Date
Thursday
Oct

October 9-15

Baby Loss Awareness Week

Join us in raising awareness and honoring the lives of angel babies during Baby Loss Awareness Week. Let's support each other through this difficult journey.

Yearly Date
October 9
Type
Week
Category
Health

Introduction

Get ready to honor and remember the lives of precious babies on Baby Loss Awareness Week, starting on October 9. This week-long observance began in the United States in 2002 and has since spread to many other countries around the world. It's a time for families and communities to come together and acknowledge the loss of a baby through miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant death. It's also an opportunity to raise awareness about these heartbreaking experiences and provide support for those who have gone through them. Let's join together in love and remembrance during this special week.

Baby Loss Awareness Week Timeline

2002
Inception of Observance
Baby Loss Awareness Week was first initiated in the United States, to create a community for grieving parents and to raise awareness about baby loss.
2005
UK Recognition
The week observance spread to the United Kingdom, as several organizations recognized Baby Loss Awareness Week for the first time.
2010
Global Impact
Many countries worldwide began acknowledging Baby Loss Awareness Week, broadening its impact and reach.
2012
Introduction of Remembrance Services
Memorial services and moments of silence were introduced during the week as customary practices of remembrance.
2015
Increased Advocacy Efforts
Increased advocacy efforts led to greater understanding and support for grieving families, along with increased research attention to prevent causes of baby loss.
2018
Global Candle Lighting
The Global Wave of Light, a synchronized candle lighting at 7 p.m. local time on October 15, was introduced to conclude the week across the globe.

How to Celebrate Baby Loss Awareness Week

1

Light a candle in remembrance

Lighting a candle is a simple yet meaningful way to honor and remember babies who were lost too soon. You can do this at home or attend a candle lighting ceremony in your community.

2

Participate in a memorial walk

Many cities and towns organize memorial walks during Baby Loss Awareness Week. Joining one of these walks is a powerful way to show support and solidarity for families who have experienced loss.

3

Create a memory box

Gather mementos, photos, and special items that remind you of your baby and create a memory box. This can be a therapeutic and healing activity for parents and families who have experienced loss.

4

Donate to a baby loss charity

Consider making a donation to a baby loss charity in honor of Baby Loss Awareness Week. This can help support families who have lost a baby and raise awareness for this important cause.

5

Connect with a support group

Reach out to others who have experienced loss and connect with a support group. Sharing your story and listening to others can be a powerful way to heal and find comfort during this difficult time.

Why Baby Loss Awareness Week is Important

A

Raises awareness and destigmatizes the topic

Baby Loss Awareness Week aims to get people talking openly about baby loss, which can often be a taboo subject. By shedding light on the topic and encouraging conversations, it helps break down the stigma surrounding it.

B

Provides support for families who have experienced loss

Losing a baby is an incredibly difficult experience for families, both emotionally and physically. Baby Loss Awareness Week offers support and resources for those who have experienced this type of loss, providing a sense of community and understanding during a time when they may feel isolated.

C

Honors the precious lives of lost babies

This week allows families to come together and remember their babies who were taken too soon. It's a time to honor their memory and celebrate the impact that these little ones had on their loved ones' lives, no matter how short their time may have been.

Baby Loss Awareness Week Dates

Year
Date
Day
2023
Oct 8
Sunday
2024
Oct 8
Tuesday
2025
Oct 8
Wednesday
2026
Oct 8
Thursday
2027
Oct 8
Friday