Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support for Grieving Families
Pregnancy and infant loss support helps families through one of the hardest experiences of life. Marcelline David is a certified pregnancy and infant loss advocate in Brooklyn, so she offers gentle, steady care.
What pregnancy and infant loss support looks like
Every loss is different, and so is every family’s grief. That is why we start by listening. Then we offer the kind of help you want, at your pace.
For some families, that means quiet company. For others, however, it means help with practical tasks, such as meals, calls or memory-making.
How we offer pregnancy and infant loss support
- A calm, caring presence when you need it.
- Help preparing before hospital stays or procedures.
- Support with memory-making, if you wish.
- Gentle help for partners as well as siblings.
- Care for your body and heart after a loss.
- Also, connection to grief resources and groups.
Pregnancy and infant loss support for your body and heart
After a loss, your body may still be recovering. At the same time, your heart is grieving. We help with rest, comfort and simple self-care. We also encourage you to stay in touch with your doctor or midwife.
Grief can be heavy. If you ever have thoughts of harming yourself, please call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline right away.
Support in a future pregnancy
Pregnancy after loss can bring mixed feelings, because hope and fear often sit side by side. When you are ready, we can support you again as a birth doula and postpartum doula.
Where we offer this support
We also serve families in Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan and the rest of New York City, as well as New Jersey, Connecticut and Upstate New York. Also, some support can happen by phone. For more education, March of Dimes shares information on loss and pregnancy health.
Other ways we can help
Common questions about pregnancy and infant loss support
Who can receive this support?
Any family after miscarriage, stillbirth or the death of an infant. Also, partners and other family members are welcome.
Is this counseling or therapy?
No, this is non-medical, compassionate support. However, we can help you find a licensed therapist or support group if you want one.
Can you help at the hospital?
Yes, if hospital rules allow. We can also help you prepare before and rest after.
Can you support me in a later pregnancy?
Yes. In fact, many families feel safer with a familiar face during a pregnancy after loss.
How do I reach out?
When you feel ready, call 347-356-4691 or send a message. You can share as much or as little as you like.
Let’s talk about your family
When you are ready, call 347-356-4691 or send a message so we can help.