Bereavement Doula Support

Help after miscarriage or infant loss.

Compassionate care during pregnancy loss and infant loss.

We are deeply sorry for your loss. The death of a baby, whether during pregnancy or after birth, is one of the most profound experiences a family can face.

You are not alone. Mary's Hands Network is here to walk alongside you during this incredibly difficult time.

You Can Still Receive Doula Support

If you experience a pregnancy loss or infant loss at any point, you are still welcome to receive free doula support from Mary's Hands Network.

Our volunteer doulas who are specially trained in bereavement care understand the unique physical, emotional, and spiritual needs that arise after loss. They are honored to support you through:

Resources Available

Experiencing the loss of a pregnancy or infant is a deeply personal and often isolating journey. You are not alone. We connect families with:

  • Local and national nonprofit support groups that offer community, connection, and peer support from others who've walked this path.
  • Therapy and counseling referrals for those seeking professional guidance in processing grief, trauma, and emotional healing.
  • Memorial and end-of-life services to honor your baby's life in meaningful and culturally respectful ways.
Partner Organizations

Savannah Smiles

Local Louisiana support and remembrance for families experiencing pregnancy and infant loss.

M.E.N.D.

Mothers Enduring Neonatal Death, peer support, online community, and resources nationwide.

Compassionate Friends of LA

Bereaved parent support groups across Louisiana for any age of loss.

What Happens Next

When you reach out, our bereavement doula coordinator will:

  • Respond to you with care and without pressure
  • Schedule a time to talk virtually or by phone
  • Learn about your situation and what kind of support would be most helpful
  • Match you with a bereavement-trained doula who can walk alongside you
  • Connect you with resources, support groups, and community care

There is no timeline for reaching out. Whether your loss was recent or some time ago, we are here whenever you need support.

Email Madeline directly Or call (225) 424-7532
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