Helping Parents of Stillborn & Miscarried Babies

No Heartbeat, before Delivery

Advocates for Parents of Perinatal Loss (APPL)s will prepare parents for the birth of their baby once it is determined there is no heartbeat, but before they enter the hospital. Advocates meet with parents to alleviate anxiety and fears of the unknown. By receiving non-medical intervention, parents become empowered, ready to make the most of the short time with their child. Our trained advocates will work with the parents to create a birth plan. They will offer options that allow parents to make educated decisions to choose what memories and mementos they wish to create with their child.  These special and meaningful moments help create lasting memories that bring comfort. 

During Delivery

APPLs will be trained to avail themselves for questions during delivery via phone or in person.  They can advocate for their clients and help to make sure the birth plan is understood and fulfilled as closely as possible.

After Delivery

There is no time limit on grief. Even well after delivery, advocates are trained to offer peer support to couples and individuals.   They also offer scheduled group support sessions where the grieving parents can meet parents in similar situations helping to alleviate the isolation often felt with the loss of a baby.  

Advocates will be fully knowledgeable to assist parents with their disposition choices: burial or cremation. They can assist in the planning of a service or funeral. Advocates will understand they cannot take away the pain of losing a child, but they can help parents avoid additional trauma that happens if they are not prepared. There is no time limit on grief. Even well after delivery, advocates are trained to offer peer support to couples and individuals.