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Take Time to Process the Loss Communicate with your employer promptly to request time off, and involve your doctor in any required paperwork. Take the time you need to grieve, remembering that there is no set timetable for the process. Do What Feels Right and Take It One Day at a Time Set achievable daily goals to aid the grieving process. Simple tasks like taking a shower or a short walk can be significant accomplishments. Respect Your Partner’s Grieving Process Recognize that everyone grieves differently, and patience is essential. Seek support from family, friends, or professionals to help both partners through the grieving process. Share Your Loss With Others Connect with support groups, bereaved parent retreats, or peer counselors who have experienced similar losses. Sharing experiences with others who understand can provide valuable support.
Grieving doesn't have a timeline; it's a lifelong process. After the initial support wanes, continue checking in, especially during holidays, birthdays, or anniversaries. Grief can intensify during these times, making ongoing support crucial. Continue to Check In Refrain from asking when someone will have another child or making comments about their ability to get pregnant again. Avoid "at least" statements, as they may undermine the significance of the loss. Acknowledge the loss with simple expressions of sympathy to make the grieving person feel seen and understood. Avoid Hurtful Questions and Comments
Coping With Pregnancy Loss or Infant Loss
Avoid blaming yourself for the loss. Understand that feelings of failure and guilt are common but rarely rooted in something anyone did or didn't do. Be Gentle and Kind to Yourself Depending on the baby's gestational age, hospitals may offer opportunities to spend time with the baby. If not possible, find other ways to create memories, such as writing a diary or holding a funeral or memorial service. Consider "Memory-Making"
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