The reason as to why our baby(ies) died may not be the same, but in the end they died. That is what brings us together as a community. It’s a group that you don’t want to be apart of and those who are don’t want anyone else to join. But if you do have to join, you’ll be welcomed with open arms.
I am working on getting resources together of books, websites, other bloggers, podcasts, etc. to follow along that have helped me on this life after loss. As soon as I do get them together, I’ll share them.
Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month was first declared by President Ronald Reagan on October 15, 1988. On that day he said:“When a child loses his parent, they are called an orphan. When a spouse loses her or his partner, they are called a widow or widower. When parents lose their child, there isn’t a word to describe them. This month recognizes the loss so many parents experience across the United States and around the world. It is also meant to inform and provide resources for parents who have lost children due to miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, molar pregnancy, stillbirths, birth defects, SIDS, and other causes.Now, Therefore, I, Ronald Reagan, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim the month of October as Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month. I call upon the people of the United States to observe this month with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities.” (from Now I Lay Me Down To Sleep)
