Pregnancy and Infant Loss

We are so sorry for your loss.

This ministry provides support, prayers, and resources for women and families who have loss an infant due to miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant death.

It is so easy to feel alone after loss. We found it helpful to speak with other women who had gone through something similar. Perhaps you just need someone to pray for you. We are here for you. Please email us.

pregnancyinfantloss@stmichaellivermore.com

 

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Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day

Join us for a candlelight vigil on Monday, October 15 in the  parish courtyard from 6:30 to 8:00 pm.

We will be praying and lighting candles in remembrance of the children we have lost and you will have the opportunity to have your child(ren) be remembered by name in prayer. If you are unable to attend the event but would like your child to be remembered, please contact us: pregnancyinfantloss@stmichaellivermore.com

STAGES OF GRIEF

During and after your loss you may feel a number of emotions. Everyone is different, but many people go through stages of grief. These stages are Denial, Anger, Bargaining, Depression, and Acceptance. You may experience none, some, or all of these stages. 

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WAYS TO COPE WITH GRIEF

Crying

Talking with friends

Naming your baby - Some ideas on naming miscarried babies are here.

Praying

Doing something in remembrance of your child: planting a tree or garden, hanging photos if you have them, having a Mass said, wearing something with their name on it, or lighting a candle.

Helping others

Keeping a journal

 

RESOURCES

Books we found helpful:

Grieving Together: A Couple’s Journey Through Miscarriage by Laura and Franco Fanucci 

Loving Baby Louie: Hope in the Midst of Grief by Colleen and David Currie

Waiting with Gabriel: A Story of Cherishing a Baby's Brief Life by Amy Kuebelbeck

 

FREE PHOTOS

Free professional photography for infant loss starting at 22 weeks gestation. 

 

TRAPPIST CASKETS

Prayerfully handmade caskets for infants and children, free of charge. 

 

BURIAL OPTIONS

Free and low-cost burial options are available for miscarried, stillborn, infants and children. Contact Catholic Funeral & Cemetery Services (925) 455-9696

 

REMAINS COLLECTION

If you are waiting for a miscarriage to pass and would like to collect the remains for burial or cremation, click here.

 

PERINATAL HOSPICE

Continuing your pregnancy when your baby’s life is expected to be brief. This site has resources for birth plans and many links to support for various diagnosis.  

              

FOR FAMILY AND FRIENDS

Click here for resources