Are miscarriage gifts a good way to show you care about such a harrowing event in another woman’s life?
They most definitely are, it’s just a matter of selecting the right one.
Miscarriage gifts range from care packages containing body care items to books and journals that help the grieving mom come to terms with her loss in the healthiest way possible.
Pieces of memorial jewelry are a fantastic idea, too.
But are there gifts that you should avoid? Absolutely.
To save you the time, I have compiled a list of 14 thoughtful gifts to give to a woman who has recently gone through the misfortune of miscarriage, along with a few tips on gifts you should avoid.
Whether you’re putting together a care package or are looking for the best standalone gift, I am sure that you will find something to express your heartfelt love and support.
1. I Had a Miscarriage: A Memoir, a Movement
- Sixteen weeks into her second pregnancy, psychologist Jessica Zucker miscarried at home, alone. Suddenly, her career, spent specializing in reproductive and maternal mental health, was rendered corporeal, no longer just theoretical.
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The I Had A Miscarriage Book by Jessica Zucker is more than just a book about losing a child – it’s about normalizing the grief and the pain that comes after miscarriage.
Many women have described it as a must-read and since the author is a psychologist who went through a miscarriage herself, you can rest assured this book is the real deal.
2. Lavender Bath and Body At Home Spa Kit
- Renew. Restore. Revive. This personalized spa treatment combines premium ingredients to help balance your mind, body, and spirit with natural lavender botanical oils.
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A spa kit is always a great gift, especially after a miscarriage when a woman needs some rest and relaxation to recover both physically and emotionally.
Before purchasing one, however, make sure that the woman didn’t undergo dilation and curettage, otherwise she won’t be able to take baths for a number of weeks following the procedure.
From bath bombs to lotion and body scrub, this lavender spa kit includes everything you need to pamper yourself in the comfort of your own home, and it’s packaged beautifully.
Since lavender is helpful for soothing symptoms of anxiety, this kit is the perfect gift for miscarriage, as it will improve the mom’s mental wellbeing, too.
3. Angel Figurine
- Special Paint: Use Outdoor Special Paint, Never Fade. Hand-carved By Our Designer, Hand Painted Give The Guardian Angel Figurine Beautiful and Intricate Details.
- Function: To Comfort And Inspire People, Commemorate The Departed Relatives And Express The Memory Of The Lost.
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Many parents who lose a baby like to make a small shrine to remember their little one, and this lovely angel figure will make a beautiful addition to it.
It’s made from resin and includes the message “Forever with the Angels, Always in our Hearts”.
The angel will be a reminder that their baby is now a little angel, too, and a much-appreciated gift, whether you’re giving it to your best friend or a family member.
4. The Woman’s Study Bible
- The Woman’s Study Bible poignantly reveals the Word of God to women, inviting them to receive God’s truth for balance, hope, and transformation.
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If you are putting together a care package for a mom who is very spiritual and would appreciate finding strength in God, then The Woman’s Study Bible will be a great tool as she copes with the loss of a baby.
This study Bible includes biographies of more than a hundred biblical women to find inspiration in, as well as meaningful quotes and articles.
5. Stainless Steel Pendant Necklace
- These Discs are a bright silver tone made of stainless steel. There is a much lower rate of skin reaction with Stainless Steel than with sterling silver. They will not tarnish, fade or change colors.
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Handmade jewelry is always a great gift, but especially in difficult situations such as miscarriage.
This necklace is fully customizable and it can be engraved with the baby’s name and dates, too.
You can choose whether you want both the angel wing and the cross, or if you would just like one of the two.
In addition, you can choose the baby’s birthstone and add it to the necklace.
The necklace includes a wonderful message, “I’ll hold you in my heart until I hold you in Heaven,” which will certainly resonate with the parents.
6. Willow Tree Hand-Painted Memory Box
- Sentiment written inside box: ”May you find strength, beauty and peace each day”. Includes Enclosure Card
- A message of love and friendship is written inside on the lid. Larger size is nice for jewelry, keys, notes, change. Packaged in fitted box ready for gift-giving.
- Artist Susan Lordi hand carves the original of each Willow Tree piece from her studio in Kansas City, MO. This piece is made from Susans original carving and design, and painted by hand.
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For women who have experienced a late pregnancy loss, it can be difficult to decide what to do with all the baby items they purchased, especially if they already had a baby shower.
The final decision is up to them, of course, but a remembrance box can serve as a good way to store some baby items they would like to keep, such as a onesie and an ultrasound picture.
This memory box by Willow Tree is made and painted by hand.
The inside of the box is engraved with “May you find strength, beauty, and peace each day” – a thoughtful message for grieving moms to keep in mind.
7. Sunrise Writing Journal by SohoSpark
- SILKY SMOOTH – The sleek faux leather cover is padded and feels lustrous in your hands. The classic debossed artwork delights your eyes. The sewn binding lays flat without help and a colorful ribbon bookmark keeps your place. Premium numbered pages are not dull, grainy, or yellow. Acid-free paper does not wick or bleed through.
- EASY TO CARRY – Your journal is the perfect size. Neither too small nor too large, it is the size of an average book, making it easy to carry with other things. Ships with a lined paper notebook of 120 sheets (240 pages). Journal size is 6 x 8.75 x 7/8 inches. Refill size is 143mm x 210mm (5.63 x 8.27 inches).
- CRUELTY-FREE – This beautifully crafted boutique journal is made of vegan leather, 100% synthetic and animal-free. A perfect gift for your vegetarian and environmentally conscious friends.
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Putting intense emotions into writing can help your loved one deal with her pregnancy loss in a healthy way.
This beautiful journal by SohoSpark allows you to put your thoughts and emotions into words without prompts that would direct or constrict what you write.
The cover is made from faux leather and feels great to the touch, and you can pick between more than a dozen stylish covers.
8. Halo Remembrance Necklace
- CREATED BY A PEDIATRIC NURSE AND MOM, this Halo Remembrance Necklace is beautifully packaged in a premium white linen and gold foil Keepsake Memory Box with a custom art print of a sweet baby on the inside lid.
- When you hear that a mom has lost her baby, you might not know how to respond. Let her know that she is cared for, that she is loved, and that her sadness is shared. Don’t let her feel alone. A small gesture can do much to touch her heart and bring hope in a hard time.
- Heart is crafted of non tarnishing 925 Sterling Silver, Halo is 14k gold plated. Chain measures
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A piece of memorial jewelry to remember the loss of a child makes for a thoughtful, small gift to show the grieving mom you are keeping her in your thoughts.
This sterling silver and gold plated necklace is heart-shaped and it’s not as literal as other pieces of miscarriage jewelry, which is what I really love about it.
As a miscarriage memorial gift, it will allow the mom to take the memory of her little one everywhere she goes.
The necklace comes in a big remembrance box that the mom can use to place precious items that remind her of her angel baby and help her deal with baby loss.
The top of the box is engraved with a lovely message “You are so very loved” in a golden color that stands out nicely against the white of the box.
When you open it, you can see a beautiful drawing of a baby with a halo and angel wings.
Both the keepsake box and the necklace are a touching gift idea for a mom who has recently miscarried, and you won’t go wrong in choosing it.
9. Giving Bear with Corduroy Ear
- A special friend. This precious fellow comes with an endless supply of hugs, the perfect gift of comfort and love. More than just any stuffed animal, our special Giving Bear is designed to be given to someone, young or young at heart, who needs comforting.
- Includes a special bookmark that carries his message: Sometimes you can feel so small in a great big world. Sometimes you might feel like a giant who can climb a beanstalk. However you are feeling, I want you to know how important YOU are. Whenever you need a little comfort, a little safe, a little brave, just whisper in my ear and hold me tight. Ill be here for you.
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When it comes to miscarriage gifts, sometimes all you need is a cute teddy bear to snuggle with while resting in bed.
However, I recommend gifting a teddy bear only if the woman who miscarried is very close to you and you are certain she will appreciate the gift.
Otherwise, the bear might be a terrible reminder of the child she has lost.
This high-quality plush bear comes with a special message of comfort. The material is very soft, too, making it perfect for snuggling. What’s more, the bear is handmade!
10. Tealight Candle Holder Sympathy Gift
- EXPRESS YOUR SYMPATHY: When someone you care about loses someone they love, it’s not about what you say but rather what you do. Express your sympathy and provide comfort by giving or sending this memorial candle gift. This angels figurines candle holder is Made of high quality polished Resin and come with tealight led candle and condolence card and designed to bring some light into grieving friends or relative’s life.
- A GIFT WORTH GIVING: We know finding the right grief gifts can be challenging especially when you’ve never done it before, which is why we designed our tealight holders to provide you with cost friendly sympathy gifts for loss of loved one, that’s just right for most situations, Including a condolence card (which you won’t find on most other similar gifts).
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This memorial candle holder is designed in the shape of a praying angel with heart-shaped wings.
As such, it’s a beautiful gift for grieving parents to remind them that their little one is residing with the angels.
A tealight candle also comes with the angel, so you don’t have to worry about purchasing your own.
11. Daddy To An Angel Key Chain
- Pendant measures 1.25
- Solid stainless steel
- Add name to the back
- 100% hypoallergenic
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When deciding on miscarriage gifts for a loved one, you shouldn’t forget about the dad, either.
Although moms carry the lion’s share of the emotional burden, dads suffer too, and they deserve to know that you are keeping them in your thoughts.
In this set, the keychain is engraved with the message “Daddy to an angel” and includes angel wings and a small heart.
It’s made from durable stainless steel and makes for a thoughtful gift that will be very appreciated.
12. Baby Miscarriage Sonogram Ultrasound Picture Frame
- Sweet small frame to commemorate your sonogram picture with a hand drawn and hand engraved weeping willow tree.
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For many moms who miscarry, sometimes the only memory they have of their baby is their ultrasound picture.
Naturally, they want to preserve it and display it in memory of their unborn child.
You will find many different ultrasound frames on Amazon but most of them are geared towards parents whose babies are born.
As such, you don’t want to accidentally hurt or cause offense to a couple who has lost their baby.
Prince Whitaker makes these lovely wooden picture frames that are specifically designed with infant loss awareness in mind.
The frame is engraved with the message “You will always be my favorite what if…” and the tree engravings are all by hand.
The frame measures 5 x 5 inches and doesn’t include glass.
13. I Love You Still: A Memorial Baby Book
- The memorial baby book is specifically created for the events and emotions that follow miscarriage, stillbirth, or newborn loss.
- Illustrations feature a gender-neutral nursery animal theme by award winning childrens book illustrator Priscilla Alpaugh. Words and images are and carefully designed to be as inclusive as possible for all babies and gestational ages (including newborns). Secular content with room for mom to include her own unique spiritual beliefs.
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I Love You Still: A Memorial Baby Book by Margaret Scofield allows moms who miscarried or had a stillbirth to process the loss of their precious baby through writing about their pregnancy journey.
The book includes beautiful elephant illustrations that make this baby book a very thoughtful gift.
The baby book allows parents to write about their history, how they reacted when they discovered they were expecting a baby, when the baby’s due date was, etc.
There is also room for scrapbooking.
I Love You Still: A Memorial Baby Book is a perfect combination of a baby book and journal whose quality will ensure it lasts for years.
It’s an excellent sympathy gift to help grieving parents deal with infant loss because it allows them to commemorate the pregnancy as they would have done had the baby been born.
14. Bedsure Sherpa Fleece Blanket
- Unique Design Philosophy: Bedsure Dual Sided Super Soft Blanket With Fleece Face And Plush Sherpa Reverse Offers You Different Senses Of Softness To Improve Your Sleep With One Side Of Smooth And Fluffy To The Other - Bring You Ultimate Soft And Warmth With 220 Gsm Fleece Top And 260 Gsm Sherpa Reverse Blanket - Bound Together With Decorative Knit-Trim Edging For A Superior Appearance.
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A soft blanket can provide you with some much-needed comfort and relaxation, making it a great gift in any situation.
This super-soft blanket is perfect for a couch nap or relaxing in bed and comes in more than a dozen different colors.
You can also find lots of soft blankets in many Etsy shops, too, but I love this one because there are different dimensions available and it’s quite affordable.
What miscarriage gifts to avoid
Even if you have good intentions at heart, there are some gifts that you should refrain from giving to a woman who has recently miscarried.
Whether she had a late pregnancy loss or an ectopic pregnancy, the wrong gift can stir up negative emotions and this is something you will obviously want to avoid. Here are some of them:
More baby gear
Although you might hope that the mother will have a rainbow baby after her miscarriage, there is no way of knowing that for certain, so avoid gifting more baby items in hopes that everything will be okay in her next pregnancy.
For example, there could be underlying fertility issues at play that you’re not aware of.
Also, try to avoid items that are illustrated with images of babies since that could be really triggering. Instead, you can opt for a gift card to a nice spa.
Reborn dolls
Some parents who deal with infant loss choose to get a reborn doll to help them overcome their pain.
In case you don’t know, reborn dolls are specifically made to resemble human babies and are recommended by some psychiatrists as a good way to help parents with their grief.
As far as miscarriage gifts go, these dolls are not a good idea since they could just rub salt into the wound.
Plus, many people find such dolls very uncomfortable to look at.
Plants
If you gift a plant, you should first make sure that the woman you’re giving it to likes them and knows how to take care of them.
Otherwise, it could die and cause a series of upsetting emotions to resurface.
I recommend flowers as an excellent alternative because it will let the parents know you’re thinking of them without the added obligation of looking after a plant.
You can include a sympathy card with a personal message for the parents to make it more personal.
Final Thoughts
Unfortunately, there are no magic words or miscarriage gifts that can undo the pain a woman feels after losing her baby.
Dealing with baby loss is an intense experience that is unique and challenging.
That being said, showing you care with a thoughtful gift, such as a bracelet with baby footprints, or a message could mean the world to the bereaved parents and let them know that they are not alone during such a difficult time.
Some of these gifts, such as journals or books, can be excellent tools in recovering from losing a baby, so don’t think for a second that your gift won’t be helpful.
As the saying goes, “Every little helps,” and your “little” can mean a lot.
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