We are here to support you.
If you are visiting this section because you have experienced the death of your baby, we are very sad for your loss and would like to extend our heartfelt sympathy to you and your family.
Pregnancy loss can occur at any time. You may have had a miscarriage or a stillbirth during pregnancy, or your baby may have died at birth or after birth. No two people experience such a tragic loss in the same way and each parent’s reaction is unique.
For parents of multiples, you may face additional struggles: you may be grieving the loss of more than one baby, different causes of death for each baby, neonatal intensive care, surgeries, decisions on courses of treatment and possibly preparing to bring your surviving baby home.
Creating Memories
During the days, weeks, months and years following the death of your baby, you may find comfort in the memorable moments and experiences you had with your baby, and the keepsakes received around the time of their birth.
These memories will play a vital role in dealing with your grief and can often become your greatest comfort. You can create lifelong memories of your baby in different ways, and the precious time you have together should be about doing what feels right for you and your family.
Finding support
Grief can feel overwhelming and you do not have to face it alone. You may find comfort in talking with someone you trust, connecting with other bereaved parents or reaching out to a support service. Help is available whenever you feel ready to seek it, whether your loss happened recently or many years ago.
Miracle Babies NurtureLine
Free family support helpline, available 24/7: 1300 622 243
Lifeline
24/7 crisis support: 13 11 14
Red Nose
24/7 Grief and Loss Support Line: 1300 308 307
You do not need to have the right words or know what to ask for before reaching out.
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Nurture E Information Hub
Our online information hub contains information to help you feel educated, empowered and connected.
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Available resources
We have a range of resources available, your hospital should have them readily available.
Memory Box
Miracle Babies Foundation offers solace to families who are grieving a loss by providing a special Memory Box keepsake.
Butterfly Stickers
The Purple Butterfly represents a baby that was part of a multiple pregnancy. These stickers are for families to place on the humidicrib.
Bereaved Family Journals
Written by families who have experienced loss. You may find comfort in knowing that you are not alone.
Remembering and honouring them
Pregnancy and Infant Loss Rememberance Day is October 15 each year.
Pregnancy and Infant Loss Day
Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Wall
