Tag Archives: National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Month



Mother Donates Breast Milk to Honor Her Stillborn Son

Amy Anderson donated 92 gallons of breast milk and is shifting the law to help lactating women
Posted on December 23, 2015 by Juniper Quin (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Amy Anderson of Caribou, Maine, has two living sons and several other children who were lost to miscarriage. “Lost” isn’t quite the word for it, though, because Anderson continues to have a relationship with them — particularly Bryson, who was … Continue reading →

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October Marks Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month

The month, specifically October 15th, serves as a remembrance for babies that were lost to miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, stillbirth, SIDS, etc.
Posted on October 15, 2014 by Zoë Byrne (Editor in Chief, SevenPonds)

Losing an infant is extremely difficult. In an effort to raise awareness of such a highly sensitive and difficult topic, October was designated as Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month back in 1988 by President Ronald Reagan. Even in 2014, … Continue reading →

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What is Grief Support for Neonatal Death? An Interview with Ellen Daley

A place where parents can find support after losing a child
Posted on May 11, 2013 by Katie Ryan (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Ellen Kelly Daley is the president of the board of directors at HAND, a resource network of parents, professionals, and volunteers who provide support for those who have lost a baby before, during, or after birth. She is a professional … Continue reading →

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