Welcome to Empty Cradle, a bereaved parents support group for those who have suffered pregnancy or infant losses. We are glad you found your way here (but sad that you needed to), and hope your visit will bring you hope and comfort.

If you are a bereaved parent who has suffered a miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant loss, we extend our sincerest sympathies to you. Losing a child at any stage is one of life's most devastating experiences. Not only is the physical baby gone, but also all the hopes dreams and plans you had created for that child since you knew of his or her existence.

At Empty Cradle we truly understand this unique type of grief. Each member of our group is a bereaved parent, or is there to support one. We meet regularly to share our stories and our angel children, in the hopes of supporting each other and keeping their memories alive.

You are not alone in your grief. Others understand and are willing to walk alongside to help as we all journey towards healing.

The information you will find in the pages of this site are offered to help you in your healing journey. If you would like to attend our peer support meetings, or be contacted by someone from the group, please visit our "Contact" page.

Reaching out to you with virtual hugs and support,
The Metro Vancouver Empty Cradle Bereaved Parents Society.

Grieving is a process that affects us physically and emotionally. Sometimes the feelings during grief can be overwhelming and families need the support and understand of others. No membership dues are charged. Parents are free to attend the group meetings whenever they choose whether it be for just one session or over an extended period of time.

It is hoped that parents who have journeyed further with their loss will continue to attend and offer support to the newly bereaved parents.

To provide bereaved parents with a safe place to share their loss and validate their feelings of loss:

• To provide an environment where ideas for coping can be explored without trying to "fix" one another;
• To help establish telephone friends who can be contacted as needed;
• To provide a library of resource materials (books, videos, and other media) about grieving