Miscarriage and stillbirth

Information if you’ve experienced miscarriage or stillbirth, and where to get help and support.

What to expect after a miscarriage or stillbirth

Having a miscarriage

What to expect if you lose your baby in the first 20 weeks of pregnancy.

Having a stillbirth

What to expect if your baby dies after 20 weeks of pregnancy.

Support after the loss of your baby

The death of a baby through miscarriage or stillbirth is one of the hardest experiences a parent can face. It brings deep sadness and grief for parents and families.

Grief and support after stillbirth or neonatal death

The death of a baby is deeply painful. Grief is different for everyone, and healing takes time. The Raising Children Network website has information and support for parents and families including where to get help and how to care for yourself.

Grief and support after miscarriage

Grieving after a miscarriage can affect you in many ways — there’s no right or wrong way to feel. The Miscarriage Australia website has a range of support services for women, men, partners and LGBTIQA+.