatch.com
Grieve Out Loud www.grieveoutloud.org
Georgetown University – Emotional Healing after a Miscarriage: A Guide for Women, Partners, Family and Friends
March of Dimes www.marchofdimes.com/Baby/loss.html
Miscarriage Matters www.mymiscarriagematters.org
MISS Foundation www.misschildren.org
PREGNANCY LOSS DIRECTORY www.pregnancylossdirectory.com/
RETURN TO ZERO Return to Zero Center for Healing
RESOLVE through Sharing www.bereavementservices.org – for providers
SHARE Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support www.nationalshare.org
Solace for Mothers (Birth Trauma & Recovery) www.solaceformothers.org
Star Legacy Foundation – support groups www.starlegacyfoundation.org/support-groups
Tears Foundation www.thetearsfoundation.org

These links are provided for your convenience and are not under the control of Postpartum Support International, and are not intended as an endorsement or an affiliation by Postpartum Support International of the organization or individual so linked or named.