10/15/2026
As a midwife, supporting families through their pregnancy and parenting journeys means being there for them through moments of joy, uncertainty and, sometimes, profound loss. Every family deserves compassion, understanding and support as they navigate the grief of pregnancy or infant loss.
Pregnancy loss is more common than many people realize, affecting about 1 in 5 pregnancies. Yet many families experience loss in silence and isolation. Grief can affect parents, siblings, grandparents and loved ones, and everyone experiences it differently. There is no timeline for grief, and every family's experience deserves to be met with compassion and understanding.
Today, on Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Day, we remember the babies who are gone too soon, honour the families who carry their memory, and encourage open, compassionate conversations about loss.
If you or someone you know has experienced pregnancy or infant loss, support is available. Click the link to learn more about the resources available. https://halton.healthcare/rjbgg
