Welcome to our section for subsequent pregnancy after loss. I do hope you will find the following articles & resources of help, whether you have already taken that step or are considering trying again. I wish there were more resources to list-but sadly there is not much out there dealing with this sensitive issue. I have tried to gather the best & most useful of the limited resources here to save you searching for hours as I have:)
"Be strong and take heart, all you who hope in the LORD." Psalms 31:24
Our new sister site is dedicated to helping women who have lost a baby to stillbirth, neonatal death or any type of infant loss up to a year of age; through the journey of having another child.
Hopeful Conceptions
is an email support group for women who are trying to conceive after a stillbirth or neonatal death. We adhere fairly closely to the definition of stillbirth, which is 20 or more weeks. Moderated by Michelle
Hopeful Pregnancies
Hopeful Women's pregnancy after loss email support group. This is for women who are pregnant after a loss of 20 or more weeks gestation, stillbirth, neonatal death or SIDS. Moderated by Michelle.
Hope Parenting Partners
We are here to support families parenting a subsequent child after a loss of 20 or more weeks gestation, stillbirth, neonatal death,(loss of child up to one yr of age). Moderated by Jennifer & Bonnie
Babies of Hope
Come see the sweet blessings from above that brought hope to the members of Hopeful Pregnancies & Hope Parenting Partners. Be prepared for extreme cuteness!
Stories of Hope
Stories of families who overcame the loss of a child through miscarriage, stillbirth, neonatal death or SIDS and went on to have successful subsequent pregnancy(ies) Very inspiring stories of faith
The Journey by Lissa Marshall
This is a story about incredible heartache, loss, grief and pain, but also a new understanding of life and immense joy. One woman's story of loss & hope for a new tomorrow. Wondefully written!
Maribeth's Pregnancy After Loss Support Site Has an excellent section of questions to ask your self in determining your readiness to "try again"
Are We Ready? Tips and suggestions on deciding to try again and suggestions on surviving a subsequent pregnancy-an offsite of the MISS(Mothers in Sympathy & Support) website
Cabbage Patch a place to list subsequent pregnancies, groups & clubs links, book section & poetry
Pregnancy Loss Forum at About.com Join others to discuss miscarriage, ectopics, pregnancy after loss and more. Enter through the Pregnancy/Birth Forum
Pregnancy after Loss: Surviving a Subsequent Pregnancy by Anne Douglas article & journal entries from Ann's book. Also includes links & more info on loss & subsequent pregnancy.
Pregnancy Chat A weekly chat event for those pregnant after a loss hosted by Parents Place. Share experiences, fears, happiness, and occasionally a good laugh! Fridays at 9pm ET.
Subsequent Pregnancy Survival a site where parents can find the support they need to survive a subsequent pregnancy.
Hannah's Prayer Subsequent pregnancy section, includes an email group for pregnancy after a loss or parenting after a loss (Subsequent Pregnancy & Parenting After Loss E-Mail Pal & Prayer Support Connection)
Still to be Born addresses the emotional issues of a subsequent pregnancy after losing a baby. you can purchase this book through amazon.com but they charge $5.50 for the book plus a $2.20 special surcharge. If you purchase through www.aplacetoremember.com it costs $5.95.
Pregnancy after Loss by Jane & Michael Warland "Jane has seen an obvious gap in information that is available for parents who make the decision to have another baby after the death of an infant. .......It is a book I would highly recommend to all parents who must take this decision after the death of a baby." - Maxine Weber, Executive Director, SIDS Association of SA Inc.
Babycenter A neat site with the option to sign up for your weekly personal pregnancy page. Good tips for each stage of pregnancy & many other features.
Pregnancy at Women.com Takes you through pregnancy through baby's first year. Has several "tools" to help figure ovulation, due dates and things like how much weight you should gain. Administered by a RN.
Ask Noah.com about Pregnancy Very comprehensive site on topics ranging from fertility, conception, prenatal care, birth defects to vaccinations. Done in association with March of Dimes. Highly recommended if you do not have time to surf.
Stork.net Your Pregnancy & Parenting web station Lots of articles & features. Advice & chats with experts. Medical information on pregnancy & newborns.
Netnurse mostly medical site -You can ask a question via the site & an actual nurse will call your home to discuss the problem or question with you!!! Info on nutrition, exercise, labor etc.
Pregnancy at Parenthoodweb.com Chat with other expectant parents, How baby grows section, lots of surveys & articles.
Babybeat Rental of Home Doppler equiptment--The ORIGINAL HOME DOPPLER(tm) by BabyBeat allows you to listen to your baby's heartbeat in the privacy of your own home with the same high-quality Doppler instrument used in your doctor's office.
Sidelines is a network of support groups across the country for women and their families experiencing complicated pregnancies. Sidelines provides emotional support by email and phone support and it is totally free. The support is provided by women who have "been there" (i.e. have experienced a high-risk pregnancy and they match you with someone who has had a similar pregnancy history)
Birthfront at MSNBC Keep abreast of the latest issues & news in pregnancy & childbirth with MSNBC
Pregnancy & Birth at OBGYN.net run by, of course, OBGYN Doctors. Lots of medical & other helpful information & articles by Doctors. Breastfeeding support information.
Pregnancy at Parentsplace.com Has a neat day by day pregnancy calendar tailored to fit your due date & lots of other pregnancy & parenting info. Also has a weekly email letter you can sign up for.
GentleBirth.org Contains the Midwife Archives(dealing with pregnancy questions & concerns-run by midwife Ronnie Falcao) and other pages dealing with homebirth, midwifery, and all other aspects of pregnancy & childbirth. Also has a resource section for pregnancy after loss.
Cristin's Corner Memorial Gardens Poetry Marriage Support
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the birth of Corey Patrick
on July 13, 2000
with our family!
Story & Pictures included:)
