Surviving a Miscarriage

If you have found this page, you have possibly had a miscarriage, are in the midst of one, or care for someone who has. We are so, so sorry for the loss of your child. It breaks our hearts that anyone would need this information, but we know that in reality, many parents are experiencing this pain every day and have many questions about what the Catholic Church teaches and what to do next. We hope we can help you find some answers. Below are links to some resources, both Catholic and secular, that may be of help to you as you seek or your loved one seeks healing. If you would like to talk with a parishioner who knows what you are going through, please contact Quincy Kawalski at [email protected].

Catholic Miscarriage Support

“You formed my inmost being;
you knit me in my mother’s womb.
I praise you, because I am wonderfully made;
wonderful are your works!
My very self you know.
My bones are not hidden from you.
When I was being made in secret,
fashioned in the depths of the earth,
Your eyes saw me unformed;
in your book all are written down;
my days were shaped, before one came to be.”
Psalm 139:13-16

MyCatholicDoctor is a nationwide organization that brings a network of faithful medical professionals to patients through video visits/telehealth, home visits, and office referrals. They also have a number of resources for parents experiencing miscarriage and infant loss.

Miscarriage Hurts is meant to offer a safe place to share your story, help you better understand your own personal experience, and connect you to resources that can provide support for your specific needs.

Elizabeth Ministry International and its Chapters worldwide support families during the childbearing years and beyond with special care and support to those facing crisis and loss.

Mommy to a Little Saint Facebook Group

Mommy To A Little Saint is for Catholic women who have experienced the loss of a young child through miscarriage, stillbirth and infant loss. This group exists to provide support, encouragement and prayer as we move forward. Because the loss of a child impacts every aspect of our lives a variety of topics are likely to be discussed including pregnancy after loss and parenting.

Roots Family Coolaborative Support Groups

This is a local group that meets every second Monday of every month and are not associated with any religion.

Supporting those who have suffered Miscarriage

Red Bird Ministries

Miscarriage & Infant Loss Care Packages

Red Bird Ministries serves ordinary families who have been given an extraordinary cross to carry. Red bird is an organization that systematically guides individuals and couples through the complexity and trauma that happens with the loss of a child from pregnancy through adulthood.