This collection of the best pregnancy loss resources includes my favorite books, journals, podcasts, organizations, support groups, products, and other amazing resources. Pregnancy loss resources aren’t always easy to come by, but this collection features those that I’ve found to be the most supportive, both personally and professionally.
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Finding Pregnancy Loss Resources
Research shows that 1 in 4 pregnancies end in miscarriage. And sadly, that means that a significant number of people endure the grief of pregnancy loss. You might reasonably assume that those numbers mean there’s a plethora of readily available pregnancy loss resources and supports. Unfortunately, that’s not really the case.
A Lack of Resources
When I experienced my first miscarriage, I was completely caught off guard. I felt wholly unprepared. What’s more, I felt pretty alone in my struggle.
The medical team responsible for my D & C procedure took great care of me while I was in the hospital. And they sent me home with a care package of pads, ibuprofen, and a tip sheet of do’s and don’ts following the procedure.
But sadly, not one “tip” on that sheet spoke to the mental, psychological, and emotional grief experience I was about to have.
No resources for where to find more information about pregnancy loss. No organizations to contact. No suggestions for how to honor my baby. No referrals to mental health providers who specialize in pregnancy loss grief.
Just tips related to bleeding, physical pain management, and how much activity I could tolerate. I didn’t realize it then but now I totally understand the full impact of this lack of resources.
Breaking the Silence Around Pregnancy Loss
Since that first loss, I have learned more than I care to know about Western Culture’s response to pregnancy loss. Much of what I’ve observed deals with insensitivity, silence, and stigma.
But there are communities that know the pain and struggle of pregnancy loss.
They understand the importance of validation, social connection, and grief expression. These communities work hard to break the silence and stop the stigma. They are tirelessly devoted to impacting the volume, quality, and availability of pregnancy loss resources across the country. Breaking the silence through books, podcasts, non-profits, companies, support groups, products, social media and more.
A Curated Collection of the Best Pregnancy Loss Resources
This post is a ever-evolving collection of my top recommended pregnancy loss resources. I’ve developed this list of resources over time, both as a pregnancy loss survivor and a mental health professional.
I’m so sorry for the circumstances that bring you to this page, but I sincerely hope you find something useful to support you along your grief and healing journey.
Pregnancy Loss Resources By Category
Click on a category below to jump to that section of the pregnancy loss resources.
- Pregnancy Loss Journals and Workbooks
- Pregnancy Loss Books
- Pregnancy Loss Podcasts
- Pregnancy Loss Organizations
- Pregnancy Loss Therapist Resources
- Pregnancy Loss Products, Keepsakes, and Memorials
- Pregnancy Loss Freebies & Resources
JOURNALS & WORKBOOKS
Here are my top picks for pregnancy loss journals and workbooks. The first one is an art therapy-informed guided journal with 100+ creative prompts, checklists, grief rituals, and more designed to support you along your grief journey (and written by yours truly). It’s the book I wish I had during the tougher parts of my grief journey. I also highly recommend the other three journals and workbooks. Click on the link to learn more about each one.
Creative Healing for Pregnancy Loss
by Hayley Wilds, MA, LPC
Healing Journal for Miscarriage
from Promptly Journals
Miscarriage Grief Journal
by Rachel J. Floyd
The Miscarriage Map Workbook
by Sunita Osborn, PsyD
BOOKS
These are my absolute favorite books on the pregnancy loss experience and how to move through it. I say this from both the perspective of a licensed professional and a loss mom. These are the pregnancy loss books that helped me, and the books that I continuously recommend to my clients.
At a Loss
by Donna Rothert, PhD
The Miscarriage Map
by Sunita Osborn, PsyD
The Worst Girl Gang Ever
by Bex Gunn & Laura Buckingham
The Baby Loss Guide Book
by Zoë Clark-Coates MBE, BCAh
Ask Me His Name
by Elle Wright
Unexpecting
by Rachel Davis
Creative Healing for Pregnancy Loss
by Hayley Wilds, MA, LPC
When Skies Are Gray: A Grieving Mother’s Lullaby
by Lindsey M Henke
PODCASTS
The podcasts featured on the list below cover topics that are not only important for breaking the silence around pregnancy loss, but they communicate exactly what it’s like to experience this kind of grief. You will feel seen, validated, and supported. These amazing podcasts will remind you that you are not alone.
The Worst Girl Gang Ever Podcast
with Laura and Bex
The Joyful Mourning Podcast
with Ashlee Proffitt
The Miscarriage Therapist
with Erin Iwanusa
Finding Hope After Loss
with Sarah Cox
Dad Still Standing
with Liam Preston & Matt Dearsley
Sisters in Loss
with Erica M. Freeman
ORGANIZATIONS, COMPANIES & GROUPS
These organizations and companies have made it their mission to provide space, validation, and support for loss parents. Offerings include virtual support groups, informative resources, validating publications, therapeutic support, helpful products, and more.
Return to Zero: Hope
A Non-Profit Organization
Tommy’s
A UK-Based Charity
Still Standing Magazine
An Online Magazine
The Tears Foundation
Pregnancy & Infant Loss Support
Star Legacy Foundation
A Non-Profit Organization
The Worst Girl Gang Ever Warriorship
A Membership Community
Pregnancy After Loss
A Nonprofit Organization
Share
Pregnancy & Infant Loss Support
The Pregnancy Loss Grief Group
A Facebook Support Group
Postpartum Support International
A Maternal Mental Health Organization
Grayson’s Footprints Foundation
A Nonprofit Organization
Still Remembered Project
A Nonprofit Organization
Jane’s Room
A Charitable Organization
nilmdts
Heirloom Portraits for Families
RESOURCES FOR THERAPISTS
Working with pregnancy loss survivors and loss parents is incredibly rewarding. This underserved community of grieving individuals is in need of your support. Here are some useful training providers and pregnancy loss resources specifically for mental health providers to enhance your practice.
Center for Creative Counseling
Clinical Training
Creative Therapy Ideas Blog
Inspiring Resources for Therapists
PLIDA
Pregnancy Loss & Infant Death Alliance
PSI
Training Programs for Therapists
Workshops with Hayley Wilds
Workshops on Grief & Loss
RTZ: Hope Training & Resources
For Perinatal Care Providers
PRODUCTS, KEEPSAKES, & MEMORIALS
This collection of product recommendations features the highest quality, thoughtfully-designed items that will help you memorialize your loss and honor your baby.
I Love You Still: A Memorial Baby Book
written by Margaret Scofield
Healing Hearts Comfort Gift Set
from Earth Mama Organics
Floral Miscarriage Necklace
from White Carnation Design
Ultrasound Memory Box
from New Line Gift
Baby Loss Keepsake Box
from Tami Trading
Guided Journal Memory Book
by Autumn Cohen
Hope Bear Keepsake Kit
from Bears of Hope
1 in 4 Miscarriage Bar Necklace
from Peak and Valley Beads
Baby Loss Memorial Garden Stone
from Silver Birch and Stone
Pregnancy Test Keepsake Box
from the Budding Branch
FREE RESOURCE BUNDLES
This set of free downloadable resources offer useful information and support to help you process your grief.
Free Pregnancy Loss Mini-Journal
from White Carnation Design
Free Pregnancy Loss Mini-Workbook
Inspiring Resources for Therapists
Additional Pregnancy Loss Services
If you are looking for more support, I offer additional services to provide support in a variety of ways.
Speaking
Keynotes and Workshops
> Variety of topics available
> Interactive and experiential
Training
Education for Professionals
> Variety of topics available
> Training for professionals
Therapy
Grief Support for Pregnancy Loss
> Available to residents of PA
> Virtual therapy only
