Empty Arms Vermont serves individuals and families whose babies have died through miscarriage, stillbirth, early infant death, or termination for medical reasons. We want to destigmatize pregnancy and infant loss by being a uniquely carved out space for parents to heal as they honor their baby and grief journey.

If you have experienced pregnancy or infant loss (recently or years ago), consider participating in our monthly peer-facilitated support group starting January 12. This group will meet the 2nd Wednesdays of the month @ 7:30pm online. Email info@emptyarmsvermont.org for more information, or learn more at www.emptyarmsvermont.org.

If you are a friend or family member of someone who has recently lost their baby, please remember how very difficult the holiday season can be. Here are a few ways you can help recently bereaved parents navigate the holidays:

--Give them space to be present or not. If they choose to cancel all plans, or only be present at minimal gatherings, don't take it personally (it's not about you, it's about surviving some very hard moments)
--Remember their baby. If they named their baby, use his/her name. It's okay to say "I miss him." or "I've been thinking about her a lot." Just like living children, it's good to know our children are on your mind.
--Ask if you can do something to remember their baby on a holiday. You could light a candle, gather donations for a cause their parents care about, or listen well and without judgement when a parent starts to talk about their baby.
--If you do family photos, please avoid saying things like "Let's take a photo because everyone is here." Instead, acknowledge that not everyone in the extended family is there and we wish him or her were.

Dec 5, 2024, 8:30 to 10 AM

Dec 6, 2024, 10 AM to 12 PM

Dec 6, 2024, 6:15 to 8:30 PM