PREGNANCY AND INFANT LOSS REMEMBRANCE DAY- OCTOBER 15, 2017

The loss in early pregnancy is an underrated loss. The loss of an infant is huge. Any pregnancy loss stays with the parents for the rest of their lives.The loss can represent lost dreams, hopes, expectations of a baby. A child. Growing a family. Many parents may have struggled with getting pregnant. The joy turning to sadness and loss. The grief journey is tough. Honouring all those parents, families who have had any pregnancy loss is important for all of us. Various groups do some honouring on this day. Releasing balloons, butterflies, lighting candles. If you know someone who has experienced such a loss, let the person know you remember and want to share how you care.