Grief & Child Loss Resources
Navigating the aftermath of child or infant loss is an incredibly challenging journey. In the days following such a profound loss, finding accessible and meaningful support can feel overwhelming. To help ease this burden, my husband and I have compiled a list of free and readily available resources. We hope this list provides some solace and guidance to those navigating this unimaginable path.
Grief Resources created for grieving parents and families in honor of our beloved:
Magnolia “Maggie” Jane Guenther
June 11, 2023
“Sweet little flower of heavenly birth, she was too fair to bloom on earth.”
Hi, I’m Emma, Magnolia’s mama. I am a Grief Guide and Mentor, Psychic & Somatic Medium, Field Reader and Energy Healer. I hold sacred space for women navigating life after loss or moving through powerful life transitions, guiding them back to self-trust, clarity, and their own inner strength.
My journey, shaped by the stillbirth of my daughter, Magnolia opened me to the unseen connections that continue beyond loss and to the healing gifts I now share with others. Through mediumship, energy healing, healing guides and one-on-one support, I help women release what feels heavy, shift limiting beliefs, and reconnect with themselves and their loved ones in spirit.
To walk with you on your path, I created a free resource: The Grief to Gold Guide. Inside, you’ll find gentle practices, reflections, and grounding tools to help you move through stuck emotions and begin transforming pain into purpose...one breath, one moment at a time.
Access the guide HERE
Listen to Emma’s Podcast
Made of Magic Podcast: Reigning with Intuition and Rising in Your Power – A space where I explore grief, spiritual growth, intuition, and stepping into your power. Here you can listen to Magnolia's story.
Listen on Spotify: Multifaceted Mediumship
https://open.spotify.com/show/7o0rznJaUCTmHWbVSGZVHU?si=366b7ffc76ac47e0
Connect with Emma
Instagram: @theemmag
Book a session or inquire: Email themediumdoula@gmail.com or DM on Instagram.
Below is a list of free and easily accessible resources we’ve compiled to provide support during this challenging journey. We hope these resources can offer comfort and guidance as you find your way forward.
At a Total Loss Podcast with Katherine Lazar
This podcast focuses on stillbirth and is hosted by Katherine Lazar, a wealth of knowledge. She eloquently puts words to the emotions that many of us struggle to express. Katherine also covers episodes on how family members can support grieving parents and navigate their own grief. You can connect with her on Instagram @katherinelazar.
Amy Watson - Babyloss Coach
•Podcast: Smooth Stones
•Website: smoothstonescoaching.com
•Instagram: @amy.smoothstonescoaching
Amy offers compassionate coaching and resources to support families navigating baby loss.
Aspen Wilson - Therapist & Loss Mom
•Blog: Aspen’s Blog
https://www.keepgoingmentalhealth.com/aspensblog.
Aspen shares insights as a therapist and mom with lived experience after the loss of her son in 2019, offering heartfelt reflections and support.
LOCAL TO KANSAS CITY:
AdventHealth Shawnee Mission Support Groups:
•Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support Group
When: 1st and 3rd Thursdays, 7 PM
•Pregnancy After a Loss Support Group
When: 2nd and 4th Sundays, 4 PM
Where: Community Education Room, AdventHealth Shawnee Mission
Groups are free and open to all families, not limited to AdventHealth patients.
Contact:
Tricia Potter Rausch, RN Bereavement Coordinator
•Phone: 913-632-4223
Tricia offers local resources, support, and therapist connections to KC families experiencing loss.
FUNERAL ASSISTANCE:
Angel Names Association (ANA)
•Website: angelnames.org
ANA provides financial assistance for funeral expenses and support to families navigating baby loss. The organization was founded by Michelle, who offers compassionate, personal guidance during this difficult time.
Free infant caskets created by the monks at New Melleray Abbey at no cost to famlies experiencing loss.
Caskets | Trappist Caskets
FACEBOOK:
Still born Still Loved group
Early Miscarriage Support group
The Miscarriage Doula
Stillbirth and Infant Loss Support Group
Stillbirth & Infant Loss awareness
Missouri Kansas Area Stillbirth Support (local to KC)
INSTAGRAM:
@PUSHpregnancy
@courageintime
@theangelmamacollective
@starlegacyfoundation (Free Support Groups!)
@lossmomclub
@amotherschance
@Stillbornstilllovedfoundation
@graysonsfootprintsfoundation
@cradlingmemories
@loved_momma_fitness (loss mom postpartum recovery/workouts)
@untanglegrief
@lossmomclub
@grievinglikeamother (parenting living children + loss)
@msbholmes (early loss)
@mamiespoppyplates
FOR DAD’s:
Sad Dad’s Club (on IG, Discord channel and Zoom Support Calls)
Guys and grief podcast (also on IG)
Foreknown Men Podcast (Christian Based)
@dadstillstanding podcast/IG
Dads grieve too: https://dadsgrievetoo.wixsite.com/website
OTHER RESOURCES:
Faith Based Resources:
Foreknown Ministries out of Colorado Springs
Couples/Womens Grief Retreats
(website foreknownministries.com) also on IG @foreknownministries
Grief Share Group Meetings
(Held in local churches)
Find a group:
Find a Group - GriefShare
Jessica Correnti - Children’s Grief Support:
•Website: kidsgriefsupport.com
Jessica offers multiple books and resources to help children navigate grief. Her work focuses on providing compassionate support tailored to the needs of grieving kids and their families.
Nervous system regulation program:
https://theworkoutwitch.com/ code EMTUITIVE for 10% off
Grief courses for partners/family to support loss moms
Sources and support for parents/dad support in multiple states
https://www.emilias-wings.org/support/
First Candle (advocacy for SIDS)
Family Resource:
https://www.griefshare.org
Keepsake Plates-provides keepsake plates for families who have lost a baby or child
@mamiespoppyplates
BOOKS:
•Healing your grieving heart after stillbirth 100 practical ideas for parents and families
•Healing a parents grieving heart 100 practical ideas after your child dies
•Spirit Babies-Walter Makichen
•Sunshine After the Storm
WAYS TO HONOR BABY:
Ways to Honor Your Angel Baby
•Create a shadow box, shelf, or designated space in your home to honor your baby.
•Include cherished items like photos, memorabilia, ashes, or hospital keepsakes.
•Add meaningful touches such as a candle, a special toy, flowers, or a piece of jewelry.
•Decorate the space with their name, handprints, or quotes that hold significance to you.
•Personalize it to reflect your love and connection, making it a sacred place to honor and remember your angel baby.
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Celebrating Heavenly Birthdays and Special “Firsts”
Honoring your baby on significant dates, such as their heavenly birthday or due date, can be a deeply personal and meaningful way to keep their memory alive. These “firsts” can be incredibly emotional, and it’s important to plan for them in a way that feels right for you. Whether you choose to mark the occasion with a special celebration or simply take time for quiet reflection, you have the freedom to do what feels most healing for you and your family.
1. Plan for Their “First” Days
•Marking these milestones—whether it’s their heavenly birthday, due date, or any other meaningful day—can be an emotional challenge. It’s helpful to have a plan, even if that plan is simply to take the day for yourself and do nothing.
•Allow yourself to experience these days in whatever way feels right: some may want a quiet day of reflection, while others may find comfort in an active or social celebration. The most important thing is to give yourself permission to honor your baby in your own way.
2. Create Personalized Rituals
•Hold a small memorial, or simply light a candle in their honor. Whether it’s a big gathering or a personal ritual, the choice is yours.
•Create something to symbolize their life, like planting a tree, writing a letter, or crafting an ornament. A ritual can be as simple as playing a favorite song or taking a moment of silence.
3. Celebrate in Your Own Way
•You may want to gather with family and friends to celebrate your baby’s life. This can include sharing stories, releasing balloons or lanterns, or lighting candles.
•Alternatively, you might prefer a more intimate experience—visiting a special place, reflecting quietly at home, or doing something creative, like baking a cake or preparing a meal associated with their memory.
4. Honor Through Acts of Love
•Some parents find comfort in giving back. Donate to a cause that supports families experiencing pregnancy or infant loss, volunteer, or perform an act of kindness in their memory. These gestures can help channel love and healing into the world.
5. Keep It Simple or Make It Grand—It’s Your Choice
•There’s no right or wrong way to honor your baby. Whether you choose a grand celebration or a day of solitude, the key is to honor your baby in a way that feels true to your heart. Allow space for your emotions and know that however you choose to commemorate these “firsts,” it is valid and important.
These special dates and “firsts” are an opportunity to pause and acknowledge your love for your baby. It’s your unique journey, and you can honor them in a way that brings you peace and healing, remembering that whatever you decide is an expression of love.
If you or someone you know is experiencing loss, please feel free to share this ever-evolving, accessible, free resource list.
If you found this useful for yourself or a friend please reach out to @the.emma.guenther to let us know any feedback or how it served you!