Bereavement Support and Grief Resources for Families
Grief is a natural response to loss, and every family experiences it in their own way. Each journey is unique, and the support families need may differ.
Our mission is to raise awareness of stillbirth, neonatal, and child loss, and to highlight the wide range of support available. Below are carefully selected resources to help families navigate grief, including:
Peer support groups where families can share experiences
Professional counselling services for emotional guidance
Apps and online tools designed to support wellbeing
Books and educational resources to understand grief and coping strategies
These resources aim to help families feel supported and connected during their grief journey.
Everyone experiences grief differently. While time may bring some healing, the weeks and months after loss can feel especially difficult. Talking to someone outside your immediate circle can make coping easier.
GriefChat is a free, anonymous online service for anyone navigating grief, regardless of when the loss occurred.
Created by bereavement experts, GriefChat allows you to connect directly with a specially trained counsellor.
Their counsellors provide a safe, compassionate space to share your story, explore how grief is affecting you, and guide you to additional support if needed.
GriefChat is free and available Monday to Friday, 9am to 9pm GMT (excluding Bank Holidays).
Chat anonymously with a bereavement counsellor via the GriefChat button or this link
Email support at info@griefchat.co.uk
These services ensure that families receive the care, guidance, and understanding they need during their grief journey.
Chat now using the GriefChat chat link up or email info@griefchat.co.uk
UK:
Bliss
Offers support for families of premature or sick babies, including bereaved families.
www.bliss.org.uk
Miscarriage Association
Offers support and information for individuals affected by pregnancy loss and health care professionals.
www.miscarriageassociation.org.uk
Lullaby Trust
Offers support and advice for parents whose baby dies suddenly and advice on safer sleep.
www.lullabytrust.org.uk
The Compassionate Friends (International)
An organisation of bereaved parents, siblings and grandparents that offer support to others after the death of a child or children.
www.tcf.org.uk
Saying Goodbye, Part of The Mariposa Trust International
0300 323 1350
An International charity based in the UK offering support for anyone who has lost a baby at any stage of pregnancy, at birth or in infancy.
Féileacáin (Stillbirth and Neonatal Death Support) was formed by a group of bereaved parents to offer support to anyone affected by the death of a baby around the time of birth. Visit their site here. (Ireland)
Action on Pre-Eclampsia (APEC)
Helps and supports women and their families who are affected by or worried about pre-eclampsia and aims to raise public and professional awareness of pre-eclampsia.
www.action-on-pre-eclampsia.org.uk
Ectopic Pregnancy Trust
Provides support and information for people who have had or been affected by an ectopic pregnancy, including health professionals.
www.ectopic.org.uk
Dandelion Military Families
Dandelion Military Families was founded on the lived experiences of three military connected mums who experienced perinatal mental health challenges. Frustrated by the lack of awareness, understanding and joined up support for military parents, our founders embarked upon a mission to create a peer support network of their own, so that other military parents might feel less alone and have better experiences in future.
Aching Arms
Aching Arms offer comfort bears free of charge at: https://www.achingarms.co.uk/request-a-bear.aspx
They also offer a telephone, email or video call service run by bereaved parents for bereaved parents, giving you the opportunity to talk to someone who has an understanding of what you’re going through.
www.achingarms.co.uk/support-for-you/supporting-arms
USA:
Return to Zero Hope - US
At RTZ HOPE, our desire is to provide you with tools and resources during these vulnerable moments to know what to expect. We want to empower you with knowledge to advocate for yourself and to seek whatever paths to healing are right for you.
Butterfly Kisses Alliance - USA
Butterfly Kisses Alliance is a charitable foundation that was founded in 2023 by a group of nurses that are passionate about perinatal bereavement. We are dedicated to providing support and resources to families and individuals who have been affected by the death of a baby, whether before, during or shortly after birth.
Little Bean Foundation - US
Little Bean Foundation, a grief, pregnancy & infant loss foundation, that gives back to families who have also experienced the loss of a child through Comfort Memory Boxes boxes, one on one grief support, providing bereavement doula services, annual events that bring the community together, simple and fulfilling workshops and support groups to ensure healing, comfort and taking the next step. Little Bean Foundation was born out of my personal experience with the loss of my little bean, Jaden. We focus on increasing awareness of pregnancy and infant loss and providing support to those in mourning. Our aim is to assist individuals in finding ways to GLOW through their grief by turning their pain into empowerment and purpose.
Comfort Memory Boxes: littlebeanfoundation.com/forget-me-not
Chasing rainbows
We support those that have experienced infertility, pregnancy, and infant loss by providing trauma informed care and resources in a safe environment. Support includes, peer led support groups, peer mentor, individual trauma therapy, weekly podcast, online Facebook community, online yoga session, care packages and more.
Liam Lives Foundation - Florida
We support families in Florida with therapy group sessions, memory boxes, gowns, and finanical support (Duval or Clay Counties)
- Equine grief therapy sessions for the entire family (parents and siblings) led by licensed grief counselors/therapists (currently only available on Long Island, NY).
- One-on-one parent mentor program for individuals seeking a more intimate setting. You will be placed with one of our volunteer parents that went through a similar loss and can relate to you and provide support any way you need (our parent mentors have experienced miscarriage, stillbirth, neonatal loss, child loss, infertility, TFMR, IUGR, preeclampsia, IVF, Trisomy 18, embryo loss, NICU stay, ectopic pregnancy, hysterectomy, etc).
- Support groups for fathers, mothers, and/or family members in need.
- Support for current and past NICU families providing information, comfort, and a listening ear to those in need.
MOHA USA, hopes to create a voice for grieving mothers who have held their baby after their passing, to provide immediate day-of-loss resources and ongoing bereavement support for all family members, and to raise public awareness about the unimaginable pain and heartbreak surrounding loss. Visit their site here (Texas, US)
PALS USA services include an online magazine, online support groups, local meet-ups, outreach and education, resource listings for families and healthcare providers, and more. Visit their site here (Minnesota, US)
No Foot Too Small - US strives to open dialogue, support families through loss, and improve medical care Visit their site here
Star legacy Foundation - US
A safe environment where one can tell his or her story and express feelings freely, knowing that others will be understanding, non-judgmental, and supportive.
Online Support Groups: starlegacyfoundation.org/support-groups
Peer Support Groups with trained bereaved parents: starlegacyfoundation.org/peer-companions
Pregnancy after loss classes: starlegacyfoundation.org/pal-class
Remembering Cherubs - Michigan
Griffin Cares foundation - US
"Griffin Cares Foundation provides free peer support and resources for families who have experienced a pregnancy or infant loss. Our programs include support groups, peer mentors, special events, grief resources, and keepsakes for birthing parents, partners, and siblings. Our caring community is here to help you honor your baby, take care of yourself, and navigate life after loss."
Foreknown Ministries
"When people go through a miscarriage, the pain can be overwhelming and they don't know where to turn to for support. At Foreknown Ministries, we guide them to process grief to help them find encouragement, community, and ultimately the Hope that Jesus has for their future."
About A Light After Nine - Georgia
A Light After Nine is a nonprofit founded after my personal journey through nine pregnancy losses. Our mission is to support families navigating pregnancy, infant loss, and maternal health challenges by providing education, advocacy, and community-based resources. Through healing-centered events, advocacy trainings, and partnerships, we empower families and their support networks to navigate grief, advocate for better healthcare, and build stronger systems of care.
Website: www.AlightAfternine.org
Instagram: @alightafternine
Threads: @alightafternine
LinkedIn: A Light After Nine | Rachell Dumas, MSN, RN
Connected Forever - Nebraska
Serving Nebraska families with NICU support, pregnancy and infant loss resources, and hope after loss. Support includes Facebook groups, resources, events and peer to peer community.
Canada
Sunnybrook Pregnancy and Infant Loss Network
We offer a variety of peer-support services (at no cost to families) to parents and family members who have been affected by pregnancy or infant loss. Our support services are offered over the phone and online, and are available to residents of Ontario. Learn more
SunnyBrook Support for Indigenous Families
Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support Centre
The Pregnancy & Infant Loss Support Centre is a registered charity based in Calgary, Alberta, serving the loss community worldwide.
Our mission is to support and connect individuals who have experienced the trauma around miscarriage, stillbirth, Termination For Medical Reasons (TFMR), abortion, neonatal loss, Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), or infertility.
We acknowledge that the journey through loss towards healing is as complex as it is individual. As such, we offer many no-cost pathways to healing including a text/phone line, support groups, peer mentorship, and professional 1:1 sessions.
Weighted Bears:
Cuddle For Keeps – Suzanne Pede
Suzanne is the founder of Cuddle for Keeps - a Toronto-based small business which hand makes weighted and personalized keepsake bears. Their Bereavement Bears are created for parents and families during the immensely challenging journey of coping with the loss of their child(ren). Cuddle for Keeps was inspired by the loss of Suzanne's first child to stillbirth in 2011, and her 15+ year career in healthcare. A portion of all sales supports neonatal, maternal and mental health care. Through Cuddle for Keeps, Suzanne combines authenticity, compassion, and resilience to create meaningful connections and lasting memories for families everywhere.
Australia:
The Pink Elephants Peer Support Programme is a community of women who have all gone through the heartbreaking experiences of losing our much-loved babies, and we want you to know we truly understand, you are not alone, and you did nothing wrong. We have been where you are, we get it. And we're in this together.
Spain:
USA:
Online support Groups:
Empty Arms' Miscarriage & Early Pregnancy Loss Support Group - Monthly online support groups held specifically for bereaved parents who have lost a child to miscarriage or early pregnancy loss.
Star Legacy Foundation Support Groups - Monthly online support groups facilitated by Star Legacy Foundation, providing a safe space for parents to share their experiences, connect with others, and receive support.
Postpartum Support International - PSI -Monthly online support groups held via ShareWell. Support for Stillbirth, Infant Loss and Miscarriage.
- A Light After 9
"A Light After Nine is a nonprofit founded after my personal journey through nine pregnancy losses. Our mission is to support families navigating pregnancy, infant loss, and maternal health challenges by providing education, advocacy, and community-based resources. Through healing-centered events, advocacy trainings, and partnerships, we empower families and their support networks to navigate grief, advocate for better healthcare, and build stronger systems of care." www.AlightAfternine.org
UK:
Miscarriage Association
Offers support and information for individuals affected by pregnancy loss and health care professionals.
www.miscarriageassociation.org.uk
Footprints Baby Loss is a bereavement charity that provides support to parents and families who experience the death of one or more of their twins or triplets before, during or after birth.
Tommy's Facebook support groups - Tommy's runs a general support group on Facebook for those who have suffered miscarriage, ectopic or molar pregnancy, stillbirth, loss after premature birth, neonatal death or termination for medical reasons: https://www.facebook.com/groups/Tommysblsupport/?source_id=23965992328
They also run a pregnancy and parenting after loss support group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/351266875799474/
Weekly Zoom Relaxation Sessions from Ellies Gift
Every Monday from 8–9pm (GMT), Ellie’s Gift welcomes you to join our free, relaxation-based support sessions. These sessions provide a safe space for anyone navigating the profound complexities of baby loss.
UK:
Footprints Baby Loss is a bereavement charity that provides support to parents and families who experience the death of one or more of their twins or triplets before, during or after birth.
Support includes befriending, online support groups and an online community private group. (UK) www.footprintsbabyloss.org
Multiple Births Foundation (MBF)
Provides support and information for multiple birth families (including bereavement support) and information for professionals.
www.multiplebirths.org.uk
Twins Trust Bereavement Service
01252 332344
This charity supports all parents of multiples who have experienced loss, whether it was during pregnancy, at birth or any point afterwards.
USA:
The Skye High USA Foundation was founded to offer practical and emotional support to families navigating this journey.
UK:
Little Lifetimes - Blackburn Rovers Football Club
This is a women only group, open to those who have experienced, pregnancy, stillbirth, infant and child loss.
All faiths welcome.
Learn more: www.facebook.com/groups/1796538670576356/
Love Jasmine In Person Parent Support Group - Liverpool
Our bereaved parents support group allows parents to come together in a safe environment where they can draw strength from others in the same position and where they can support others. This is group is strictly for bereaved parents.
Love Jasmine Coffee Morning - Liverpool
Our coffee mornings are open to bereaved parents, grandparents and older siblings and wider family members and give families a chance to meet in an informal setting.
Founded by Raye Burrell, Seyi Bakare, Gina, and Peter Reeves, Ebony Bonds is a supportive community created to uplift Black parents and families as they navigate grief.
Ebony Bonds offers support through face-to-face walks, educational workshops, discussion panels, and personal connections via phone or WhatsApp.
Ebony Bonds is a space for both men and women. Acknowledging that Black men, in particular, often face pressure to suppress emotions and “stay strong,” Ebony Bonds encourages men to connect and process grief in their own way, whether by talking, listening, or just being present in a supportive environment.
You can join Ebony Bonds on Instagram, where they host live discussions on baby loss and related topics every Sunday at 8 PM. (UK time)
US:
(Naples, FL)Remembering Matty - "If you have experienced the profound loss of a stillbirth and are seeking a compassionate and understanding community to accompany you on your journey of healing, we invite you to join us. In our sacred space in Naples, Florida, we offer solace, support, and solidarity as we navigate the depths of grief together."
Founded by Clotilde Abe and Tinuke Awe, Five Times More started as a campaign focused on educating and advocating for Black maternal health.
Five Times More is a valuable resource for understanding maternity rights, accessible to women and birthing people from conception or early pregnancy.
The charity offers a comprehensive app with essential information, including free access to the Positive Birth Company, which helps women prepare for childbirth.
They also provide strong support for parents experiencing baby loss. Through partnerships with Tommy’s and Petals, parents who have lost a baby within the past 12 months can access free counselling via referral from Tommy’s helpline, provided by Petals.
Tommy's Midwives Helpline for Black and Black Mixed-Heritage women
This specialist helpline supports Black and Black Mixed-Heritage women and birthing people in the UK with any aspect of your pregnancy journey.
If you've had a pregnancy loss or a neonatal death in the last year, you can book a 1:1 call with a Tommy's Midwife.
Their midwives can arrange free baby loss bereavement counselling for you through our partnership with Petals, the baby loss bereavement charity, and Five X More.
Founded by Raye Burrell, Seyi Bakare, Gina, and Peter Reeves, Ebony Bonds is a supportive community created to uplift Black parents and families as they navigate grief.
Ebony Bonds offers support through face-to-face walks, educational workshops, discussion panels, and personal connections via phone or WhatsApp.
Ebony Bonds is a space for both men and women. Acknowledging that Black men, in particular, often face pressure to suppress emotions and “stay strong,” Ebony Bonds encourages men to connect and process grief in their own way, whether by talking, listening, or just being present in a supportive environment.
You can join Ebony Bonds on Instagram, where they host live discussions on baby loss and related topics every Sunday at 8 PM. (UK time)
The Sunday before Mother’s Day, Tara Alexis hosts Sunday Tea and invites mothers to be a part of the panel.
Bereaved mothers from all backgrounds are welcome.
It purposely takes place a week before Mother’s Day for visibility and validity
We are a community dedicated to supporting women and their families through the profound challenges of infertility and baby loss. Inspired by our Christian faith, which is at the heart of everything we do, we are committed to bringing light and hope to those navigating these difficult paths.
0800 0288840
Support families when a baby or child of any age dies (UK)
Winston's Wish
Offer support to bereaved children, their families and professionals. (UK)
www.winstonswish.org.uk
Support bereaved parents, their families and friends via 1-1 Support services, monthly meet ups, online groups, their podcast and more. Visit their site here (UK)
aims to offer parents some helpful resources to begin conversations with siblings of all ages, as well a suggest activities for children to remember their baby brother or sister and express how they feel. sands.org.uk
Love Jasmine Coffee Morning - Liverpool
Our coffee mornings are open to bereaved parents, grandparents and older siblings and wider family members and give families a chance to meet in an informal setting.
USA:
The National Alliance for Children's Grief (US)
NACG raises awareness about the needs of children who are grieving and provides resources for anyone who supports them. Including support groups and toolkits.
Equine grief therapy sessions for the entire family (parents and siblings) led by licensed grief counselors/therapists (currently only available on Long Island, NY).
Dougy Center provides support in a safe place where children, teens, young adults, and families who are grieving can share their experiences before and after a death. We provide support and training locally, nationally, and internationally to individuals and organizations seeking to assist children in grief
Rhett Sullivan Foundation Flower Mound, TX
Love & Comfort Packages are given to parents and siblings that face child/ sibling loss. We hope these items in this package help to bring love and comfort during this time. In these packages are items that are hand-picked by our foundation in hopes of giving the parents and siblings love and comfort during the present and the future of their journey of loss.
info@rhettsullivan.org | 940-242-1095
The Children's Park of Tyler TX
The Children’s Park of Tyler is a special place created to support families as they navigate the heart-wrenching journey of losing a child. We understand how isolating grief can feel.
Here, you’ll find a caring community, support groups, memorial stones, and meaningful events designed to help you honor your child’s memory while processing your emotions.
Children's Bereavement Center, San Antonio, South Texas
Children’s Bereavement Center of South Texas was founded as a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to serving children affected by the loss of a loved one. Our story began with one free peer support group serving 19 families.Today we serve thousands of children, caregivers, and community members every year through ongoing support groups, individual and family counseling, and professional education and training programs.
210-736-4847 (HUGS) | Contact Page
Grief support center for children in Texas
(817) 870-2272
At Mourning Hope, children, adults and families have the opportunity to participate in grief support groups with peers their own age who have experienced similar loss. Participants and clients are taught healthy coping skills for dealing with the death of a significant person.
Finding support after loss is incredibly important. Below are just some of the resources available to Dads.
To learn more about CuddleCot’s clinical led and evidence based bereavement care training, visit: cuddlecot.com/training
To talk to a qualified bereavement counsellor online for free visit: cuddlecot.com/grieving
Online Support Groups for Dads:
Sands Facebook Support group for dads – “A community of bereaved men, including dads, grandparents, brothers, and, uncles all helping each other through pregnancy and baby loss.”
Lily Mae – Dads and Grandads WhatsApp Groups – “If you would like to be a part of our Dad’s and Grandad’s Whatsapp Group get in contact with Matt at Matt.whitehouse@lilymaefoundation.org to be added and become a part of our Support group!”
Aching Arms - UK Aching Arms offers a monthly online group just for Dads, offering the chance to gain support and comfort from speaking to others. The group is facilitated by Tom Donaldson, a bereaved Dad and member of our Supporting Arms Team. All Dads are welcome and please note, you are free to share as much or as little as you would like. Our Supporting Arms For Dads meetings are held on the first Monday of each month at 7:30pm (excluding August and September) and to get the Microsoft Teams link for each meeting please contact dadsupport@achingarms.co.uk. We also have a telephone helpline just for dads who would like to speak 1;1 to another bereaved dad, the number for this is 07754 436133.
Daddy's with Angels - Daddy's with Angels are an international charity providing support and guidance to all family members affected by the loss of a child at any age or gestation and by any cause.
4Louis – Tiny Footprints Brotherhood Online Support group for Dads, Grandads, Uncles and Brothers. First Saturday of every month. 10am Uk/7pm AEDT
Sad Dads US– Online support group weekly and monthly (US) A safe, supportive community for dads and non-birthing parents.
Miscarriage for Men - "A support network of genuine guys who have experienced the exact same thing you are going through right now."
Foreknown Ministries - US
"When people go through a miscarriage, the pain can be overwhelming and they don't know where to turn to for support. At Foreknown Ministries, we guide them to process grief to help them find encouragement, community, and ultimately the Hope that Jesus has for their future."
Football teams:
4Louis FC Football team – Sunderland UK - “this isn’t just any football club – it’s a place where Dads, Grandads, Uncles, Brothers who have lost a child come together to find support and solace.” beacon of Light,
Sands Football team – National UK Sands United is a unique way for bereaved men to come together through a shared love of sport, find a support network, and feel at ease talking about their grief when they’re ready.
Angels United - A Manchester peer to peer bereavement support group, football club & family co-founded by a group of dad's that all have one thing in common, they have all suffered the heartbreak of losing a baby or child at any age or stage of pregnancy.
FC Vilomah - An Essex based team at Writtle FC Club. It’s about so much more than football.There is no pressure to talk. No expectations. Just a group of dads who understand a journey that no one chooses, supporting each other both on and off the pitch.
Blackburn Football team - Blackburn Rovers Football Club - Are you, or do you know, a bereaved dad in the Blackburn area who’d enjoy a weekly game of footie? Blackburn Rovers Dads FC is here to offer support, connection, and camaraderie through football. It’s a chance to come together, and find solace with other dads on a similar journey.
For further information contact: info@maggiesstillbirthlegacy.org.uk
Follow their Facebook page: facebook.com
Podcasts for Dads:
Dads Still Standing podcast – “Award-winning podcast and bereavement support for dads following the loss of a child.”
Still Parents Podcast – “A candid podcast. how do Dad’s tackle the train wreck of baby loss?”
Guys and Grief Podcast – “Supporting men that have experienced pregnancy or infant loss”
Miscarriage Dads – “Humanizing the experiences of miscarriage by normalizing dads openly talking about its impact on us as men and fathers.”
The Foreknown Men - US - "Join Foreknown Men’s Ryan Cole as he shares stories, connections, and ways men can heal after losing a child in pregnancy loss. You can grow in your faith in Jesus after losing a child and the Foreknown Men Podcast is a real place for real men to really connect after a miscarriage, stillbirth or infant loss."
Petals Grandparents Facebook Group - A safe space for any grandparent who has experienced the loss of a pregnancy or baby in their family. Click here
Love Jasmine Coffee Morning - Liverpool
Our coffee mornings are open to bereaved parents, grandparents and older siblings and wider family members and give families a chance to meet in an informal setting.
UK Support
Money Advice Service
Provides free and impartial money advice, including information for bereaved parents about benefits and
entitlements after the death of their baby.
www.moneyadviceservice.org.uk
Funeral Payments – NI Direct
Financial help that is available for individuals on low-incomes in Northern Ireland who need help to
pay for a funeral that they are arranging.
www.nidirect.gov.uk/funeral-payments
Funeral Payments – UK Government
Financial help that is available for individuals on low-incomes in England, Wales and Scotland who need
help to pay for a funeral that they are arranging.
www.gov.uk/funeral-payments
Jobcentre Plus – Bereavement Services Helpline
Provides information about benefits claims.
Telephone: 0345 608 8601
www.gov.uk/contact-jobcentre-plus
Working Families
Provide information about parents’ rights at work and to benefits after they experience miscarriage, stillbirth and neonatal death.
www.workingfamilies.org.uk/articles/miscarriagestillbirth-
Child Benefit Office
Parents can contact the Child Benefit Office at HM Revenues and Customs for information about
eligibility, claiming and stopping Child Benefit.
www.gov.uk
Baby Mailing Preference Service (MPS) online
Free site where parents can register online to stop or help reduce baby-related mailings.
www.mpsonline.org.uk/bmpsr
The Natural Death Centre
Offers support, advice and guidance for families and other individuals who are arranging a funeral, including
information about environmentally-friendly funerals and woodland burial sites.
www.naturaldeath.org.uk
Bereavement Advice Centre
Offers information and advice for people with practical concerns after the death of someone close to them.
www.bereavementadvice.org
US Financial help
The Fletcher Foundation
Our mission at The Fletcher Foundation is to bring hope to families who are grieving after a miscarriage or stillbirth, as well as provide financial assistance to those enduring financial burdens due to the loss of a child. Our heart is to point mothers and families in a season of grief to joy and life after los
Camrons Gift
Financial assistance up to $1,000 for families in need for funeral and/or burial expenses after loss (miscarriage, stillbirth, neonatal/infant loss, TFMR, child loss (ages 1-5)). *Residents of Long Island, NY only at this time
Out of the Ashes Foundation
Through the fundraising from our events, corporate sponsorships, church partners and donors, we practically serve bereaved families by covering medical expenses associated with pregnancy and early infant loss. We know first-hand how distressing it can be to come home after losing a child and have a medical bill arrive in the mail. We want to alleviate the financial burden from grieving parents so they can focus on navigating a new normal with their families.
Please email Brittany Facinoli, the committee chair, at brittany@outoftheashes5k.com
If you have never experienced the sudden loss of a loved one, you can’t prepare yourself for how many practical details there are to manage. Making burial arrangements, hosting family and friends, planning and coordinating funeral services as well as tracking gifts such as meals, flowers, and monetary donations are just a few of the tasks you’ll be expected to focus on in the days following your loss. Carson’s Village can provide a wide range of free support services to help your family navigate this difficult time.
Let Carson’s Village help you to organize your village. The service is completely free. Let us connect you or a designated family member with one of our Advocates to discuss what we can do to help your family get from the passing of your loved one to the funeral.
Contact us as soon as possible so that we are able to help you avoid the many common pitfalls that come with an unexpected loss.
https://carsonsvillage.org/resource-library/
https://carsonsvillage.org/grief-group-support/
Rhett Sullivan Foundation Flower mound, TX
Any family experiencing early child loss is welcome to contact us for assistance. Upon the loss of a young child, there is no part of your being that thinks about where to turn for financial or emotional support.
info@rhettsullivan.org | 940-242-1095
*Rhett Sullivan Foundation is based in Texas and will focus on providing service to those in Texas first. We are able to provide funding to other locations upon review by our Board of Directors. We will work with the business providing services and a receipt of how assistance was provided is needed.
Fertility Network UK
Provides support for people dealing with infertility and/or who are facing involuntary childlessness.
www.fertilitynetworkuk.org
Remember My Baby Remembrance Photography
UK-based charity who have professional photographers who voluntarily provide their photography services to parents whose baby dies before, during or shortly after birth.
www.remembermybaby.org.uk
Gifts of Remembrance
Provides photography training for hospital staff and volunteers who support parents after a stillbirth or
neonatal death.
www.giftsofremembrance.co.uk
Now I lay me down to sleep
A US website that puts bereaved parents in touch with professional photographers who will take
photographs of their babies at no cost. Photographers in the UK can also be found through the Find a Photographer page.
www.nowilaymedowntosleep.org
Grief Chat Online Counselling - Click the Grief chat pop up window to talk to a bereavement counsellor today.
GriefChat gives any bereaved person the opportunity to speak with a qualified, professional bereavement counsellor via online instant chat service, Monday to Friday 09:00 – 21:00 (GMT), no matter where they are in the world at no cost to them.
Cruse offers free support for people bereaved by death, in any way, whatever their age, nationality or belief. Help includes 1-to-1 support, support groups and advice or information on practical matters and a helpline.
Teddy’s Wish provides free high- quality counselling to bereaved parents who have experienced SIDS, stillbirth and neonatal death both in person and remotely.
Petals - The baby loss counselling charity
Petals offers a nationwide free counselling service to support women, men and couples through the devastation of baby loss.
Canada
The Kayde Foundation | Perinatal Loss Support Services
Providing compassionate inclusive on-going support, resources, and community for parents navigating the profound journey of loss. We are committed to ensuring that all options for support and care are made available in the critical first hours after loss, guiding parents through immediate decisions and emotions. By bridging the gap of isolation often felt after baby loss, we aim to create a space where parents can connect, share, and heal together. Through this, we aim to empower grieving parents with the strength, understanding, and hope needed to heal, while honouring the memory of their children and fostering resilience in the face of grief.
"Our mission is to comfort, clothe, advocate for, and support my sisters in perinatal loss."
"When you lose a child, a part of your confidence and self-esteem is lost too."
"I hated my body for not providing my daughter safe passage into this world. It feels superficial, but only having maternity or frumpy clothes to wear allowed me to feel even worse about myself. I didn’t want to go out or be seen in public. Losing a child is isolating, this made it even more so. Our mission is to comfort and clothe perinatal loss moms by providing complimentary clothing. When you have something to wear, you feel better about yourself. The women who donate to Madison’s Closet do so thinking of the women they will help."
Request clothing here or contact: henderson@madisonscloset.org
People can make a cash donation here https://madisonscloset.org/donations/donate/ or sponsor a box for a bereaved mother https://madisonscloset.org/donations/sponsor-a-box/. We also happily take clothing donations https://madisonscloset.org/donate-clothing/
Lenny’s Legacy Charity has partnered with the PABL project to offer FREE, online, Physio-led postpartum pilates classes, for those who have experienced pregnancy or infant loss.
The course is suitable for anyone who has experienced the loss of a baby from mid term pregnancy loss to early infant death, it is suitable from 6+ weeks post vaginal deliver, 10+ weeks post-C section and up to 12 months postpartum.
The course will take place online at 10am on Fridays online, each course will be 6 week long. We have funding to do this for a year. The first course begins on 8th November.
Sign up here
If you fall outside of these parameters but feel you would benefit please get in contact with Mim from Lenny's Legacy: mim@lennyslegacy.co.uk
UK:
Teddy's Wish sends out care packages free of charge to recently bereaved parents to let them know that they are not alone.
0808 8081677
This charity offers bereavement support to anyone who has experienced a loss
Our Missing Peace
Resources for bereaved families and a helpful repository of information under ‘useful links’ across the four
Home Nations.
www.ourmissingpeace.org
UK:
Sands - Information and support resources
Lily Mae Foundation - Rainbow Baby Group - Coventry
A Rainbow Baby Group for all families who have lost a baby and are pregnant again or have had their Rainbow Baby.
For more information contact: chantelle.dennis@lilmaefoundation.org
Tommy's Facebook support groups - Tommy's run a pregnancy and parenting after loss support group: www.facebook.com/groups/351266875799474/
US:
Pregnancy After Loss Support - Pregnancy After Loss Support (PALS) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and community support resource for women experiencing the confusing and conflicting emotions of grief mixed with joy during the journey through pregnancy after loss. : pregnancyafterlosssupport.org/
Connected Forever (Nebraska): - Our facebook group is the heart of our community. It can provide support through open forum, resources, event updates, and more.
The first Saturday of each month is designated for the Pregnancy After Loss Meetup. This can be a great way to ask questions, tell your story, and get advice from others on a pregnancy after loss journey.: www.connected4ever.org/
A simple and secure way to access specialist resources during baby loss on your computer, smartphone or tablet.
The Ellie's Gift app gives you 24/7 access to a range of bay loss support information to help you prepare for the delivery of your baby.
Jess from the Legacy of Leo works incredibly hard to increase awareness of LGBTQ+ stories and the support available to families.
To join the LGBTQ+ Bereaved Parents Whats App community to connect, share stories and find out about opportunities to add your voice to the conversation – please DM Jess on Instagram, or email thelegacyofleoblog@gmail.com
Resources page: thelegacyofleo.com/lgbt-baby-loss/
Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/414483379303584/
Do you need to speak to someone now?
24 HOUR SUPPORT LINES
| Samaritans | 116 123 (UK) | For anyone, at anytime, for any reason |
| Childline | 0800 1111 | Support for 18yrs & under and their relatives |
| Silverline | 0800 470 8090 | Support for the over 50's |
Useful links: National Specialist Support Services
The Good Grief Trust - Find local support to you
Cruse - Largest national charity for the bereaved
London Friend - Support and counselling for the LGB&T community
Winston's Wish - Specialist support for bereaved children and their families
Grief Encounter - Support for bereaved children and their families
Sue Ryder - Online Community and Online Bereavement Counselling
Sudden - Support for people bereaved by sudden death
Muslim Bereavement Support Service - Support for Muslim women after the death of a loved one
Jewish Bereavement Support Services - Support for the Jewish community after a death
Sudden Arrhythmic Death - Advice and support after Sudden Arrhythmic Death Syndrome
Drug and Alcohol Addiction - Support for those who have lost someone through substance misuse.
Road Peace - The sudden, unexpected and traumatic experience of a road death or serious injury can be emotionally overwhelming. RoadPeace is here to help you.
Breaking Bad News - Advice on breaking bad news to someone with an intellectual disability
Advocacy After Fatal Domestic Abuse - Help guiding families through Inquiries including Domestic Homicide Reviews and Mental Health Reviews, Independent Police Complaints Commission (IPCC) inquiries and other reviews.
Support after Suicide Partnership - Advice and guidance to all those affected by suicide
Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide - Helping overcome isolation of those bereaved by suicide (over 18)
War Widows - Advice and help to all those who have been widowed in conflict since WW2
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