In The Team’s Words: After Loss

We asked members of the team for words of encouragement for people going through the various reproductive stages. Here are some of our responses in our own words…

For those grieving a loss

“There is no right way to feel or grieve. Don’t judge yourself or others for how they do it. Understand that your partner may grieve differently from you and that does not mean they don’t care.” - Dr. Jill Satin

“There is no specific “end” to grief. We simply learn to grown around our grief and our grief becomes smaller in relation to our growth.” - Dr. Samantha Waxman

“Your loss might impact others in addition to yourself and often grief can show up differently for different people. Comparison can be hard to resist; the way you feel is valid and deserves attention and care. Having a safe space to tell your story can be a therapeutic experience. - Rebecca Orsini

After loss, it is common to feel isolated and alone in grief. It can feel like the rest of the world just moves on and nothing makes sense anymore. There is a culture of secrecy about pregnancy and infant loss which heightens this sense of aloneness. We want anyone who has experienced a loss to know they are not alone. Our team of therapists is available to offer support after loss. To learn more or to get in touch, reach out and we will be happy to find a therapist for you.