Resources
Of course, nothing replaces the loss of your baby but this is a list of resources, I've found helpful. I will endeavour to link them, if appropriate in the title of the resource.
Resources for parents or loved ones
Coping With Grief
Dianne McKissock (Author), Mal McKissock (Author)
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This new edition of the bestselling classic offers sensitive and practical advice on how to deal with the grieving process, from coping with the funeral to managing anniversaries and special dates. Suitable for both the bereaved and their support team, it explains what to expect emotionally, psychologically and practically from the first day through the first year, as well as outlining the physical and emotional reactions to grief, why men and women react differently, how children deal with grief, and some of the long-term consequences of bereavement.
New chapters include complicated grief, memorialisation, talking to children about traumatic death, and compassionate ways to talk to the bereaved.
Whether you have been bereaved, or are supporting somone who is grieving, this self-help book will prove invaluable, and show you how to survive or help others survive the most challenging experience a human being can have: the loss of a loved one.
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by Kelly Farley (Author), David DiCola (Author)
This book was written specifically for fathers grappling with the unbearable aftermath of losing a baby. It is all too easy for a bereaved father to succumb to a haunting sense of isolation after such a loss. However, within these pages lies a lifeline—a survival guide infused with wisdom, providing a roadmap through the complicated path of grief.
In the wake of a tragic loss—whether it be a miscarriage, a stillbirth, or the untimely passing of an infant—this invaluable resource unravels the layers of anguish that overwhelm grieving fathers. Written by a grieving dad, this book offers unflinching honesty and poignant insight, it also delves into the raw pain that accompanies such a profound loss, assuring these men that their emotions, however overwhelming, are both valid and shared by others who have walked a similar path.
Resources for siblings
Parents, educators, therapists, and social workers alike have declared The Invisible String the perfect tool for coping with all kinds of separation anxiety, loss, and grief. In this relatable and reassuring contemporary classic, a mother tells her two children that they're all connected by an invisible string. "That's impossible!" the children insist, but still they want to know more: "What kind of string?" The answer is the simple truth that binds us all: An Invisible String made of love. Even though you can't see it with your eyes, you can feel it deep in your heart, and know that you are always connected to the ones you love. Does everybody have an Invisible String? How far does it reach? Does it ever go away? This heartwarming picture book for all ages explores questions about the intangible yet unbreakable connections between us, and opens up deeper conversations about love.
“I Have An Angel,” a heartfelt and comforting children’s picture book designed to support young children (ages 0-7) who have experienced the loss of a loved one. This beautifully illustrated book offers comfort, reminding children that their love will never be lost.
This thoughtful story revolves around a little bear and their “angel”, which is a beautiful blue bird, representing the departed loved one who is lovingly watching over them. It provides a comforting narrative that resonates deeply with children, offering them a sense of connection, love, and healing.
I Have An Angel is a cherished keepsake that encourages open conversations about loss and provides a source of comfort during challenging times. It is available in your choice of hardcover or paperback.
G and I stumbled across this book at the library. Whilst it's not about the loss of a sibling, it's about the loss of a beloved cat and opened up particulary powerful discussions about how to remember our loved ones that have died.
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Lilah’s beloved cat, Olive, dies. All she is left with is an olive tree to remember her by. Seasons pass and the tree grows but Lilah is too grief stricken to see its beauty and connection to Olive.
Until, one day, in the safety of the tree’s branches, and with the help of a stray cat, Lilah is ready to remember.
When we open our hearts, love finds us.
