Pregnancy & Infant Loss

"How very softly you tiptoed into this world, almost silently, only a moment you stayed. But what an imprint your footsteps have left upon our hearts." ~ Dorothy Ferguson

PPROM can sometimes result in pregnancy or infant loss.

If you are experiencing pregnancy or infant loss, or supporting someone who is, there is no single way to feel or respond. People and families experience grief differently, and support may look different for each person.

The PPROM Foundation recognizes that pregnancy and infant loss can be part of the PPROM experience. For detailed bereavement information and support, we encourage families to connect with organizations that specialize in pregnancy and infant loss.

If You Are Currently Receiving Care

Your healthcare team can help explain what is happening medically, what options are available, and what support may be available through your hospital or community.

You may also ask whether your hospital has:

• a bereavement specialist

• a social worker

• a chaplain or spiritual-care provider

• a mental-health professional

• a pregnancy and infant loss support program

You can decide what kinds of support feel right for you.

Pregnancy & Infant Loss Resources

Share Pregnancy & Infant Loss Support

Share provides support for people and families whose baby has died during pregnancy, at birth, or in early infancy.

Resources include peer support, online communities, local chapters, and information for newly bereaved families.

Visit Share Pregnancy & Infant Loss Support

Find Support in Your State

Postpartum Support International

Postpartum Support International provides pregnancy and infant loss resources and free peer-support options for parents and families.

Pregnancy & Infant Loss Support — Postpartum Support International

Star Legacy Foundation

Star Legacy Foundation provides education and support related to pregnancy and infant loss, including free virtual support groups and resources for families.

Visit Star Legacy Foundation

Pregnancy & Infant Loss Support Groups

ACOG — Emotional Support After Pregnancy Loss

The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists provides patient information about emotional health and finding support following pregnancy loss.

Finding Emotional Support After Pregnancy Loss — ACOG

Pregnancy After Loss

A future pregnancy after PPROM or pregnancy loss may bring many different emotions and questions.

People considering or experiencing another pregnancy may wish to talk with their obstetric provider or Maternal-Fetal Medicine specialist about their individual history and plans for care.

Star Legacy Foundation and Share also provide resources specifically for pregnancy after loss.

Pregnancy After Loss — Star Legacy Foundation

Language & Inclusion

The PPROM Foundation respects the language parents and families use to describe themselves and their experiences. 

See our Language & Inclusion Statement