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Grief Resources

The death of a child is the most painful loss a family can sustain.  The impact of a child’s death is pervasive and far-reaching, affecting parents, siblings, extended family and all those in the community involved in their own special way.  A child’s death alters the family constellation and threatens the fabric of the community and society.   

Sudden unexpected infant deaths, whether to SIDS, stillbirth or other cause of death, are devastating and often leaves families in intense shock and confusion, with overwhelming feelings of self-blame and with little or no energy to seek help and support.  There was no way to predict that their baby would die, no time to prepare for the death, and no direct answer as to why the baby died. 

It is the goal of First Candle to ensure that compassionate and comprehensive grief services are brought to the family’s doorstep.  Confusion and misinformation needs to be addressed with accurate and thoughtful information.  Support and attention to the family’s unique and special needs should be planned and provided. 

We hope you find these resources helpful. Please let us know of any other resources that make be helpful to those affected by an infant death by emailing info@firstcandle.org.