Empty Arms offers needed resources to all families who find their way to us, whether they would like to attend our support group or not. Below are links to a variety of resources that we have found helpful. If nothing else, we hope these sites will help you to feel less alone on your journey.
Books
* An Exact Replica of a Figment of My Imagination, by Elizabeth McCracken
* They Were Still Born, edited by Janel Atlas
* Finding Hope When a Child Dies, by Sukie Miller
* Empty Cradle, Broken Heart, by Deborah Davis
* We also recommend browsing the bookshelf at the Glow in the Woods website.
Memorial Jewelry, Photography and Other Keepsakes
* Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep: a gentle and professional memorial photography service
* To Write Their Names in the Sand: your child's name written and photographed on a special beach
* After Iris Reads Aloud: poetry read in memory of your child
* My Forever Child, La Belle Dame, Mama Mia, Heart on Your Wrist, E. Sightler Designs, and Poppet Jewellry: memorial jewelry with your child's name, birthstone, hand/footprint, or other meaningful symbol
* Portraits by Dana: hand-drawn memorial portraits
* Art from Ashes: local artisan who will incorporate ashes into sculpture, jewelry, or other keepsakes
Essays, Artwork, and Poetry
* Glow in the Woods: essays and an active, online community
* Still Life 365: artwork and poetry by grieving families
* Kota Press: essays, artwork and coaching programs
* Exhale Ezine: literary magazine
Organizations/Directories
* SHARE: support, information, and education
* MISS Foundation: online resources and support forums
* Miscarriage, Stillbirth, and Infant Loss Blog Directory
* National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Day: about the day of remembrance on October 15 every year
* Grieving Dads: supporting fathers to share their perspectives
* Grieve Out Loud: a pen-pal project connecting grieving parents around the world
Blogs by Grieving Parents
* Cotton Socks
* burble
* Non Geordie Mum
* Elm City Dad
* Between the Snow and the Huge Roses
* Tuesday's Hope
