Following the birth of a stillborn baby, a miscarriage or a baby who dies shortly after birth, you may find yourself experiencing a wide range of feelings.
What you are experiencing
It is difficult to bring into focus what has really happened. You may have given birth, but now you don't have a baby to take home. These experiences are hard to share, even with those close to you. Other people have trouble understanding what you are going through, and what to say or do to help.
How we support you
We hope Parent Support of Puget Sound, a local 501(c)(3) non-profit organization put together by parents who have experienced the loss of a baby, will offer some insight into common feelings and experiences. Remember, however, that each experience is unique, and that not everyone follows a set pattern.
What you will find here
The menu above will give you more information about Parent Support, as well as commonly asked questions, related topics links, a calendar of events, quarterly newsletters and information about our local groups and meetings.
How can P.S. help?
The death of a baby is a life-changing experience. Most parents are not able to satisfactorily grieve the loss of a newborn, or a baby who died during pregnancy. They are expected to put their lives back together and continue with life as if the loss did not occur. This is what society expects us to do. Parents need to grieve their loss. Although, this may seem difficult it is a necessary and natural process. Often the pain we have isn’t known or understood by the people we love and others. P.S. can help.
Find a support group
Monthly peer support groups in various locations throughout the Puget Sound.
Online presence including website of resources, public Facebook page, and a private Facebook group.
Come to our Walk to Remember
Walk to Remember at held annually in October.
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