Approaching your due date after experiencing a loss is difficult. For most families, it's a time of excitement and anticipation; of folding tiny clothes and making preparations. Approaching your due date without a baby is often a reminder of the tragedy that occured earlier. Some families may find that they don't need to do anything special on their due date; and that's okay. Some women find … [Read more...]
Essential Oils for Child Loss
The loss of a child is a devastating experience for parents and loved ones - be it from miscarriage, still birth, SIDs, disease or a tragic accident. Nothing in the world can prepare you for it and the aftermath is difficult. Essential oils are a great tool for dealing with the trauma and grief. They can be used to ease both emotional and mental pain, and any physical pain that a parent or … [Read more...]
How to Support a Loved One Through a Miscarriage
The following post contains affiliate links. For more information, see my full disclosure policy. Losing a pregnancy can be extremely difficult for a woman and her partner. When I suffered a miscarriage in 2014 (read my full story here), it was absolutely devastating to my husband and me. Not only was it the loss of a child, it was the loss of our hopes and dreams for that child. The life that … [Read more...]
Bleeding and Spotting During Pregnancy
Vaginal bleeding during pregnancy can be absolutely terrifying, and can occur for so many different reasons. Some vaginal bleeding however, is considered completely normal, and not usually a cause for concern. How do you know the difference? If bleeding occurs, take note of the amount, consistency and color of the blood as this can be valuable information for when you speak with your nurse, doctor … [Read more...]
9 Ways to Honor a Baby Lost Too Soon
Previously titled 9 Ways to Honor a Baby that Never Was. Losing a a baby is one of the most difficult things that can happen to a family. Not only are you losing your child, but you are losing your hopes, dreams and plans for your life. Whether the loss is from SIDS, stillborn, miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, chemical pregnancy, or fetal abnormality, the pain is very real. Some women find other … [Read more...]
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