Little Angels of White Memorial Medical Center

05/05/2026

Come join us for our May Support Group in person at White Memorial Hospital or on zoom with the link in our bio at 6:30 PM. Send us a message for any support. All are welcome!

04/18/2026

Bereaved Mother’s Day Event at Adventist Health White Memorial. Please RSVP using the QR Code or text the phone number. Space is limited. This event is for mother’s and children only.

04/11/2026

The Countdown to Our
2026 Walk to Remember Has Begun!
Join us on Bereaved Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 3, 2026, for the 2026 Walk to Remember—a heartfelt event honoring babies gone too soon. Together, we walk to support grieving parents, raise awareness, and foster education.
Key Registration Deadlines:
* April 10- Register by this date to ensure your baby’s name appears on our Remembrance Wall, secure a route sign, and meet the fundraising prize deadline.
/ April 17 - Lock in the $30 admission rate ($20 for each additional attendee!) and guarantee your preferred event t-shirt
SiZe.
• April 29 - Final day for online registration (subject to change).
Day-ot Event Details:
V Walk-up registrations will be available.
V A limited supply of event shirts will be on sale.
Don’t delay-register today and walk with us in remembrance and love.
• Sign up now: https://
emptycradle.redpodium.com/walk-to-
remember-2026

04/08/2026

Navigating the Aftermath:
Be Gentle with Yourself: Take time to rest and process emotions without pressure to “move on”.
Find Support: Connect with partners, friends, or specialized support groups who understand the depth of the loss.
Set Boundaries: It is okay to avoid social situations or conversations about babies if they are too painful.

03/31/2026

03/27/2026

Why Pregnancy Loss is Unique:
Loss of the Future: Unlike other bereavements that focus on memories, pregnancy loss is characterized by the absence of memories and the erasure of planned milestones.
Ambiguous Loss: It is a “hidden” loss, frequently occurring before the pregnancy was announced, leaving parents to grieve in isolation without public recognition or rituals.
Physical and Emotional Trauma: The experience is often sudden and accompanied by intense physical pain or medical procedures, leading to high rates of anxiety, depression, and PTSD.
Identity Shift: It challenges a person’s sense of self and their body, leading to feelings of failure or guilt.
Loss of Narrative: It shatters the projected future and the entire life story the parents had created.
Common Emotional Responses:
Isolation: The stigma or silence surrounding loss can create profound loneliness.
Intense Grief and Guilt: Feelings of anger, profound sadness, or “why me” questioning are normal.
Impact on Relationships: The loss can lead to marital strain or strain in relationships, as each partner may grieve differently.

03/15/2026

This is your reminder that there is no “right” way to grieve. The best way to deal with grief involves allowing yourself to feel the pain without judgment, establishing gentle routines, prioritizing self-care (sleep, nutrition, exercise), seeking support from trusted friends or professionals, and finding healthy ways to express emotions like journaling or reminiscing, while avoiding unhealthy coping mechanisms like excessive alcohol/drugs. Be patient with yourself, as grief comes in waves and everyone processes loss differently, but find ways to maintain some normalcy and connect with others to help navigate the healing process.

03/01/2026

Join us for our Little Angels March Support Group
Time: Mar 5, 2026 06:30 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9338003518?pwd=gaqshfHN8iwks8HBZ5jrmyCX7d3V4S.1&omn=84489845157

Meeting ID: 933 800 3518
Passcode: 318218

02/26/2026

This reflective exercise can serve as journal prompts for routine check-ins and can be an activity for family check-ins to encourage discussion.

Choose: What kind of support do I need today?
☐ Space to cry
☐ Someone to talk to
☐ Time alone
☐ A creative outlet (writing, music, drawing)
☐ Movement or nature
☐ Something else: _______________________

Connect: Who can I connect with right now?
☐ A friend
☐ A family member
☐ A support group
☐ A therapist
☐ A spiritual guide
☐ A pet
☐ Myself

Communicate: What’s one feeling I need to express right now? _______________________________________________________
✏️ Is there someone I want to talk to? What do I want to say? _______________________________________________________
✏️ If I’m not ready to talk, I can still express my grief by:
☐ Writing it down
☐ Drawing it
☐ Praying or meditating
☐ Listening to music
☐ Making something

02/20/2026

Surviving a miscarriage involves navigating complex physical and emotional grief, which is deeply personal and often long-lasting. Key steps include allowing yourself to feel a range of emotions, seeking support from loved ones or therapists, practicing self-care, and acknowledging that it is not your fault.