Losing a pregnancy at any stage is devastating. Whether you have suffered a miscarriage or you have experienced stillbirth, you may be considering honoring your baby by holding a service in their memory. Below is a brief guide for making funeral arrangements after the loss of a child.

A Guide to Funeral Services After a Pregnancy Loss

Reasons to Hold a Funeral

Loss of a loved one at any age is painful. Funerals are an essential part of the grieving process and offer family and friends a chance to say goodbye. When it comes to pregnancy loss, memorials provide the opportunity for others to show support after you have experienced something as devastating as losing a child.

Making funeral arrangements provides closure and allows you a safe place to feel whatever emotions you are experiencing after a miscarriage or stillbirth. While you may have these opportunities at the hospital, especially after a stillbirth, a funeral may be what you need to personally deal with your grief and allow you to connect with others through memorial or religious services.

How to Make Funeral Arrangements

If you decide to make funeral arrangements for your child, make sure to give yourself adequate time after the loss. Rushing to plan a service might prove difficult, and be sure to let your loved ones know your intentions and that you need some extra time to prepare it. For the mother, she may need physical as well as emotional recovery time, and rushing will not help her heal.

Hospitals often help with funeral arrangements in these instances, or you can choose to handle everything yourself, including selecting your child’s final resting place. If you choose cremation, you may opt for a unique urn or keepsake to keep their ashes near you.

If you need assistance with funeral arrangements after a pregnancy loss, Arndt Funeral Home is there for you. This compassionate funeral home has offered Rochester, NY, caring memorial services since 1975. From beginning to the end, their staff will guide and comfort you, ensuring that your every need is met. They also provide urns and caskets, as well as grief support to help during this most difficult time. Call (585) 225-6350 to begin planning, or visit their website to look at their various services.