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“If you simply can’t understand why someone is grieving so much, for so long, then consider yourself fortunate that you do not understand.”

- Joanne Cacciatore

Grief Resources for Child, Infant & Pregnancy Loss in Massachusetts

You do not have to navigate this alone.

If you are here after the loss of a child, baby, or pregnancy, please know that however you are feeling right now is okay. Grief can feel isolating and deeply exhausting, and taking the step to look for support takes immense courage.

Below, we have gathered trusted, no-cost resources, specialized organizations, and community support networks to help guide you and your family—at your own pace, whenever you are ready.

Trusted Resources for Pregnancy and Child Loss

Junie’s Place Child Loss Resource Guide

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Readings

    • The Invisible String (Karst)

    • Grief is an Elephant (Ellis Smith & Whitesides)

    • Everywhere Still (Clark)

    • You'll Find Me (Rawsen Hill)

    • One Wave at a Time (Thompson)

    • The Memory Box (Rowland)

    • Tear Soup (Schwiebert & DeKlyen)

    • The Goodbye Book (Parr)

    • Ida, Always (Levis & Santoso)

    • See You on the Other Side (Montez Minor)

    • The Colors of Love & Loss (Cacciatore)

    • Bearing the Unbearable (Cacciatore)

    • Finding the Words (Campbell)

    • It's OK That You're Not OK (Devine)

    • Moving on Doesn't Mean Letting Go (Moffa)

    • Unexpecting (Lewis)

    • Signs: The Secret Language of the Universe (Jackson)

    • Grieving Room (Friesen)

    • Can You Just Sit with Me (Smith)

    • The Light Between Us (Jackson)

    • Child Loss & Infertility - Still Standing Magazine

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Helpful Information

  • Junie’s Place provides support following pregnancy loss, miscarriage, stillbirth, infant loss, and the loss of a child. The organization also provides resources related to sudden and unexpected child and infant death.

  • Junie’s Place currently offers access to short-term therapy with licensed providers in Massachusetts, including clinicians trained in child loss, bereavement, and trauma. Insurance coordination and copay assistance may also be available.

  • While Junie’s Place focuses on supporting families and local organizations within Massachusetts, many of our virtual support group links, recommended books, podcasts, and national helplines are available to anyone regardless of location.

  • Junie’s Place offers flexible support for parents, siblings, and other family members. Its resources also include organizations specifically focused on supporting children and siblings after a loss.

  • Families seeking support can contact Junie’s Place to learn about currently available services.