What can I do?

When a family member or friend suffers a pregnancy or infant loss, how best to support them can be uncertain. You might feel unprepared to offer support to your loved one and be asking, “What can I do?” It’s likely you are also grieving this loss, and trying to find a balance between your own sadness and your desire to support the baby’s parents can be a challenge.

We hope the resources below will be useful for navigating this difficult course. We also suggest reading through some of the resources within the Resources for Parents section to gain a better understanding of what your loved one may be experiencing.

Empty Arms is a resource for you. We invite you to reach out by phone or email for support and guidance during this difficult time.

What to say and do (and not to say!)

How to comfort the bereaved without hurting them further.

Supporting a coworker

Most friends and co-workers are unsure of how to support bereaved parents in the work environment.